Fundamentals of adhesion failure for a model adhesive (PMMA/Glass) joint in humid environments

  • Kar Tean Tan
  • , C. C. White
  • , D. L. Hunston
  • , C. Clerici
  • , K. L. Steffens
  • , J. Goldman
  • , Bryan Vogt

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Abstract

The origins for the abrupt adhesion loss at a critical relative humidity (RH) for polymeric adhesives bonded to inorganic surfaces were explored using a poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) film on silicon oxide as a model system. The interfacial and bulk water concentrations within the polymer film were quantified as a function of D2O partial pressure using neutron reflectivity. The adhesive fracture energies of these PMMA/SiO2 interfaces at the same conditions were determined using a shaft-loaded blister test. Discontinuities in the adhesive fracture energy, bulk moisture solubility, and the width of the interfacial moisture excess near the interface were observed at the critical RH. A mechanism based on the coupling of bulk swelling-induced stresses with the decreased cohesive strength due to moisture accumulation at the interface is proposed and is consistent with all experimental observations.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)339-367
Number of pages29
JournalJournal of Adhesion
Volume84
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 1 2008

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Chemistry
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Surfaces and Interfaces
  • Surfaces, Coatings and Films
  • Materials Chemistry

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