polymerpinnoite
Polymerpinnoite refers to a class of polymer–inorganic composite materials in which a pinnoite‑like inorganic phase is dispersed within a polymer matrix to form a single hybrid material. The concept combines organic polymer flexibility with the thermal and chemical attributes of inorganic borates, aiming to tailor mechanical, thermal, and transport properties for specialized applications.
Composition and structure: The inorganic phase is typically magnesium borate or a closely related pinnoite‑type species
Synthesis: Reported approaches include in‑situ mineralization of borate within a pre‑formed polymer, sol‑gel or precursor‑infiltration methods,
Properties: The resulting materials may exhibit enhanced stiffness, thermal stability, and dimensional resilience compared with the
Applications: Potential uses include protective coatings for high‑temperature or corrosive environments, gas separation membranes, solid‑state battery
See also: polymer–ceramic composites, organometallic hybrids, borate minerals.