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A novel carbon nanotubes reinforced superhydrophobic and superoleophilic polyurethane sponge for selective oil–water separation through a chemical fabrication

Huaiyuan Wang, Enqun Wang, Zhanjian Liu, Dong Gao, Ruixia Yuan, Liyuan Sun, Yanji Zhu

Journal of Materials Chemistry A · 2014 · 395 citations · 29 references

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A novel carbon nanotubes reinforced polyurethane sponge with superhydrophobic, superoleophilic and high mechanical properties shows potential for applications in oil–water separation.

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