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Research interest is growing in the potential to strategically mix selected polymers to modify properties and reduce the cost of resultant blends. Renewable resource-derived spinifex resin-based polyurethane (RPU) can be considered a potential bio-alternative to conventional petroleum-based polymers. However, its inherent weak mechanical properties severely limit its range of applications. This study aimed to prepare a useful novel polymer by solution blending of polyurethane prepared from spinifex resin (endemic to Australia) and commercially available thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU). Properties of the prepared polymer blends were characterized using various techniques.
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