Using novel synthetic techniques, siloxane-urea segmented copolymers are
made. The copolymers advantageously contain a polyether interface, with
controlled morphologies and properties. High molecular weight, high
strength siloxane-urea copolymers with urea hard segment contents ranging
from 5 to over 60% by weight may be prepared. Polymer properties that can
independently be controlled include modulus (1.0 to 120 MPa), ultimate
tensile strength (1.5 to 25 MPa), level of equilibrium water absorption
(.about.0 to 100% by weight) and refractive index (1.43 to 1.46).