Advancements in Polymer Composite Materials: Reinforcement, Nano-Engineering, and Sustainable Manufacturing Techniques
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymeric Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 January 2026 | Viewed by 7
Special Issue Editors
Interests: polymer; nanomaterials; advanced composites; recycling; sustainability
Interests: polymer morphology; electron microscopy; micromechanical properties; UHMWPE for total joint replacements; biocompatible and/or biodegradable polymers
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Polymer composites are an advanced class of materials formed by combining polymers with various fillers to enhance and tailor their properties for a broad range of applications. These composites utilize the mechanical, thermal, electrical, magnetic, and/or other specific properties of the filler materials to significantly improve the performance of the polymer matrix. They are employed in a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, construction, energy, biomedical, and packaging. The multifunctional nature of polymer composites makes them highly attractive for addressing complex engineering challenges.
With the continuous advancement of reinforcement techniques, the use of nanoengineering, and a stronger focus on sustainable methods, polymer composites are set to play a key role in the development of next-generation materials. The development of eco-friendly materials and manufacturing techniques is particularly critical in minimizing the environmental impact and enhancing the long-term viability of these composites.
This Special Issue, entitled “Advancements in Polymer Composite Materials: Reinforcement, Nano-Engineering, and Sustainable Manufacturing Techniques”, welcomes the submission of high-quality original research articles and reviews that showcase the latest innovations and developments in the field.
The scope of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:
- Sustainable polymer composites derived from bio-based or renewable resources;
- Polymer composites developed from recycled materials;
- Carbon-based polymer composites with an emphasis on sustainability;
- Sustainable design strategies for polymer composites;
- Multifunctional polymer composites for advanced applications;
- Life cycle assessment and environmental impact evaluation of polymer composites;
- The development of sustainable manufacturing for polymeric composite materials with applications in devices with a high mechanical performance and high energy storage.
Dr. Sakrit Hait
Dr. Miroslav Slouf
Dr. Chungfu Cheng
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- functional polymer composite
- polymer nanocomposite
- high-toughness polymer
- high-modulus polymer
- bio-based microparticles and nanoparticles
- reinforcement
- polymer recycling
- sustainable manufacturing
- structure-property relationships
- macro-, micro-, and nanomechanical properties
- solid-state processing
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