How can I turn chewing gum in gel-like compound?
I have read here that softeners (oils...) can be added to gum base to reduce viscosity. The purpose would be to obtain a gel-like compound to be added in a gearbox sort of in order to disipate energy and increase friction (like other viscous gels do). The target would be to have long lasting uniform characteristics and behavior for an extended service life in this use; thus obtaining a cheap gel with pre-set viscosity. I don't know if stickiness to other materials, in this form and use. would be a plus or a minus. Can you confirm or infirm concept and what would be the best softener? submitted by /u/NapierDeltic1 [link] [comments]
I have read here that softeners (oils...) can be added to gum base to reduce viscosity. The purpose would be to obtain a gel-like compound to be added in a gearbox sort of in order to disipate energy and increase friction (like other viscous gels do). The target would be to have long lasting uniform characteristics and behavior for an extended service life in this use; thus obtaining a cheap gel with pre-set viscosity. I don't know if stickiness to other materials, in this form and use. would be a plus or a minus. Can you confirm or infirm concept and what would be the best softener?
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