Functional polymers, such as semiconducting polymers and polyelectrolytes, play an
essential role in polymeric devices due to their electronic properties. The performance of the …

In this study, the influence of an amino silane (3-(2-aminoethylamino)-
propyldimethoxymethylsilane, AEAPS) on the interfacial structure and adhesion of butyl …

Polymer chains at a buried interface with an inorganic solid play a critical role in the
performance of polymer nanocomposites and adhesives. Sum frequency generation (SFG) …

Carbon fiber (CF) reinforced polymers (CFRPs) have experienced widespread use in
various industries. One of the most important parameters that controls the macroscopic …

The performance of energy storage devices depends essentially on the quality and
construction of their components. Capacitors store electrical charges being the most basic …

Using metals as signal magnified substrates, surface plasmon-enhanced sum frequency
generation (SFG) vibrational spectroscopy is a promising technique to probe weak …

Silicones have excellent material properties and are used extensively in many applications,
ranging from adhesives and lubricants to electrical insulation. To ensure strong adhesion of …

Separating adhesives from substrates is important for recycling metals and polymer
materials used in a variety of applications such as food packaging and electronics. A proof …

Sum-frequency generation (SFG) spectroscopy is a powerful tool to study the molecular
orientation in confined systems such as interfaces on the basis of the second-order …

Analyzing the orientation of polymeric crystalline lamella at the surface of thin films can be
challenging. Even though atomic force microscopy (AFM) is often sufficient for this analysis …