Researchers from the Graduate School, Universitas Padjadjaran, have developed a method to enhance the viscosity of polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) by controlling the volume ratio of monomer and chain terminator. Their study, published in AIP Advances, demonstrates that adjusting the ratio of D4 (tetramethylcyclotetrasiloxane) to MM (methyltrimethoxysilane) from 26:10 to 46:10 increases the viscosity of PDMS from low to medium levels. This approach offers a cost-effective and scalable method for tailoring PDMS properties for various applications.

This research contributes to several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure): Enhancing material properties for advanced industrial applications.

SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production): Developing scalable methods for producing materials with desired properties.

SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth): Supporting innovation in materials science, leading to new economic opportunities.

The study provides valuable insights for optimizing PDMS properties, contributing to sustainable industrial practices and innovation.