Advanced composite applications for sub-micron biologically derived microstructures

Author:: Schnur, J. M.
Published:: Dec 1, 1991.
Physical Description:: 1 electronic document
Additional Creators:: Schoen, P. E., Bonanventura, Joseph, Kirkpatrick, Douglas, and Price, R. R.

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A major thrust of advanced material development is in the area of self-assembled ultra-fine particulate based composites (micro-composites). The application of biologically derived, self-assembled microstructures to form advanced composite materials is discussed. Hollow 0.5 micron diameter cylindrical shaped microcylinders self-assemble from diacetylenic lipids. These microstructures have a multiplicity of potential applications in the material sciences. Exploratory development is proceeding in application areas such as controlled release for drug delivery, wound repair, and biofouling as well as composites for electronic and magnetic applications, and high power microwave cathodes.

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COMPOSITE MATERIALS

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Document ID: 19920013485.
Accession ID: 92N22728.
NASA, Washington, Technology 2001: The Second National Technology Transfer Conference and Exposition, Volume 2; p 469-479.

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