Effect of concentrated ENR on ENR/Si masterbatch

摘要

This paper discusses the improvement of properties of ENR/Si composites by using concentrated ENR without using any chemical modification on the silica or latex. The composite showed a stronger reinforcing ability without addition of coupling agents. The ENR matrix reinforced the rubber by increasing the compatibility between rubber matrix and silica. Scanning electron microscopy and atomic force microscopy were performed to study the composites topology. The importance of this study is to prepare masterbatch containing ENR reinforced with Si for tyre processing industry. This masterbatch can be use directly for tyre processing compared to the conventional method.