Silicone rubber, a polymer material with silicon oxygen bonds as the main chain, is occupying an irreplaceable position in the field of materials science with its unique performance combination. From a molecular structure perspective, its core is polydimethylsiloxane - a main chain composed of alternating silicon and oxygen atoms, with organic groups such as methyl and phenyl suspended on the side chains.

This inorganic organic hybrid chemical nature endows silicone rubber with the ability to break through conventional performance limits: the high bond strength of silicon oxygen bonds allows it to maintain elasticity even in extreme temperature differences of -60 ℃ to 250 ℃, and some special formulations can even withstand high temperatures above 300 ℃. The spiral structure of the main chain also gives it excellent flexibility, even at low temperatures, it will not become brittle.

The inclusiveness of this material towards the environment is equally astonishing. Whether it is deep-sea high pressure, space radiation, or daily exposure to ultraviolet radiation and ozone, no obvious traces can be left on the surface of silicone rubber. Its extremely low surface energy makes it difficult for stains to adhere, its hydrophobicity surpasses traditional rubber, and it can even resist the erosion of strong acids and alkalis.

In the medical field, this biocompatibility has become a key advantage - silicone rubber products implanted in the human body almost do not cause rejection reactions, allowing medical devices such as artificial organs, catheters, and cosmetic implants to have a longer lifespan and higher safety.

From kitchen utensils to spacecraft components, the application scenarios of silicone rubber are constantly expanding. In the field of consumer electronics, it transforms into a waterproof sealing ring to protect precision components; In the battery pack of new energy vehicles, it builds a safety barrier against fire and explosion; The non-toxic, odorless, and high-temperature resistant characteristics of baby pacifiers and baking molds protect daily life.

Even more astonishing is that by adjusting the side chain groups and cross-linking density, scientists can endow silicone rubber with special functions such as conductivity, heat conduction, and flame retardancy, transforming it from an insulating material into an intelligent carrier that can integrate sensors.

Currently, the global silicone rubber industry is evolving towards green and high-performance direction. The introduction of bio based raw materials has reduced dependence on petrochemical resources, 3D printing technology has made it possible to form complex structural components in one go, and the development of self-healing silicone rubber heralds a new breakthrough in material lifespan.

This material, which can withstand the scorching flames in rocket nozzles and blend into baby products with a soft touch, is continuously expanding the boundaries of human imagination of material performance with its "combination of rigidity and flexibility".

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