ArticleMacromolecular rapid communications2026
Orthogonal Staggered Alignment of Molecular Chains in Aramid Whiskers: A Game-Changer for Sustainable, High-Performance Composites.
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We report the first discovery of polymer single crystal whiskers with a fundamentally unprecedented architecture: prismatic poly(p-benzamide) (PBA) whiskers with practical dimensions (∼17 µm length, ∼1 µm width, ∼0.5 µm thickness). Within these whiskers, polymer chains are oriented perpendicular to the long axis while maintaining high crystallinity. This morphology diverges from conventional lamellar structures, representing a new class of staggered polymer crystalline architecture where adjacent chains interpenetrate without layered periodicity. The configuration exposes chain ends at whisker surfaces, significantly enhancing dispersibility in organic solvents and polymer matrices due to the high-energy surface. Composites incorporating these whiskers exhibit uniform microstructures, exceptional thermal stability, and high modulus. PBA whiskers offer a lightweight, organic alternative to traditional inorganic fillers. These findings not only introduce a sustainable strategy but also redefine structural design principles in polymer crystallography for high-performance materials via self-organization pathways.
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