Editors: Prof. Ramasamy Subbaiya

Dr. Sivasubramanian Manikandan (2022)

ISBN: 978-93-94174-07-8

Shivaji D. Ghodke^*

This chapter explores the design, synthesis, and characterization of novel aromatic polyamides developed using a flexible methylene-bridged biphenyl diacid monomer. These polymers overcome limitations of traditional aramids such as poor solubility and process ability while retaining excellent thermal and mechanical properties. The incorporation of methylene linkages improves flexibility and solubility, enhancing their usability in solution processing. The resulting materials exhibit high thermal stability (T₁₀ > 500 °C) and amorphous morphology, making them suitable for forming films and membranes. Their compatibility with solvents like NMP, DMF, and DMSO supports a wide range of fabrication techniques [2-4]. Due to these characteristics, the polyamides hold promise in applications such as membrane-based wastewater treatment, fuel cell components, and thermal protection coatings. This chapter presents a detailed study of their structural, thermal, and solubility characteristics, supported by spectroscopic and thermal analysis. The findings demonstrate the potential of these polyamides for use in sustainable technologies aimed at waste treatment and clean energy, contributing to environmental resilience and energy efficiency.

*Corresponding author; e-mail: Shivaji.ghodke99@gmail.com

Cite this Chapter: Shivaji D. Ghodke. 2022. Design and Development of High-Performance Aromatic Polyamides for Sustainable Waste and Energy Applications. In: R. Subbaiya and S. Manikandan (Eds.), Emerging Technologies and Advanced Techniques for Waste Treatment and Energy Production. Excellent Publishers, India. pp. 184-198. doi: https://doi.org/10.20546/978-93-94174-07-8_13