A careful evaluation of the rubber mixture indicated notable improvements through strategic incorporation of polyol, starch ether, and zinc powder. Initially, problems regarding fabrication plus mechanical behavior were mitigated by adjusting individual component level. Notably, polypropylene glycol functioned as the plasticizer, improving low-temp

A thorough assessment of the rubber compound showed important improvements through strategic incorporation of polypropylene glycol, modified starch, and zinc powder. Initially, challenges regarding fabrication & performance were mitigated by adjusting the component loading. In particular, PPG functioned as the flexibilizer, increasing flexibility a