Polymer Nanocomposites Containing Graphene

Preparation, Properties, and Applications

1st Edition - August 22, 2021
Editors: Mostafizur Rahaman, Lalatendu Nayak, Ibnelwaleed A. Hussein, Narayan Chandra Das
Language: English
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Polymer Nanocomposites Containing Graphene: Preparation, Properties and Applications provides detailed up-to-date information on the characterization, synthesis, processing, properties and application of these materials. Key topics that are covered in the book include: the methods of synthesis and preparation of graphene as well as different processes and methods of functionalization and modification of graphene for improving composite properties. The preparation techniques focus on which method is advantageous for getting improvements in properties along with their drawbacks. The structure and property relationships are also discussed in detail. The issues related to graphene dispersion in polymer matrices is also addressed as well as the use of graphene as reinforcement in thermoset resins. The different properties of the composites like mechanical, electrical, dielectric, thermal, rheological, morphology, spectroscopy, electronic, optical, and toxicity are reviewed from the geometrical and functional point of view. Applications cover electrical and electronic fields, flame and fire retardancy, structural, sensing and catalysis, membrane, in fuel cell and solar energy, hydrogen production, aerospace engineering, packaging, and biomedical/bioengineering fields. Up-to-date patents on graphene-polymer nanocomposites are also covered. Those working in graphene-based materials will benefit from the detailed knowledge presented in this book on graphene synthesis, composite preparation methods, and the related problems associated with them. The book will enable researchers to select the appropriate composite as per their respective field of application.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
List of contributors
Preface
1. Synthesis/preparation and surface modification/functionalization of graphene, and concept of nanocomposites
Abstract
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Scope, challenges, and scale of graphene market
1.3 Synthesis of graphene
1.4 Surface functionalization of graphene
1.5 Graphene-based nanocomposites
1.6 Conclusions
References
2. Preparation/processing of polymer-graphene composites by different techniques
Abstract
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Preparation techniques of polymer graphene nanocomposites
2.3 Physical mixing methods
2.4 Covalent mixing method
2.5 Summary and future perspective
References
3. Mechanical properties of polymer/graphene composites
Abstract
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Tensile properties of polymer/graphene composites
3.3 Compressive properties
3.4 Dynamic mechanical properties
3.5 Flexural properties of polymer/graphene composites
3.6 Conclusions
3.7 Future outlook
Acknowledgment
References
4. Electrical conductivity of polymer-graphene composites
Abstract
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Electrical conductivity of different graphenes
4.3 Electrical percolation theory
4.4 Electrical conductivity of polymer/graphene composites
4.5 Factors affecting electrical conductivity
4.6 Applications
4.7 Conclusions
References
5. Dielectric properties of polymer-graphene composites
Abstract
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Graphene and its application in polymer composites
5.3 Factors affecting the dielectric properties of polymer–graphene composites
5.4 Summary and conclusion
References
6. Thermal properties of polymer-graphene composites
Abstract
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Thermal properties of unmodified graphene-based composite with single polymer
6.3 Thermal properties of modified graphene-based composite with single polymer
6.4 Thermal properties of graphene-based composites with polymer blend
6.5 Thermal properties of graphene-containing mixed filler-based polymer composite
6.6 Conclusion
References
7. Rheological properties of polymer-graphene composites
Abstract
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Rheological properties of graphene polymer nanocomposites
7.3 Factors affecting rheological properties of graphene polymer nanocomposites
7.4 Effect of characteristic of graphenes and modified graphenes on rheology
7.5 Different models to analyze graphene polymer interaction
7.6 Conclusion
References
8. Electromagnetic interference shielding property of polymer-graphene composites
Abstract
8.1 Introduction to electromagnetic radiation
8.2 Effects of electromagnetic radiation on the human body
8.3 Electromagnetic interference shielding property
8.4 Polymer composites/nanocomposites
8.5 Graphene-based polymer nanocomposites
8.6 Applications focused on electromagnetic interference shielding
8.7 Current status, challenges, and patents
8.8 Future perspectives
8.9 Conclusions
Acknowledgment
References
9. Thermal conductivity of graphene-polymer composites
Abstract
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Definition of thermal conductivity and mechanism of thermal conduction
9.3 Measurement of thermal conductivity of composites
9.4 Theoretical models of thermal conductivity of nanocomposites
9.5 Factors affecting the thermal conduction behavior of graphene and its polymer composites
9.6 Recent advances in thermal conductivity of graphene-polymer nanocomposites
9.7 Conclusions and future outlooks
Acknowledgments
References
10. Dispersion of graphene in polymer matrices
Abstract
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Polymer-graphene composite prepared via melt intercalation
10.3 Polymer-graphene prepared composite via solution mixing
10.4 Polymer-graphene composite prepared via in situ intercalative polymerization
10.5 Polymer-graphene composite prepared via miscellaneous methods
10.6 Conclusions
References
11. Structure-property relationship in polymer-graphene composites
Abstract
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Effect of graphene structure on polymer composite properties
11.3 Mechanical properties of polymer/graphene composites
11.4 Electrical properties of polymer-graphene composites
11.5 Thermal conductivity of polymer/graphene composites
11.6 Gas barrier properties of polymer/graphene composites
11.7 Electrical properties of polymer/graphene
11.8 Conclusion
References
12. Graphene as a reinforcement in thermoset resins
Abstract
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Basic concepts
12.3 Polymeric resins
12.4 Resin/graphene nanocomposites
12.5 Graphene elastomer nanocomposites
12.6 Miscellaneous: different thermosetting polymer/graphene nanocomposites
12.7 Conclusion and outlook
References
13. Electrical and electronic applications of polymer-graphene composites
Abstract
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Synthesis of graphene
13.3 Applications of polymer-graphene composites in electrical and electronic fields
13.4 Conclusion
References
14. Structural/load bearing characteristics of polymer-graphene composites
Abstract
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Synthesis of graphene
14.3 Dispersion of graphene in polymer matrix
14.4 Glass fiber reinforced polymer graphene composites
14.5 Glass fiber reinforced thermoplastics/graphene composites
14.6 Carbon fiber reinforced epoxy/graphene composites
14.7 Conclusions
References
15. Polymer-graphene composites as sensing materials
Abstract
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Classification of sensors
15.3 Mechanical strain-based sensors
15.4 Chemical sensors
15.5 Thermal sensors
15.6 Miscellaneous sensors
15.7 Conclusion
References
16. The use of polymer-graphene composites in fuel cell and solar energy
Abstract
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Graphene
16.3 Polymer/graphene nanocomposites
16.4 Applications of polymer/graphene nanocomposites in fuel cells
16.5 Applications of polymer/graphene nanocomposites in solar energy
16.6 Key challenges
References
17. Biomedical application of polymer-graphene composites
Abstract
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Polymer composites/nanocomposite
17.3 Graphene-based polymer nanocomposites
17.4 Application of graphene based polymer composites in biomedical field
17.5 Present hindrance to effective implementation of graphene based polymer composites
17.6 Conclusion and future perspective
Declaration
Acknowledgment
References
18. The use of polymer-graphene composites in catalysis
Abstract
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Photocatalytic activity
18.3 Electrocatalytic activity
18.4 Catalytic activity in the hydrogenation reaction
18.5 Catalytic activity in Li-air battery
18.6 Conclusions and future scope
Acknowledgments
References
19. The use of polymer-graphene composites as membrane
Abstract
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Filtration
19.3 Gas separation
19.4 Dialysis/electrodialysis
19.5 Energy storage devices
19.6 Conclusions
References
20. Polymer-graphene composites as anticorrosive materials
Abstract
20.1 Introduction
20.2 Anticorrosive coating
20.3 Graphene: a novel material for metal corrosion protection
20.4 Graphene corrosion protective films
20.5 Polymer-graphene anticorrosive coatings
20.6 Applications of different polymer-graphene composites in metal corrosion protection
20.7 Summary and conclusions
References
21. Patents on graphene-based polymer composites and their applications
Abstract
21.1 Introduction
21.2 Polymer/graphene nanocomposites
21.3 Electrically/thermally conducting graphene nanocomposites
21.4 Graphene nanocomposites for barrier applications
21.5 Graphene-polymer nanocomposites as strain sensors
21.6 Membranes for water treatment/desalination
21.7 Conclusions
References
22. Polymer-graphene composite in hydrogen production
Abstract
22.1 Introduction
22.2 Polymer-graphene composite for the PCt hydrogen evolution
22.3 Polymer-graphene composite for the electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution
22.4 Summary and future perspectives
References
23. Polymer-graphene composite in aerospace engineering
Abstract
23.1 Introduction
23.2 Polymers used in aerospace engineering
23.3 Nanofillers for aerospace material
23.4 Why are graphene and its derivatives suitable for aerospace applications?
23.5 Polymer nanocomposite in aerospace applications
23.6 Conclusion
References
24. Packaging applications of polymer-graphene composites
Abstract
24.1 Introduction
24.2 Conclusion
References
25. Polymer-graphene composites as flame and fire retardant materials
Abstract
25.1 Introduction
25.2 Polymer graphene composites as fire and flame retardants
25.3 Conclusion
References
Index

Mostafizur Rahaman

Dr. Mostafizur Rahaman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He obtained his M. Sc. (Chemistry) from T. M. Bhagalpur University, India and Ph. D. (Chemical/Polymer Chemistry) from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India. He completed his M. Tech. in Plastics Engineering at the Central Institute of Plastics Engineering and Technology (CIPET), Bhubaneswar, Orissa, India. He has published 60 papers and 5 communicated manuscripts in international journals and 15 research articles in international conference proceedings. He has also published 1 patent and 2 books. Dr. Rahaman has 9 years of teaching and 10 years of research experience. He has completed six research projects and attended/presented at various international conferences/seminars. He has been an active reviewer for various international journals and member of journal advisory boards.

Affiliations and expertise

Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Lalatendu Nayak

Dr. Lalatendu Nayak is a Principal Scientist at Phillips Carbon Black’s Global Research and Development Centre, Palej, Gujarat, India. He completed his PhD (Polymer) from Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Bengal, India, M Tech (Polymer) from Central Institute of Plastics Engineering and Technology, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, and M.Sc. (Organic Chemistry) from Fakir Mohon University, Odisha, India. He has published more than 20 research articles in different international journal and published two book chapters. He is an active reviewer in different international journals. He has more than 10 years research experience in the field of conductive polymer composites and nanocomposites, synthesis and surface treatment of nanomaterials

Affiliations and expertise

Principal Scientist, Phillips Carbon Black’s Global Research and Development Centre, Palej, Gujarat, India

Ibnelwaleed A. Hussein

Dr. Hussein is a Research Professor at the Gas Processing Center, Qatar University. He was a former Professor of Chemical Engineering and a former Assistant Director of the Center of Research Excellence in Petroleum Refining and Petrochemicals at KFUPM, Saudi Arabia. Dr. Hussein obtained his PhD from the Chemical and Materials Engineering Department at University of Alberta, Canada in 1999. His PhD Thesis won the Canadian Society of Rheology Graduate Student Award for the year 1999. His specialization is in the areas of Polymers and Rheology. Dr. Hussein is actively involved in research in the area of polymers with about 25 granted US patents and more than 200 refereed journal articles and conference publications. He is a member of the Executive Board of the Polymer Processing Society.

Affiliations and expertise

Research Professor, Gas Processing Center, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar

Narayan Chandra Das

Professor Narayan Chandra Das has been working on polymer and nanomaterials since 2001. He has more than 15 years’ experience in polymer nanocomposites and nanomaterials. Professor Narayan Ch. Das is currently Professor of Rubber Technology Centre in Indian Institute of Technology. He received his B. Sc. degree (1992) in Chemistry (honors) from Bagnan College, University of Calcutta and B. Tech. Degree (1996) in Polymer Science and Technology from Calcutta University. Subsequently, he completed his M. Tech. degree (1998) in Rubber Technology and Ph. D (2002) in polymer field from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India. He carried out his post-doctoral research at Hiroshima University, Japan and Michigan Technological University, USA. His research focuses on nanotechnology innovations for future energy, electronics, food packaging, different rubber products including tire, cable etc. His interdisciplinary research program integrates nanomaterials synthesis including carbon nanotubes, nanowires, nanoparticles, grapheme, carbon dots, hydrogel etc., characterization, processing and applications.

Affiliations and expertise

Rubber Technology Centre, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, India