Silane-functionalized graphene nanoplatelets for silicone rubber nanocomposites

Reprocessing of PLA/Graphene Nanoplatelets Nanocomposites

This work reports a study on the effect of multiple reprocessing on the properties of poly(lactic acid) (PLA) filled with graphene nanoplatelets (GnP) compared to the melt reprocessed neat polymeric matrix. In particular, morphological, X-Ray Diffraction and Micro-Raman analyses, intrinsic viscosity measurements, thermal, rheological and mechanical tests were carried out on materials reprocesse...

Functionalized Graphene Nanocomposites

Effect of Functionalization of Graphene Nanoplatelets on the Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Silicone Rubber Composites

This study investigated the effect of silane and surfactant treatments of graphene nanoplatelets (GnPs) on the mechanical and thermal properties of silicone rubber (SR) composites. GnPs were modified with aminopropyltriethoxysilane (APTES), vinyltrimethoxysilane (VTMS), and Triton X-100, and then the pristine GnPs and functionalized GnPs were individually incorporated into the SR. Compared with...

Functionalized graphene sheets for polymer nanocomposites.

Polymer-based composites were heralded in the 1960s as a new paradigm for materials. By dispersing strong, highly stiff fibres in a polymer matrix, high-performance lightweight composites could be developed and tailored to individual applications. Today we stand at a similar threshold in the realm of polymer nanocomposites with the promise of strong, durable, multifunctional materials with low ...

Functionalized graphene nanoplatelets from ball milling for energy applications

Having a large surface area, high mechanical strength, excellent electrical and thermal properties, graphene is attractive for a wide range of potential applications, including energy conversion and storage. To realize commercial reality of graphene-based energy devices, it is highly desirable to produce high-quality graphene at a low cost and large scale. In this review, we will give an overvi...