Introduction to nanomaterials and polymer nanocomposite processing

Vincent Ojijo, Suprakas Sinha Ray

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Abstract

Polymer nanocomposites are a relatively new class of material containing components with at least one dimension less than 100 nm. This chapter provides an introduction to these polymer nanocomposites and their relationship to microcomposites. The overall “nano-effect” in these advanced composites is briefly discussed. Research and development trends in the field of nanotechnology (including nanocomposites) are also presented. Finally, the chapter discusses current views on pertinent issues related to nanotechnology, including the environment, safety, health, and ethics.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSpringer Series in Materials Science
PublisherSpringer Verlag
Pages1-14
Number of pages14
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2018

Publication series

NameSpringer Series in Materials Science
Volume277
ISSN (Print)0933-033X

Keywords

  • Microcomposites
  • Nano-effect
  • Nanotechnology
  • Polymer nanocomposites
  • Safety

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Materials Science

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