Polymers and Two-Dimensional Nanocomposites

Book excerpt: Polymers and Two-Dimensional Nanocomposites provides a detailed review of recent progress in this important research field. The chapters cover new developments in synthesis methods, fabrication techniques, sample preparation methods, surface modification, characterization, methods of enhancing the properties of these materials and industrial applications in energy, environmental, oil and gas, sensors, corrosion, biomedical and structural applications. The book provides a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers working in the fields of polymer science and engineering, polymer composites and nanocomposites. - Covers recent developments in synthesis, characterization, properties and applications - Discusses new fabrication techniques and how to select the right processing conditions - Systematic presentation of theoretical and experimental investigation of properties for various industrial applications - Attention is given to current challenges and future improvements