Solvent vapor induced morphology variation in thin films of PS-b-PLA copolymers

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Abstract

Molecular dynamics in thin films of PS-b-PLA copolymers annealed by solvent vapor annealing is investigated using broadband dielectric spectroscopy, atomic force microscopy and ellipsometry. Impact of morphology changes on molecular dynamics are analyzed. The results of this study are discussed within the framework of current understanding of morphology control of copolymer thin films.

Authors

  • Lauren Foote

    Univ of Tennessee, Knoxville

  • Maximilian Heres

    Univ of Tennessee, Knoxville

  • Thomas Kinsey

    Univ of Tennessee, Knoxville

  • Joshua Sangoro

    University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Univ of Tennessee, Knoxville