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15 pages, 7412 KiB  
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Effect of Sequence-Based Incorporation of Fillers, Kenaf Fiber and Graphene Nanoplate, on Polypropylene Composites via a Physicochemical Compounding Method
by Soohyung Lee, Kihyeon Ahn, Su Jung Hong and Young-Teck Kim
Polymers 2025, 17(14), 1955; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym17141955 - 17 Jul 2025
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Natural-fiber-reinforced polypropylene (PP) composites are gaining increasing interest as lightweight, sustainable alternatives for various packaging and applications. This study investigates the effect of filler addition sequence on the mechanical, morphological, thermal, and dynamic mechanical properties of PP-based composites reinforced with graphite nanoplatelets (GnP) [...] Read more.
Natural-fiber-reinforced polypropylene (PP) composites are gaining increasing interest as lightweight, sustainable alternatives for various packaging and applications. This study investigates the effect of filler addition sequence on the mechanical, morphological, thermal, and dynamic mechanical properties of PP-based composites reinforced with graphite nanoplatelets (GnP) and kenaf fiber (KF). Two filler incorporation sequences were evaluated: GnP/KF/PP (GnP initially mixed with KF before PP addition) and GnP/PP/KF (KF added after mixing GnP with PP). The GnP/KF/PP composite exhibited superior mechanical properties, with tensile strength and flexural strength increasing by up to 25% compared to the control, while GnP/PP/KF showed a 13% improvement. SEM analyses revealed that initial mixing of GnP with KF significantly improved filler dispersion and interfacial bonding, enhancing stress transfer within the composite. XRD and DSC analyses showed reduced crystallinity and lower crystallization temperatures in the addition of KF due to restricted polymer chain mobility. Thermal stability assessed by TGA indicated minimal differences between the composites regardless of filler sequence. DMA results demonstrated a significantly higher storage modulus and enhanced elastic response in the addition of KF, alongside a slight decrease in glass transition temperature (Tg). The results emphasize the importance of optimizing filler addition sequences to enhance mechanical performance, confirming the potential of these composites in sustainable packaging and structural automotive applications. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Natural Fiber-Based Green Materials, Second Edition)
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Contrast Enhancement in 2D Nanomaterial SEM Images
by Angela Longo, Mariano Palomba, Filippo Giubileo and Gianfranco Carotenuto
Eng. Proc. 2025, 87(1), 81; https://doi.org/10.3390/engproc2025087081 - 23 Jun 2025
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Owing to their large size and flexibility, 2D nanostructures (e.g., graphene, graphene oxide, single-layer molybdenum disulfide, etc.) are technologically exploited in a supported form. Glass, silicon, and polymers are typical substrates. In the characterization of these 2D nanostructures, important morphological information (e.g., size, [...] Read more.
Owing to their large size and flexibility, 2D nanostructures (e.g., graphene, graphene oxide, single-layer molybdenum disulfide, etc.) are technologically exploited in a supported form. Glass, silicon, and polymers are typical substrates. In the characterization of these 2D nanostructures, important morphological information (e.g., size, shape factor, presence of defects, etc.) can be obtained through an investigation based on scanning electron microscopy (SEM). However, the observation of these extremely thin 2D nanostructures is characterized by poor contrast, and therefore, all morphological features are not clearly visible in SEM micrographs. Herein, it is shown that under a high sample tilting condition, SEM observations are also capable of providing images with very good contrast. Such high sample tilting can be obtained by positioning the sample vertically and then conveniently reducing this angle (90°) by tilting the sample up to achieve a well-focused image. Full article
(This article belongs to the Proceedings of The 5th International Electronic Conference on Applied Sciences)
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Laser Sintering of Nano-Graphite-Reinforced Polyamide Composites for Next-Generation Smart Materials: A Preliminary Investigation of Processability and Electromechanical Properties
by Stefano Guarino, Emanuele Mingione, Gennaro Salvatore Ponticelli, Alfio Scuderi, Simone Venettacci and Vittorio Villani
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(10), 5708; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15105708 - 20 May 2025
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Multifunctional reinforced polymer composites provide an ideal platform for next-generation smart materials applications, enhancing matrix properties like electrical and thermal conductivity. Reinforcements are usually based on functional metal alloys, inorganic compounds, polymers, and carbon nanomaterials. The latter have drawn significant interest in developing [...] Read more.
Multifunctional reinforced polymer composites provide an ideal platform for next-generation smart materials applications, enhancing matrix properties like electrical and thermal conductivity. Reinforcements are usually based on functional metal alloys, inorganic compounds, polymers, and carbon nanomaterials. The latter have drawn significant interest in developing high-performance smart composites due to their exceptional mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties. The increasing demand for highly complex functional structures has led additive manufacturing to become a reference technology for the production of smart material components. In this study, laser sintering technology was adopted to manufacture nano-graphite/nylon-12 composites with a carbon-based particle reinforcement content of up to 10% in weight. The results showed that the addition of the filler led to the fabrication of samples that reached an electrical conductivity of around 4·10−4 S/cm, in contrast to the insulating behavior of a bare polymeric matrix (i.e., lower than 10−10 S/cm), while maintaining a low production cost, though at the expense of mechanical performance under both tensile and bending loads. Full article
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Production of Graphite Nanoplatelets via Functionalized Polyketone-Assisted Diels–Alder Chemistry: Evidence of Reduced Layer Thickness and Enhanced Exfoliation Efficiency
by Ricardo Cisternas, Jaime Orellana, Nataly Silva, Jonathan Correa-Puerta, Andrea Pucci, Ranjita K. Bose, Francesco Picchioni, Esteban Araya-Hermosilla and Rodrigo Araya-Hermosilla
Polymers 2025, 17(10), 1333; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym17101333 - 14 May 2025
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This study introduces an efficient and scalable method for the top-down exfoliation of graphite into graphite nanoplatelets (GNPs) using polyketones (PKs) functionalized with Diels–Alder (DA) active groups. Leveraging the reversible covalent interactions facilitated by furan and thiophene moieties in PK, combined with melt-mixing [...] Read more.
This study introduces an efficient and scalable method for the top-down exfoliation of graphite into graphite nanoplatelets (GNPs) using polyketones (PKs) functionalized with Diels–Alder (DA) active groups. Leveraging the reversible covalent interactions facilitated by furan and thiophene moieties in PK, combined with melt-mixing and shear force, this process achieves significant exfoliation while preserving the structural integrity of the resulting material. Thermal and rheological analyses demonstrate enhanced interfacial adhesion and stability within polymer composites attributed to the DA-driven interactions between functionalized PK and graphite. Comparative evaluations demonstrate that furan-functionalized PK exhibits superior exfoliation efficiency, highlighting its potential for producing high-quality exfoliated graphite suitable for advanced nanocomposite applications that require enhanced thermal, mechanical, and electrical properties. This method seamlessly integrates sustainability with industrial scalability, offering significant advancements in developing GNP-based materials. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Functional Graphene-Polymer Composites, 2nd Edition)
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Mechanical, Electrical and Fractural Characteristics of Carbon Nanomaterial-Added Cement Composites
by Manan Bhandari, Jianguang Yue and Il-Woo Nam
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(9), 4673; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15094673 - 23 Apr 2025
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This study investigates the effects of different carbon nanomaterials (CNMs), namely, carbon nanotubes (CNTs), carbon nanofibers (CNFs), graphene, and graphite nanoplatelets (GNP) on the mechanical, electrical, and fractural characteristics of cement composites. The electrical conductivity results indicated that CNT- and CNF-added composites exhibited [...] Read more.
This study investigates the effects of different carbon nanomaterials (CNMs), namely, carbon nanotubes (CNTs), carbon nanofibers (CNFs), graphene, and graphite nanoplatelets (GNP) on the mechanical, electrical, and fractural characteristics of cement composites. The electrical conductivity results indicated that CNT- and CNF-added composites exhibited percolation threshold ranges of 0.1% to 0.3% and 0.3% to 1.0%, respectively. Regarding the mechanical properties tests, the composite with a 1.0% CNF showed the best results. Furthermore, fractural characteristics results indicated that even additions of the smallest dosage, i.e., 0.1% of CNM, exhibited positive results. Overall, the study highlighted the potential of CNM-added cement composites. Full article
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Characterization of Antimicrobial Properties of Copper-Doped Graphitic Nanoplatelets
by Jun-Kyu Kang, Seo Jeong Yoon, Honghyun Park, Seung-Jae Lee, Jaehoon Baek, In-Yup Jeon and So-Jung Gwak
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2024, 25(22), 12414; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms252212414 - 19 Nov 2024
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Recent clinical outbreaks of infectious diseases caused by pathogenic microorganisms, such as viruses, bacteria, and fungi, along with the emergence of unwanted microorganisms in industrial settings, have significantly reduced efficiency. Graphene has recently attracted significant attention as a potential antimicrobial agent because of [...] Read more.
Recent clinical outbreaks of infectious diseases caused by pathogenic microorganisms, such as viruses, bacteria, and fungi, along with the emergence of unwanted microorganisms in industrial settings, have significantly reduced efficiency. Graphene has recently attracted significant attention as a potential antimicrobial agent because of its low toxicity, ease of production and functionalization, and high solubility in water. The presence of oxygen functional groups allows the interaction of the compound with bacteria and other biomolecules, making it an interesting candidate for antimicrobial therapy. Moreover, integrating graphene into copper coatings has been shown to enhance their antimicrobial properties. However, the implementation of copper–graphene composite coatings is currently limited by the difficulty of uniformly distributing graphene within the copper matrix. Copper (Cu)-doped graphitic nanoplatelets (CuGnPs), one option to overcome this challenge, are made via a mechanochemical reaction between solid graphite and Cu powder. The configuration of C–Cu bonds within CuGnPs can be identified using a range of analytical techniques, including transmission electron microscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry. To evaluate the antibacterial activity of the Cu-GnPs, we employed Escherichia coli or Staphylococcus aureus. Various amounts (250, 500, 750, and 1000 μg/mL) of prepared CuGnP samples were incubated in a bacterial suspension for 3 or 6 h at 150 rpm and 37 °C for a colony-forming unit assay. Three hours and six hours of treatment of the bacteria with CuGnPs led to a significant difference in bacterial survival compared with that of the control. It was observed that CuGnPs, with copper bound to graphene oxide, more effectively inhibited the proliferation of E. coli compared with nanoplatelets containing graphene oxide alone. These findings suggest that the unique properties of CuGnPs, such as C–Cu bonds, high surface area, and the coexistence of micropores and mesopores, are valuable for exerting strong antimicrobial effects making CuGnPs effective at preventing bacterial colonization on industrial surfaces. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Recent Research of Nanomaterials in Molecular Science)
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Preparation and Properties of Cyano-Functionalized Graphitic Nanoplatelets for High-Performance Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Resin
by Seo-Jeong Yoon, Se-Jung Lee, Jae-Hoon Baek, Tae-Hee Kim and In-Yup Jeon
Polymers 2024, 16(20), 2859; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym16202859 - 10 Oct 2024
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Cyano-functionalized graphitic nanoplatelets (CyGNs) are synthesized by means of a mechanochemical reaction between graphite and acrylonitrile. The resulting CyGNs exhibit excellent mechanical properties and are highly dispersible in various solvents (i.e., THF). Due to their chemical compatibility (specifically, cyano functional groups), the CyGNs [...] Read more.
Cyano-functionalized graphitic nanoplatelets (CyGNs) are synthesized by means of a mechanochemical reaction between graphite and acrylonitrile. The resulting CyGNs exhibit excellent mechanical properties and are highly dispersible in various solvents (i.e., THF). Due to their chemical compatibility (specifically, cyano functional groups), the CyGNs serve effectively as a reinforcing filler for acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) resin. Consequently, compared to pure ABS, CyGN&ABS-X demonstrates improved mechanical properties and better thermal stability. Notably, the CyGN&ABS-1 specimen exhibits significant enhancements in the tensile strength (26 ± 1 MPa), Young’s modulus (992 ± 71 MPa), and tensile toughness (22 ± 3 MPa), representing increases of approximately 130.6%, 19.2%, and 59.6%, respectively, over pure ABS. This underscores the ability of a mechanochemical reaction to directly modify the functional groups of graphitic nanoplatelets (GnPs) as fillers, facilitating their strong compatibility with a variety of polymers, including copolymers. Full article
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Review
Polymer-Assisted Graphite Exfoliation: Advancing Nanostructure Preparation and Multifunctional Composites
by Jaime Orellana, Esteban Araya-Hermosilla, Andrea Pucci and Rodrigo Araya-Hermosilla
Polymers 2024, 16(16), 2273; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym16162273 - 10 Aug 2024
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Exfoliated graphite (ExG) embedded in a polymeric matrix represents an accessible, cost-effective, and sustainable method for generating nanosized graphite-based polymer composites with multifunctional properties. This review article analyzes diverse methods currently used to exfoliate graphite into graphite nanoplatelets, few-layer graphene, and polymer-assisted graphene. [...] Read more.
Exfoliated graphite (ExG) embedded in a polymeric matrix represents an accessible, cost-effective, and sustainable method for generating nanosized graphite-based polymer composites with multifunctional properties. This review article analyzes diverse methods currently used to exfoliate graphite into graphite nanoplatelets, few-layer graphene, and polymer-assisted graphene. It also explores engineered methods for small-scale pilot production of polymer nanocomposites. It highlights the chemistry involved during the graphite intercalation and exfoliation process, particularly emphasizing the interfacial interactions related to steric repulsion forces, van der Waals forces, hydrogen bonds, π-π stacking, and covalent bonds. These interactions promote the dispersion and stabilization of the graphite derivative structures in polymeric matrices. Finally, it compares the enhanced properties of nanocomposites, such as increased thermal and electrical conductivity and electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding applications, with those of neat polymer materials. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Functional Graphene-Polymer Composites)
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Easy and Green Method to Fabricate Highly Thermally Conductive Poly(decamethylene terephthalamide)/Graphite Nanoplatelets Nanocomposite with Aligned Structure
by Pengyuan Xu, Tianhao Ai, Pingli Wang and Junhui Ji
Molecules 2024, 29(13), 3141; https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules29133141 - 2 Jul 2024
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With the development of miniaturization and integration of electrical and electronic equipment, the heat accumulation problems caused by the long-term operation of devices have become more and more serious. High thermal-conductivity and high-performance plastic composites have attracted significant interest from both academia and [...] Read more.
With the development of miniaturization and integration of electrical and electronic equipment, the heat accumulation problems caused by the long-term operation of devices have become more and more serious. High thermal-conductivity and high-performance plastic composites have attracted significant interest from both academia and industry. Numerous studies have been recently conducted to enhance the thermal conductivity (TC) of nanofiller-filled polymeric composites. However, the homogeneous dispersion and directional arrangement of nanofillers in the resin matrix are the key factors limiting their effectiveness in enhancing thermal conductivity. Based on the feasibility considerations of mass production and industrial application, this paper reports on a novel preparation method of Poly(decamethylene terephthalamide)/graphite nanoparticle (GNP) nanocomposites with high thermal conductivity. Without borrowing solvents or other reagents, this method can effectively strip the inexpensive scaled graphite into nanoscale for its uniform dispersion and orientation arrangement by relying only on mechanical external forces. The whole technology is simple, green, and easy to industrialize. The fillers were well-dispersed and aligned in the PA10T, which played a role in significantly enhancing the thermal conductivity of the PA10T. In addition, we found that the thermal conductivity of the composites reached 1.20 W/(m·K) at 10 wt% filler content, which was 330% higher than that of the pure matrix. The mechanical properties of the composites were also significantly improved. This work provides guidance for the easy fabrication of thermally conductive composites with aligned structures. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Macromolecular Chemistry)
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Composites of Titanium–Molybdenum Mixed Oxides and Non-Traditional Carbon Materials: Innovative Supports for Platinum Electrocatalysts for Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells
by Ilgar Ayyubov, Emília Tálas, Irina Borbáth, Zoltán Pászti, Cristina Silva, Ágnes Szegedi, Andrei Kuncser, M. Suha Yazici, István E. Sajó, Tamás Szabó and András Tompos
Nanomaterials 2024, 14(12), 1053; https://doi.org/10.3390/nano14121053 - 19 Jun 2024
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TiO2-based mixed oxide–carbon composite support for Pt electrocatalysts provides higher stability and CO tolerance under the working conditions of polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells compared to traditional carbon supports. Non-traditional carbon materials like graphene nanoplatelets and graphite oxide used as the [...] Read more.
TiO2-based mixed oxide–carbon composite support for Pt electrocatalysts provides higher stability and CO tolerance under the working conditions of polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells compared to traditional carbon supports. Non-traditional carbon materials like graphene nanoplatelets and graphite oxide used as the carbonaceous component of the composite can contribute to its affordability and/or functionality. Ti(1−x)MoxO2-C composites involving these carbon materials were prepared through a sol–gel route; the effect of the extension of the procedure through a solvothermal treatment step was assessed. Both supports and supported Pt catalysts were characterized by physicochemical methods. Electrochemical behavior of the catalysts in terms of stability, activity, and CO tolerance was studied. Solvothermal treatment decreased the fracture of graphite oxide plates and enhanced the formation of a reduced graphene oxide-like structure, resulting in an electrically more conductive and more stable catalyst. In parallel, solvothermal treatment enhanced the growth of mixed oxide crystallites, decreasing the chance of formation of Pt–oxide–carbon triple junctions, resulting in somewhat less CO tolerance. The electrocatalyst containing graphene nanoplatelets, along with good stability, has the highest activity in oxygen reduction reaction compared to the other composite-supported catalysts. Full article
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Segregated Conductive Polymer Composite with Fe3O4-Decorated Graphite Nanoparticles for Microwave Shielding
by Ludmila Yu. Matzui, Oleksii A. Syvolozhskyi, Ludmila L. Vovchenko, Olena S. Yakovenko, Tetyana A. Len, Olena V. Ischenko, Anna V. Vakaliuk, Victor V. Oliynyk, Volodymyr V. Zagorodnii, Antonina Naumenko, Maria Cojocari, Georgy Fedorov and Polina Kuzhir
Materials 2024, 17(12), 2808; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma17122808 - 8 Jun 2024
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Graphite nanoplatelets (GNPs)—the segregated ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE)-based composites with hybrid filler—decorated with Fe3O4 were developed. Using X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy, it was shown that the decorated component has the shape of separate granules, or their clusters [...] Read more.
Graphite nanoplatelets (GNPs)—the segregated ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE)-based composites with hybrid filler—decorated with Fe3O4 were developed. Using X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy, it was shown that the decorated component has the shape of separate granules, or their clusters were distributed evenly over the GNPs surface. The individual Fe3O4 nanoparticles are predominantly rounded, with diameters of approximately 20–60 nm. The use of GNPs/Fe3O4 as a filler leads to significant decreases in the percolation limit φc, 0.97 vol% vs. 0.56 vol% for GNPs/UHMWPE- and (GNPs/Fe3O4)/UHMWPE segregated composite material (SCM), respectively. Modification of the GNP surface with Fe3O4 leads to an essential improvement in the electromagnetic interference shielding due to enhanced microwave absorption in the 26–37 GHz frequency range in its turn by abundant surface functional groups and lattice defects of GNPs/Fe3O4 nanoparticles. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advances in Nanoscale and Low-Dimensional Functional Materials)
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Graphite Nanoplatelets Nanostructured Films as Multifunctional Protective Layer in Kevlar/Nomex Sandwich Composites
by Fabrizia Cilento, Barbara Palmieri, Giovangiuseppe Giusto, Ruggiero Volponi, Giovanni Bruno, Carmine Carandente Tartaglia, Cinzia Toscano, Michele Giordano and Alfonso Martone
Appl. Sci. 2023, 13(23), 12812; https://doi.org/10.3390/app132312812 - 29 Nov 2023
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In the aerospace sector, structural and non-structural composite components are usually subjected to a wide range of environmental conditions. Among all, moisture can seriously damage these materials’ performance, reducing their mechanical, thermal, electrical, and physical properties as well as their service time. Lightweight [...] Read more.
In the aerospace sector, structural and non-structural composite components are usually subjected to a wide range of environmental conditions. Among all, moisture can seriously damage these materials’ performance, reducing their mechanical, thermal, electrical, and physical properties as well as their service time. Lightweight protective barrier coatings capable of reducing the diffusion of gases and/or liquids in a material can improve the material’s resistance in humid environments. In this work, nanolamellar nanocomposites characterized by a high in-plane orientation of nanoplatelets have been employed as protective coatings for Kevlar sandwich panels, reproducing the construction of a nacelle engine. The effectiveness of the protection against water uptake of nanocomposites reinforced with graphite nanoplatelets (GNPs) at high filler contents (70, 80 and 90 wt%) has been investigated using moisture uptake and Ground-Air-Ground (GAG) tests in an environmental chamber. GNP coatings effectively work as barrier by generating highly tortuous paths for molecule diffusion. Results showed a dependence of the absorption on the coating composition and inner structure. Films @70 wt% GNPs showed the best protection against moisture uptake by delaying the phenomenon and reducing the absorption by −80% after 3 days and −35% after 41 days. Full article
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Micro-Finned Nanocomposite Films for Enhanced Transport Properties: Graphite Nanoplatelet-Filled Linear Low-Density Polyethylene
by Sagar V. Kanhere, Özgün Güzdemir and Amod A. Ogale
Polymers 2023, 15(22), 4411; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym15224411 - 15 Nov 2023
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Metals are being replaced with high-performance and lightweight polymers, but their low thermal conductivity and poor electrostatic dissipative properties are significant problems. For the protection of sensitive electronic circuitry in automotive and aerospace parts, some device housing materials must provide electrostatic discharge and [...] Read more.
Metals are being replaced with high-performance and lightweight polymers, but their low thermal conductivity and poor electrostatic dissipative properties are significant problems. For the protection of sensitive electronic circuitry in automotive and aerospace parts, some device housing materials must provide electrostatic discharge and dissipate heat generated at higher rates as electronic circuits are increasingly miniaturized. Micro-texturing on the film surface can greatly enhance the heat dissipation area and was investigated in this study using low-cost graphite nanoplatelet (GNP)-filled LLDPE films. Micro-finned films (30 vol% GNP) having a 51 ± 10% larger heat-dissipation area were successfully produced using a continuous extrusion process. The through-thickness thermal conductivity of 30 vol% GNP-filled LLDPE was measured at 1.3 W/m·K, which represents a 200% improvement over that of pure LLDPE. For a GNP content of 30 vol%, the surface and volume electrical conductivity of the composite films also increased by 8 orders of magnitude (resistivity down from ≈1015 to 107 Ω·cm) and electrostatic decay time reduced to a below-resolution limit of 0.01 s, at par with military standard requirements. Thus, micro-fin textured GNP-LLDPE offers a unique combination of electrical and thermal transport desired for the protection of electronic encapsulation materials. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
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Differentiating Cyclability and Kinetics of Na+ Ions in Surface-Functionalized and Nanostructured Graphite Using Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy
by Sonjoy Dey and Gurpreet Singh
Batteries 2023, 9(11), 534; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9110534 - 27 Oct 2023
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The revolution in lithium-ion battery (LIB) technology was partly due to the invention of graphite as a robust negative electrode material. However, equivalent negative electrode materials for complementary sodium ion battery (NIB) technologies are yet to be commercialized due to sluggish reaction kinetics, [...] Read more.
The revolution in lithium-ion battery (LIB) technology was partly due to the invention of graphite as a robust negative electrode material. However, equivalent negative electrode materials for complementary sodium ion battery (NIB) technologies are yet to be commercialized due to sluggish reaction kinetics, phase instability, and low energy density originating from the larger size of Na+-ion. Therefore, in search of the next-generation electrode materials for NIBs, we first analyze the failure of graphite during reversible Na+ ion storage. Building upon that, we suggest surface-functionalized and nanostructured forms of analogous carbon allotropes for enhancing Na+ ion storage. During long-term rigorous cycling conditions, Graphene Oxide (GO) and Graphene nanoplatelets (GNP) exhibit higher Na+ ion storage (157 mAh g−1 and 50 mAh g−1 after 60 cycles, respectively) compared to graphite (27 mAh g−1). Optimizing alternative NIBs requires a comprehensive analysis of cycling behavior and kinetic information. Therefore, in this investigation, we further examine ex-situ electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) at progressive cycles and correlate capacity degradation with impedance arising from the electrolyte, solid electrolyte interphase formation, and charge transfer. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Battery Modelling, Simulation, Management and Application)
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The Effect of Different Configurations of Copper Structures on the Melting Flow in a Latent Heat Thermal Energy Semi-Cylindrical Unit
by Mohamed Boujelbene, Amira M. Hussin, Seyed Abdollah Mansouri Mehryan and Mohsen Sharifpur
Mathematics 2023, 11(20), 4279; https://doi.org/10.3390/math11204279 - 13 Oct 2023
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Utilizing latent heat thermal energy storage (LHTES) units shows promise as a potential solution for bridging the gap between energy supply and demand. While an LHTES unit benefits from the latent heat of the high-capacity phase change material (PCM) and experiences only minor [...] Read more.
Utilizing latent heat thermal energy storage (LHTES) units shows promise as a potential solution for bridging the gap between energy supply and demand. While an LHTES unit benefits from the latent heat of the high-capacity phase change material (PCM) and experiences only minor temperature variations, the low thermal conductivity of PCMs hinders the rapid adoption of LHTES units by the market. In this regard, the current work aims to investigate the thermal behavior of a semi-cylindrical LHTES unit with various copper fin configurations (including horizontal, inclined, and vertical fins) on the melting flow. The novelty of this research lies in the fact that no prior studies have delved into the impact of various fin structures on the thermal performance of a semi-cylindrical LHTES system. The nano-enhanced phase change material (NePCM) fills the void within the unit. The warm water enters the semicircular channel and transfers a portion of its thermal energy to the solid NePCM through the copper separators. It is found that the system experiences the highest charging capability when the fins are mounted horizontally and close to the adiabatic upper wall. Moreover, the presence of dispersed graphite nanoplatelets (GNPs) inside the pure PCM increases the charging power and temperature of the LHTES unit. Full article
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