Joshi M.
Indian Institute of Technology, IN
Keywords: functional fibers, nanoclays, nanocomposite fibers, POSS
The paper illustrates our development in the area of producing fibers from polymer nanocomposites both through melt and solution intercalation route. The polymers studied are Polypropylene, Polyethylene Polyurethane and Nylon. The naofillers used range from nanoclays, POSS etc. The fibers show enhanced mechanical properties such as strength and modulus, thermal stability, fire retardance and improved dyeability at very low loadings of nanofillers. The challenge lies in uniform dispersion at nanolevel and right spinning and post spinng operations to get desired properties.
Journal: TechConnect Briefs
Volume: 1, Nanotechnology 2010: Advanced Materials, CNTs, Particles, Films and Composites
Published: June 21, 2010
Pages: 866 - 868
Industry sectors: Advanced Materials & Manufacturing | Personal & Home Care, Food & Agriculture
Topics: Advanced Materials for Engineering Applications, Personal & Home Care, Food & Agriculture
ISBN: 978-1-4398-3401-5