5. Developments
Research and development efforts in the polyimide sector are many and varied. Here are just a few examples of developments, taken from recent scientific literature. The list is by no means exhaustive.
5.1 Use of polyimides as additives in fluoropolymers
The incorporation of 5-30% polyimide in powder form into fluoropolymers (PTFE) increases abrasion resistance. This additive is effective at high Pv coefficients in many fields of application, with or without lubrication
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Because of their high price (around thirty times that of polyamides), the market for condensation polyimides is still limited to high-performance applications, and tonnages consumed remain low, even though this market is growing steadily.
The largest market for polyimides is in the United States, with the fastest-growing sectors being film and fibers.
In Europe, the key sectors...
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