Polymers and Two-Dimensional Nanocomposites

1st Edition - November 23, 2024
Imprint: Woodhead Publishing
Editors: Rotimi Sadiku, Yskandar Hamam, Suprakas Sinha Ray, Oladipo Folorunso
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:
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Polymers and Two-Dimensional Nanocomposites provides a detailed review of recent progress in this important research field. The chapters cover new developments in synthesis methods, fabrication techniques, sample preparation methods, surface modification, characterization, methods of enhancing the properties of these materials and industrial applications in energy, environmental, oil and gas, sensors, corrosion, biomedical and structural applications.

The book provides a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers working in the fields of polymer science and engineering, polymer composites and nanocomposites.

Title of Book
Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
List of contributors
1. Two-dimensional nanofillers
Abstract
1.1 Introduction
1.2 The two-dimensional nanofillers for science and engineering applications
1.3 Conclusion
References
2. General overview of polymers and two-dimensional nanofiller-based nanocomposites
Abstract
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Natural polymers
2.3 Conducting polymers
2.4 Other polymers
2.5 Conclusion
References
3. Bottom-up and top-down fabrication processes of polymer and two-dimensional nanocomposites
Abstract
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Synthesis of two-dimensions materials (bottom-up method)
3.3 Top-down methods
3.4 Future directions
References
4. Borophene: synthesis methods, applications, challenges, and future prospects
Abstract
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Synthesis of borophene
4.3 Characterization: structure and morphology of borophene
4.4 Intriguing properties of borophene
4.5 Potential applications of borophene
4.6 Existing challenges and future scope of borophene
4.7 Conclusion
References
5. Proper samples preparation methods for SEM, TEM, TGA, XRD, and DSC: techniques, operations, and recommendation
Abstract
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Characterization techniques
5.3 Conclusion and recommendations
References
6. Surface modification of two-dimensional materials: techniques and applications
Abstract
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Techniques for surface modification of two-dimensional materials
6.3 Impact of surface modification on the two-dimensional material properties
6.4 Application of surface modified two-dimensional materials
6.5 Challenges and future outlook
6.6 Conclusion
References
7. Characterization of polymer and two-dimensional nanocomposites: a molecular dynamics approach
Abstract
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Molecular dynamics simulations
7.3 Force field at a glance
7.4 Characterization of polymer nanocomposites using molecular dynamic approach
7.5 Conclusion
References
8. Enhancing the mechanical and electrical properties of polymers using graphene
Abstract
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Polymers and engineering polymers
8.3 Graphene as a two-dimension material
8.4 Fabrication approaches towards achieving enhanced graphene filled polymer nanocomposites
8.5 Properties of graphene filled polymer nanocomposites
8.6 Applications of graphene-filled polymer nanocomposites
8.7 Conclusion
References
9. Enhancing the electromagnetic, piezoresistive, and electrical properties of polymers using MXene
Abstract
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Polymers and their properties
9.3 MXene as a two-dimensional material (synthesis)
9.4 Techniques for fabricating MXene-polymeric nanocomposites
9.5 Effect of MXene on electromagnetic, piezoresistive, and electrical properties of polymers
9.6 Conclusion
References
10. Thermal, thermomechanical, and rheology properties of polymer nanocomposite
Abstract
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Properties of polymer nanocomposites
10.3 Applications of polymer nanocomposites
10.4 Conclusion
References
11. Thermal and electrical conductivity of polymer and polymer nanocomposite and the investigation of the optical properties of polymer nanocomposites
Abstract
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Fluorescent polymers
11.3 Polymer nanocomposite thermal conductivity
11.4 Polymer nanocomposites electrical conductivity
11.5 Conclusion
References
12. Recent developments in polymer nanocomposite for supercapacitors applications
Abstract
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Fundamentals of supercapacitors
12.3 Electrode materials for supercapacitors
12.4 Conducting polymers
12.5 Production processes of polymer nanocomposites for energy storage applications
12.6 Properties of polymer nanocomposites for energy storage applications
12.7 Polymer nanocomposites for energy storage applications: ethical and sustainable issues
12.8 Limitations and possible solutions
Acknowledgments
References
13. Fuel cell-based polymers and two-dimensional nanocomposites: synthesis, challenges, and prospects
Abstract
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Synthesis of two-dimensional nanocomposites
13.3 Application of two-dimensional nanocomposites in fuel cells
13.4 MXenes
13.5 Graphene and graphene oxide
13.6 Hexagonal boron nitride
13.7 Metal dichalcogenide
References
14. Li-ion batteries and polymer nanocomposite
Abstract
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Theoretical background of lithium-ion batteries
14.3 Advanced polymer nanocomposite anodes for lithium-ion batteries
14.4 Advanced polymer nanocomposite cathodes for lithium-ion batteries
14.5 Advanced polymer nanocomposite electrolytes
14.6 Separators, collectors, and binders
14.7 Concluding remarks, challenges, and future prospects of lithium-ion batteries
References
15. Conductive polymers: effective materials for heavy metal ions removal (water treatment)
Abstract
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Fundamentals of conductive polymers
15.3 Heavy metal ion removal techniques
15.4 Conclusion
References
16. Polymer nanocomposites in the oil and gas and defense industry
Abstract
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Matrix and reinforcements in nanocomposites
16.3 Advantages of polymer nanocomposites
16.4 Polymer nanocomposites in the oil and gas and defense industry
16.5 Conclusion
References
17. Polymer and graphene sensors
Abstract
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Preparation of graphene-based polymer composites
17.3 Characterization of the polymer-based graphene sensors
17.4 Mechanism of the polymer-based graphene sensors
17.5 Polymer substrates and their roles in sensor design
17.6 Applicability of polymer-based graphene sensors
17.7 Conclusions and recommendation
References
18. Polymer nanocomposite field effect transistors
Abstract
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Brief explanation of organic field effect transistors working mechanism
18.3 Polymer nanocomposites field effect transistors synthesis methods
18.4 Applications of organic field effect transistors
18.5 Conclusion
References
19. Recent development in polymer nanocomposites for corrosion treatment
Abstract
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Anti-corrosion properties characterization
19.3 Typical two-dimensional layered fillers employed in anticorrosion composite coatings
19.4 Polymers in anticorrosion composites
19.5 Preparation of anticorrosion polymer/two-dimensional-nanofilers composites
19.6 Conclusion and future needs of two-dimensional nanocomposites in anticorrosion applications
Acknowledgments
References
20. Structural applications of polymer and two-dimensional nanocomposites: a critical review
Abstract
20.1 Introduction
20.2 Electronic, energy production, and storage
20.3 Gas and chemical sensing applications
20.4 Three-dimensional printed and organic electrolyte properties
20.5 The structural applications of two-dimensional polymer nanocomposites in automobiles, planes, ship structures, aviation, and aerospace
20.6 Challenges and future directions
References
21. Recent development in polymer nanocomposites for biomedical and antibacterial applications
Abstract
21.1 Introduction
21.2 Polymer nanocomposites for biomedical and antibacterial applications
21.3 Conclusion and outlook
21.4 Acknowledgments/funding
Conflicts of interest
Credit authorship contribution statement
References
22. Future applications of polymer-based two-dimensional nanocomposite
Abstract
22.1 Introduction
22.2 Fundamentals of polymer-based two-dimensional nanocomposites
22.3 Current applications of polymer-based two-dimensional nanocomposites
22.4 Emerging trends in future applications
22.5 Safety and environmental considerations
22.6 Conclusion
References
Index

Rotimi Sadiku

Prof. Rotimi Sadiku is currently an Emeritus Professor at the Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa.

Professor Emmanuel Rotimi Sadiku started his career as early as in 1976 as assistant Supervisor at the Zaria Industries Limited Nigeria and later received the Nigeria Government Scholarship to pursue a BSc [Hons.] (1980) degree at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland, UK. During this journey, he received numerous awards as best student and then, received the Nigeria government scholarship to pursue his PHD (1986) in Polymer Science at University of Strathclyde. He did a 1½ years postdoctoral fellowship at the CNR/University of Genova, Italy (1989/90) After receiving postdoctoral fellowship award (Swedish Institute Research Fellowship) he joined (1990) the Department of Polymer Technology, Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden. He did spend ½ year at the Faculty of Physics, Freiburg University as Visiting Scientist. In 1999, he later received South African Research Foundation (NRF) Fellowship award to join University of Stellenbosch, Institute for Polymer Science.

Affiliations and expertise

Tshwane University of Technology, Department of Chemical, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, South Africa

Yskandar Hamam

Prof. Yskandar Hamam received his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the American University of Beirut, in 1966, and then went on to achieve his M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Manchester (UMIST) in 1970 and 1972. From 1966 to 1968, he worked as an engineer on various projects in Beirut. He became an Adjunct Professor with the Universidade Federal Rio de Janeiro, from 1972 to 1973 and then became an Assistant Professor with the American University, from 1973 to 1976. From 1977 to 1978 he worked as a researcher with Union Power Companies, in Charleroi, Belgium. In 1979 to 1991, he became Head of the Department of Continuing Education, Ecole Supérieure d'Ingénieurs Electrotechniqueet Electronique (ESIEE), Noisy-le-Grand, France, where he later became Dean of Faculty, from 1991 to 1996. He has been Head of the Computer Control Laboratory, Noisyle-Grand, since 1996. He has co-authored four books, 25 book chapters and has authored or co-authored more than 100 articles in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings. He is currently Scientific Director of the French South African Institute of Technology (F'SATI), at Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa, and is an Emeritus Professor with ESIEE.

Affiliations and expertise

Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.Emeritus Professor at EISEE Paris, France and Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa

Suprakas Sinha Ray

Professor Suprakas Sinha Ray is a Chief Research Scientist and Manager of the Centre for Nanostructures and Advanced Materials, DSI-CSIR Nanotechnology Innovation Centre, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Pretoria, South Africa. His current research focuses on the applications of advanced nanostructured & polymeric materials. He is one of the most active and highly cited authors in the field of polymer nanocomposite materials, and he has recently been rated by Thomson Reuters as being one of the top 1% most impactful and influential scientists and top 50 high impact chemists. He is the author of 7 authored books, co-author of 5 edited books, 32 book chapters on various aspects of polymer-based nanostructured materials & their applications, and author and co-author of 430 articles in high-impact international journals.

Affiliations and expertise

Chief Research Scientist and Manager of the Centre for Nanostructures and Advanced Materials, DSI-CSIR Nanotechnology Innovation Centre, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Pretoria, South Africa; Department of Chemical Sciences, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa

Oladipo Folorunso

Oladipo FOLORUNSO obtained his bachelor and master’s degree in electrical engineering from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, and the University of Benin in Nigeria.He is currently pursuing his Doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering at Tshwane University of Technology, Republic of South Africa. His research interests include polymer nanocomposites for energy storage applications.

Affiliations and expertise

Tshwane University of Technology, Republic of South Africa

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