Polymer Nanocomposites Containing Graphene: Preparation, Properties, and Applications

Polymer Nanocomposites Containing Graphene: Preparation, Properties, and Applications is a comprehensive book that provides detailed information on the characterization, synthesis, processing, properties, and applications of graphene-based materials. It covers methods of synthesis, functionalization, and modification of graphene, as well as issues related to graphene dispersion in polymer matrices. The book reviews the different properties of composites and their applications in electrical and electronic fields, flame and fire retardancy, structural, sensing and catalysis, membrane, fuel cell and solar energy, hydrogen production, aerospace engineering, packaging, and biomedical/bioengineering fields. It also includes up-to-date patents on graphene-polymer nanocomposites.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 816 pages
Publication date: 25 August 2021
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

Polymer Nanocomposites Containing Graphene: Preparation, Properties, and Applications is a comprehensive resource that provides detailed and up-to-date information on the characterization, synthesis, processing, properties, and applications of these materials. The book delves into key topics such as the methods of synthesizing and preparing graphene, as well as various processes and methods of functionalization and modification of graphene to enhance composite properties. It emphasizes the preparation techniques that are advantageous in improving properties while addressing their drawbacks. The book also explores the structure and property relationships in detail, addressing issues related to graphene dispersion in polymer matrices and the use of graphene as reinforcement in thermoset resins.

The different properties of composites, including mechanical, electrical, dielectric, thermal, rheological, morphological, spectroscopy, electronic, optical, and toxicity, are reviewed from both a geometrical and functional perspective. The applications of graphene-polymer nanocomposites are diverse and encompass various fields, such as electrical and electronic fields, flame and fire retardancy, structural, sensing, and catalysis, membrane, in fuel cell and solar energy, hydrogen production, aerospace engineering, packaging, and biomedical/bioengineering fields. Additionally, the book includes up-to-date patents on graphene-polymer nanocomposites, benefiting those working in graphene-based materials.

This book serves as a valuable tool for researchers and practitioners in the field of graphene-based materials. It offers detailed knowledge on graphene synthesis, composite preparation methods, and the related problems associated with them. By providing a comprehensive overview of these materials, the book enables researchers to select the appropriate composite for their specific field of application, contributing to the advancement of graphene-based technologies.

Weight: 1000g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780128216392