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Polymer-Based Composite Nanomaterials: Structure, Properties and Applications
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Polymer-Based Composite Nanomaterials: Structure, Properties and Applications

A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 3 July 2025 | Viewed by 3933

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Olga E. Glukhova

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1. Department of Physics, Saratov State University, Saratov 410012, Russia
2. Institute for Bionic Technologies and Engineering, I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow 119991, Russia
Interests: nanoelectronics; computational material science; electrical conduction; DFT/DFTB calculation
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Prof. Dr. Gang Zhang

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ASTAR, Institute of High Performance Computing (IHPC), Singapore 138632, Singapore
Interests: computational material science; thermal conduction; condensed matter physics
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Polymer-based composite nanomaterials are widely used in almost all fieldsof modern techniques and medicine. Composite matrices of graphene-nanotube structures serve as a base of polymer biocompatible nanomaterials that used for design of implants for tissue engineering. High-performance MXene-based polymer nanocomposites are already produced, in particular, on the base of Ti3C2. Such nanomaterials have better flame retardant properties in comparison to pure polystyrene and its modifications. Ultrathin 2D PMMA/Ti2Si0.75Al0.25C2 nanosheet composite demonstrate outstanding thermal and mechanical properties, including improved thermal conductivity, increased Young's modulus and reduced thermal expansion compared to bulk samples and PMMA. Herewith one of the main challenges in this direction is to obtain a stable polymer-based composite nanomaterials structure that provides the specified properties. Such material are complex since they consist of different layers, the special attention should be paid. Topology and layering also determine physical properties. It is also required to explore the possibilities of expanding polymer-based composite nanomaterials applications and to search for new applications.

Prof. Dr. Olga E. Glukhova
Prof. Dr. Gang Zhang
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Keywords

  • polymer-based nanomaterial
  • MXene-based polymer
  • graphene/nanotube-based nanomaterials
  • thermal and mechanical properties
  • electron conductivity
  • topology

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Effects of Rare Earth Oxides on the Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Phenolic-Based Hybrid Nanocomposites
by Shenglian Wang, Shuang Chen, Jiachen Sun, Zimo Liu, Dingxiang He and Shaofeng Xu
Polymers 2024, 16(1), 131; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/polym16010131 - 30 Dec 2023
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The incorporation of rare earth oxides and nano-silica has been found to significantly enhance the mechanical and tribological characteristics of phenolic-based hybrid nanocomposites. In this work, the impact of these additives was investigated through single-factor experiments. The study revealed that cerium oxide and [...] Read more.
The incorporation of rare earth oxides and nano-silica has been found to significantly enhance the mechanical and tribological characteristics of phenolic-based hybrid nanocomposites. In this work, the impact of these additives was investigated through single-factor experiments. The study revealed that cerium oxide and yttrium oxide were the primary factors influencing changes in the impact strength, shear strength, coefficient of friction, and wear rate. Additionally, the content of nano-silica exerted the most substantial influence on the hardness and compressive strength of the specimens. Furthermore, the material ratios of the phenolic-based hybrid nanocomposites were optimized using an orthogonal experimental design and a fuzzy comprehensive evaluation method. The optimal material ratio for these nanocomposites was determined to be 2% cerium oxide, 2.5% yttrium oxide, and 3% nano-silica, based on their mechanical, frictional, and wear properties. This research provides valuable insights for the development of new brake friction materials with low friction and high wear resistance and contributes to meeting the demand for polymer composites with superior mechanical performance in diverse applications. Full article
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Zero–Waste Recycling of Fiber/Epoxy from Scrap Wind Turbine Blades for Effective Resource Utilization
by Chunbao Du, Ge Jin, Lihui Zhang, Bo Tong, Bingjia Wang, Gang Zhang and Yuan Cheng
Polymers 2022, 14(24), 5408; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/polym14245408 - 10 Dec 2022
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The number of scrap wind turbines is expanding globally as the wind power industry develops rapidly. Zero–waste recycling of scrap wind turbine blades (WTB) is the key for wind power firms to achieve green and sustainable development on the premise of satisfying environmental [...] Read more.
The number of scrap wind turbines is expanding globally as the wind power industry develops rapidly. Zero–waste recycling of scrap wind turbine blades (WTB) is the key for wind power firms to achieve green and sustainable development on the premise of satisfying environmental protection criteria. In this work, the pyrolysis of fiber/epoxy composites obtained from scrap WTB in oxidizing inert atmospheres was investigated. Various characterization methods were employed to characterize the microstructure and chemical characteristics of the heat–treated fiber/epoxy and to reveal the pyrolysis mechanism. In addition, the heat–treated fibers/epoxy were used as reinforcing agents to investigate their impact on the elastic deformation of butadiene styrene rubber–based flexible composites, and the reinforcing mechanism was revealed. The results revealed that the constituents of fiber/epoxy composites were mostly fiberglass (SiO2, CaCO3) and cured epoxy resin, with covalent bonding being the interaction between the fiberglass and epoxy resin. The total weight of the epoxy resin in the fiber/epoxy composites was 22%, and the 11% weight loss was achieved at around 350 °C, regardless of the presence of oxygen; however, the features of heat–treated fibers/epoxy were associated with the pyrolysis atmosphere at a higher temperature. The pyrolysis products in inert atmospheres, with water contact angles of 58.8°, can considerably improve the tensile properties of flexible composites at the elastic stage. Furthermore, the flexible composite granules were prepared to plug large channels in sand–filled pipes, and the plugging rate had the potential to reach 81.1% with an injection volume of 5.0 PV. The plugging performance was essentially unaffected by water salinity, owing to the high stability of flexible composite granules in mineralized water. The findings of this study present a realistic route to the industrial application of fiber/epoxy, as well as a novel approach for encouraging the efficient use of scrap wind turbines on a large scale. Full article
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