A dinuclear Pd(II) complex possessing a cyclic ligand was applied as a coordinative cross-linker of acrylonitrile–butadiene rubber (NBR). Tensile tests revealed that the mechanical properties of the coordinatively cross-linked NBRs were improved compared with those of the original NBR. Increasing the loading amount of the complex enhanced Young’s modulus, tensile strength, tensile strain, and toughness. The cross-linked NBR could be reused with a simple dissolution and drying process, which featured coordinative cross-linking.
- Koji Yamamoto
- Hiromitsu Sogawa
- Toshikazu Takata
