Silicone‐based polymer blends: Enhancing properties through compatibilization

Polymer blending is a cost-effective way to control the properties of soft materials, but propensity for blends macrophase separate motivates development efficient compatibilization strategies. Across this broad area, particularly important polysiloxanes, which exhibit strong repulsive interactions with most organic polymers. This review analyzes state-of-the-art polysiloxane strategies silicone–organic polymer blends. Emphasis placed on chemical innovation in design agents that may expedite commercialization new materials. We anticipate hybrid silicone will continue play an role fundamental and applied materials science across industry academia.