
Advanced Fluoropolymer Nanocomposites
Fabrication, Processing, Characterization and Applications
- 1st Edition - July 26, 2023
- Imprint: Woodhead Publishing
- Editors: Kalim Deshmukh, Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 5 3 3 5 - 1
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 5 7 9 5 - 3
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Request a sales quoteAdvanced Fluoropolymer Nanocomposites: Fabrication, Processing, Characterization and Applications presents a comprehensive review on the fundamental chemistry, physics, biology and engineering of advanced fluoropolymer nanocomposites. Detailed attention is given to the synthesis, processing characterization, properties and applications of fluoropolymer nanocomposites. Morphological, thermal, electrical, mechanical, tribological and viscoelastic properties are also discussed in detail, along with the influence of synthesis methods on the formation of fluoropolymer nanocomposites, including the effect of nanofiller size and shape and the dispersion state of various nanofillers in different fluoropolymer matrices.
This book will be a useful reference resource for scientists, engineers and postgraduate students working in the field of polymer science and technology, materials science and engineering, composites and nanocomposites. This resource will help them find solutions to both fundamental and applied problems associated with their research. It will also assist researchers in becoming more acquainted with the field to address key questions within a short time.
- Covers the range of fluoropolymer nanocomposites and their fabrication, processing, structural, physical, thermal, electrical and mechanical properties
- Discusses high-performance applications in the electronics, energy, architecture, environmental, biomedical and textile industries
- Presents the latest information on disposal and recycling, safety considerations, and the environmental and health impact of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- Cover Image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- List of contributors
- Preface
- 1. Fluoropolymers: brief history, fundamental chemistry, processing, structure, properties, and applications
- Abstract
- 1.1 Introduction and history of fluoropolymers
- 1.2 Types of fluoropolymers
- 1.3 Fluoropolymers structure, chemistry, and properties
- 1.4 Classification of homopolymer
- 1.5 Classification of copolymer
- 1.6 Fluoropolymer nanocomposite
- 1.7 Processing of fluoropolymers
- 1.8 Applications of fluoropolymers
- 1.9 Market demands, technology developments, and commercial aspects of fluoropolymers
- 1.10 Summary
- References
- 2. Synthesis methods and characterization techniques of fluoropolymers
- Abstract
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Synthesis methods
- 2.3 Characterization methods
- 2.4 Conclusion
- Acknowledgment
- References
- 3. Fluoropolymer nanocomposites: introduction, fundamental properties, and high-performance applications
- Abstract
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Preparation of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 3.3 Characterization of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 3.4 Properties of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 3.5 Applications of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 3.6 Conclusion
- References
- 4. Fabrication and processing methods of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- Abstract
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Nanocomposite fabrication
- 4.3 Processing of PVDF nanocomposites
- 4.4 Processing challenges and future perspective
- 4.5 Summary
- Acknowledgment
- References
- 5. Microstructural, mechanical, and tribological properties of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- Abstract
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Microstructural behavior of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 5.3 Mechanical and tribological properties of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 5.4 Factors affecting the mechanical and tribological properties of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 5.5 Challenges and future developments
- 5.6 Conclusions
- References
- 6. Electrical and thermal conductivity studies of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- Abstract
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Electrical and thermal conductivity overview
- 6.3 Conductivity in fluoropolymers—theory and mechanism
- 6.4 Electrical and thermal conductivity characterization
- 6.5 Application of fluoropolymer nanocomposite
- 6.6 Challenges and future perspective
- 6.7 Summary
- Acknowledgment
- References
- 7. Thermal stability and thermomechanical properties of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- Abstract
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 The thermal transitions and crystalline properties
- 7.3 Thermomechanical properties: the storage and loss modulus
- 7.4 The thermal degradation kinetics and pyrolysis
- 7.5 Conclusion and future perspectives
- References
- 8. Rheological properties of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- Abstract
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Processing and mixing of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 8.3 Viscoelasticity of nanocomposites
- 8.4 Flow properties of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 8.5 Rheology and processing of nanoparticle-filled fluoropolymer blend nanocomposites
- 8.6 Conclusions and outlooks
- References
- 9. Surface-functionalized nanofillers-based fluoropolymer nanocomposites: synthesis, properties, and applications
- Abstract
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Fluoropolymer
- 9.3 Surface modification of nanofillers
- 9.4 Synthesis of surface-modified nanofillers-based fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 9.5 Properties of surface-modified nanofillers-based fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 9.6 Applications
- 9.7 Conclusion
- Acknowledgement
- References
- 10. Fluoropolymer nanocomposites for piezoelectric energy harvesting applications
- Abstract
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Physics of piezoelectricity
- 10.3 Piezoelectric fluoropolymer and their properties
- 10.4 Factors affecting piezoelectricity in fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 10.5 Application of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 10.6 Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- References
- 11. Fluoropolymer nanocomposites for dielectric applications
- Abstract
- 11.1 Fluoropolymer
- 11.2 Classification of fluoropolymers
- 11.3 Principle of dielectric response in fluoropolymers and fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 11.4 Fluoropolymer nanocomposites for dielectric application
- 11.5 Summary and perspectives
- Acknowledgments
- References
- 12. Fluoropolymer nanocomposites for electromagnetic interference shielding application
- Abstract
- 12.1 Introduction
- 12.2 Electromagnetic shielding
- 12.3 Fluoropolymers for electromagnetic interference
- 12.4 Fluoropolymer structural effects
- 12.5 Fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 12.6 Fluoropolymer nanocomposites for electromagnetic interference shielding
- 12.7 Conclusion and future prospects
- Acknowledgment
- References
- 13. Fluoropolymer nanocomposites for volatile organic compounds and gas-sensing application
- Abstract
- 13.1 Introduction
- 13.2 Physical and chemical properties
- 13.3 Synthesis techniques for fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 13.4 Properties of fluoropolymer nanocomposites for gas sensing
- 13.5 Fluoropolymer nanocomposites for volatile organic compounds reducing and oxidizing gas sensor: sensing mechanism, evaluation criteria, and application fields
- 13.6 Gas-sensing applications of fluoropolymer nanocomposites for oxidizing, reducing, and volatile organic compounds gases
- 13.7 Conclusion and future perspective
- References
- 14. Fluoropolymer nanocomposite membranes for gas separation applications
- Abstract
- List of abbreviations
- 14.1 Introduction
- 14.2 Structure and properties of fluoropolymers
- 14.3 General applications of fluoropolymers
- 14.4 Preparation and modification of fluoropolymer-based membranes
- 14.5 Fluoropolymer-based nanocomposite membranes for gas separation
- 14.6 Limitations and challenges
- 14.7 Conclusion and future scope
- References
- 15. Fluoropolymer nanocomposites for water desalination applications
- Abstract
- 15.1 Introduction
- 15.2 Fabrication, characterization, and desalination applications of fluoropolymer composites
- 15.3 Conclusion, challenges, and future perspectives
- References
- 16. Fluoropolymer nanocomposites for photocatalytic applications
- Abstract
- 16.1 Introduction
- 16.2 Poly(vinylidene fluoride) nanocomposite photocatalytic membranes
- 16.3 Polytetrafluoroethylene nanocomposite photocatalysts
- 16.4 Poly(vinylidene fluoride-co-hexafluoropropylene) nanocomposite photocatalysts
- 16.5 Other fluorinated nanocomposite photocatalysts
- 16.6 Conclusions
- References
- 17. Fluoropolymer nanocomposite membranes for fuel cell applications
- Abstract
- 17.1 Membrane technology
- 17.2 Fuel cell technology
- 17.3 Fluoropolymer: an introduction
- 17.4 Fluoropolymer nanocomposite membranes: introduction and synthesis methods
- 17.5 Polyvinylidene difluoride
- 17.6 Nafion
- 17.7 Polytetrafluoroethylene
- 17.8 Conclusion
- Acknowledgment
- References
- 18. Fluoropolymer nanocomposites for batteries and supercapacitors
- Abstract
- 18.1 Introduction
- 18.2 Fluoropolymer nanocomposite-rechargeable batteries
- 18.3 Fluoropolymer nanocomposite—supercapacitors
- 18.4 Conclusion and perspective
- References
- 19. Fluoropolymer nanocomposites for superhydrophobic antireflective and anticorrosive coatings
- Abstract
- 19.1 Overview of superhydrophobic anticorrosive and antireflection coatings
- 19.2 Fundamental theories of superhydrophobic and antireflective coatings
- 19.3 Fabrications of superhydrophobic coatings
- 19.4 Constraints of superhydrophobic antireflective and anticorrosive coatings
- 19.5 Materials perspective for superhydrophobic anticorrosive coatings
- 19.6 Materials perspective for superhydrophobic antireflective coatings
- 19.7 Challenging feature of superhydrophobic coatings
- 19.8 Challenging feature of superhydrophobic antireflection coatings
- 19.9 Challenging feature of superhydrophobic anticorrosion coatings
- 19.10 Summary and outlook
- Acknowledgments
- References
- 20. Applications of fluoropolymer nanocomposites in textile industry
- Abstract
- 20.1 Introduction
- 20.2 Hydrophobic textiles
- 20.3 Protective textiles
- 20.4 Smart textiles
- 20.5 Conclusions
- Acknowledgment
- References
- 21. Biological and biomedical applications of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- Abstract
- List of abbreviations
- 21.1 Introduction
- 21.2 Processing and synthesis of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- 21.3 Fluoropolymer nanocomposites in biomedical applications
- 21.4 Conclusion and perspectives
- References
- 22. Molecular dynamics simulations and theoretical modeling studies of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- Abstract
- 22.1 Introduction
- 22.2 Techniques in computational chemistry
- 22.3 Principles of molecular dynamics simulations
- 22.4 Applications of molecular dynamics simulations in fluoropolymers
- 22.5 Challenges and future perspective
- 22.6 Summary
- Acknowledgments
- References
- 23. Toxicity aspects, disposal, recycling, environmental, safety, and health issues of fluoropolymer nanocomposites
- Abstract
- 23.1 Introduction
- 23.2 Toxicity aspect
- 23.3 Environmental issue
- 23.4 Health and safety
- 23.5 Recycle
- 23.6 Processing and precautions of hazard
- 23.7 Conclusions and future trends
- References
- Index
- Edition: 1
- Published: July 26, 2023
- No. of pages (Paperback): 700
- No. of pages (eBook): 700
- Imprint: Woodhead Publishing
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323953351
- eBook ISBN: 9780323957953
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Kalim Deshmukh
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Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain
Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain is an Adjunct Professor and Director of Laboratories in the Department of Chemistry & Environmental Sciences at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), Newark, New Jersey, United States. His research is focused on the applications of nanotechnology and advanced materials, environmental management, analytical chemistry, and other industries. Dr. Hussain is the author of numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals as well as a prolific author and editor in his research areas. He has published with Elsevier, the American Chemical Society, the Royal Society of Chemistry, John Wiley & Sons, CRC Press, and Springer.