Mechanochemically initiated polymerizations iii. mechanochemical polymerization of acetonitrile by vibratory grinding

Abstract

The paper shows evidence for the capacity of impact mechanical energy released by vibratory grinding to initiate polymerization reactions of acetonitrile. The influence of certain factors (reaction duration, gaseous atmosphere, medium polarity) was studied. The resultant products were characterised by spectral analyses; some specific properties determined by the presence of metallic atoms in the polymer chain are also evidence in support of this ability. © 1984 The Society of Polymer Science, Japan.