Crystallization and Foaming of Fibrillated Polymer Composites

Dear Colleagues,

This special issue will focus on the crystallization and foaming of fibrillated polymer composites, an innovative and fast-growing research area within the field of materials science. Fibrillated polymer composites are materials formed by the combination of polymers and nanofibers, typically obtained by mechanical fibrillation. These materials offer unprecedented mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties compared to conventional polymeric materials. However, the crystallization and foaming processes of fibrillated polymer composites are still not thoroughly understood, and this special issue aims to bring together the latest research findings and advancements in this field.

The ultimate goal of this special issue is to advance the knowledge of crystallization and foaming processes of fibrillated polymer composites, highlighting novel approaches, technologies, and applications. Both theoretical and experimental works are encouraged, covering various aspects of the field, including but not limited to:

• Mechanisms and kinetics of crystallization in fibrillated polymer composites
• Crystalline structure and morphology of fibrillated polymer composites
• Foaming behavior of fibrillated polymer composites
• Rheological properties of fibrillated polymer composites during crystallization and foaming
• Influence of processing parameters on the crystallization and foaming behaviors of fibrillated polymer composites
• Novel processing techniques for the fabrication of fibrillated polymer composites

Potential authors are invited to contribute original research articles, review articles, and perspective articles related to the aforementioned topics. The special issue also welcomes papers that report on innovative applications of fibrillated polymer composites in different fields, including biomedicine, nanotechnology, and advanced manufacturing. The interdisciplinary nature of this research area makes this special issue an excellent platform for scientists and engineers from different disciplines to share their findings and discuss future directions.

Dr. Amirjalal Jalali
Guest Editor

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• fibrillated polymer composites
• crystallization
• foaming