Properties and Applications of Rubber and Rubber-Based Composites
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 February 2026
Special Issue Editors
Interests: Natural rubber (NR), Thermoplastic natural rubber (TPNR), Rubber blends and compatibilization, Bio-based rubber additives, Rubber nanocomposites, Rubber sustainability, Rubber modification and graft copolymerization, Stress relaxation and thermal stability of elastomers, Self-healing rubber materials
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Interests: Natural rubber (NR), Thermoplastic natural rubber (TPNR), Rubber blends and compatibilization, Bio-based rubber additives, Degradation of elastomers, Eco-friendly elastomers, Rubber modification and graft copolymerization
Special Issue Information
Rubber and rubber-based composites have become indispensable materials in modern engineering and product development due to their exceptional elasticity, resilience, and adaptability. This Special Issue aims to highlight recent advances in the formulation, processing, characterization, and application of both natural and synthetic rubbers, as well as their composites reinforced with fillers, fibers, and nanomaterials. Emphasis will be placed on innovations that improve mechanical performance, thermal stability, chemical resistance, and environmental sustainability. Contributions exploring emerging areas such as bio-based rubber materials, self-healing elastomers, smart rubber composites, and advanced vulcanization techniques are particularly welcome. This Special Issue seeks to provide a comprehensive platform for researchers and practitioners to share insights that advance the science and technology of rubber materials and support the development of next-generation rubber products for diverse applications.
Dr. Charoen Nakason
Dr. Azizon Kaesaman
Dr. Ekwipoo Kalkornsurapranee
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- natural rubber
- synthetic rubber
- rubber composites
- vulcanization
- reinforcement fillers
- elastomer properties
- thermomechanical behavior
- bio-based elastomers
- self-healing materials
- sustainable rubber technology
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