Advances in Characterization, Measurement and Electrical Performance of Polymer and Composites Materials

Dear Colleagues,

Polymer and composite materials have found extensive applications in the fields of electric power, electronics, and new energy vehicles, among others. The future development of polymers and composites is currently focused on their characterization, measurement, and electrical properties. In recent years, there has been a rapid increase in the demand for novel high-performance polymer-based materials, driven by the requirements of new energy power systems and electric vehicles.

It is essential to further summarize and discuss the polymer materials with high performance, particularly focusing on the fundamental research and advancements in the characterization and measurement of electrical properties. Despite numerous employed methods, such as SEM, TEM, and AFM for microstructure analysis, studies on electrical and optical performances remain highly relevant. Many research groups extensively investigate nanocomposites with interface morphology, material aging, degradation, and breakdown in great detail. The emergence of new operating conditions like high temperature and multi-frequency electric strength necessitates well-defined materials with newly developed methods and phenomena.

This Special Issue focuses on polymer and composite materials that have excellent electrical performance, as well as advanced methods for short- and long-term operations. The list of keywords provided below provides a general description of the topics covered, which can be helpful in preparing your submission. However, manuscripts related to this field are welcome even if they do not include these specific keywords.

Dr. Weiwang Wang
Guest Editor

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