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The nanoscale graphene platelet (NGP) or graphene nano-sheet is
an emerging class of nano materials and can be a low-cost alternative
to CNTs and carbon nano-fibers (CNFs). Graphene’s applications
as a nano filler in a composite material and as a functional ingredient
in an energy system (supercapacitor battery and fuel cell) are
imminent. However the availability of processable graphene sheets
in large quantities is essential to the success in exploiting composite
and other applications for graphene. This presentation begins by
a review of the current processes for producing NGPs and their
composites and is followed by a discussion on the new advances in
materials processes and applications related to NGPs and their
nanocomposites.
With the emphasis on alternative energy vehicles the need for
materials that are not only structural but possess other desirable
properties such as electrical conductivity thermal conductivity and
barrier properties is increasingly important. Nanocomposites are
opening up “windows of opportunity” to not only increase structural
properties but also the non-structural surface electrical thermal
and barrier properties. Graphite (graphene) nanoplatelets are a
new cost-effective nanomaterial that can be used as an additive to
polymers and composites to impart multifunctionality without the
need for developing new or alternative processing and manufacturing
methods. Examples in thermoset and thermoplastic systems
-- with and without macro reinforcing fibers -- will be used to illustrate
the potential of this nanomaterial.
This presentation focuses on a new silicate mesoporous nanoparticle
technology which will bring significant productivity and
performance benefits to both thermoset and thermoplastic
moldings by increasing mechanical properties of neat resins
imparting greater flame retardance and reducing processing cycle
times. The particles’ intrinsic porous structure allows polymer
chains to link the particles into a 3D network improving both
strength and modulus at very-low particle loadings (typically 5.0
to 7.5 wt %). The technology does not require organic surface
modification to achieve dispersion in the polymer matrix nor does
it require retrofitting of processing equipment or modification in
processing methods.
Ken Walker | Alex Isarov | Tong Chen, September 2010
Viability of continued use of antimony oxide is among the topics of broad interest to PVC compound
suppliers as well as their end users. Existing and emerging regulatory mandates have continued to drive
an industry-wide effort to minimize use of antimony oxide in PVC, while being able to maintain adequate
fire performance when formulating the low-smoke compounds for a variety of applications such as
construction materials and wire and cable products.
Any article that is cited in another manuscript or other work is required to use the correct reference style. Below is an example of the reference style for SPE articles:
Brown, H. L. and Jones, D. H. 2016, May.
"Insert title of paper here in quotes,"
ANTEC 2016 - Indianapolis, Indiana, USA May 23-25, 2016. [On-line].
Society of Plastics Engineers
Available: www.4spe.org.
Note: if there are more than three authors you may use the first author's name and et al. EG Brown, H. L. et al.
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