Recent Technological Developments in Cyanate Ester Resins

Abstract

Although they are relative newcomers to the composites industry, cyanate ester (CE) resins are enjoying unprecedented success in certain applications. Several major space and radome manufacturers have qualified CE resins despite the extensive database on epoxies and the inherently conservative nature of the industry. Increasing demands on the materials used in these areas have stimulated the use of CE resins over other more conventional polymers. The aim of this review is to bring to the reader’s attention the more recent developments in the processing, toughening, properties and applications of cyanate esters, an exciting, versatile and important class of resins.

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