Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Shijie Zhang, Zirui Jia, Bo Cheng, Zhiwei Zhao, Feng Lu, Guanglei Wu
Summary: This article provides a detailed summary of the latest progress and understanding of perovskite oxide-based electromagnetic wave (EMW) absorbers. It discusses the fabrication methods, EMW absorption properties, and attenuation mechanisms of selected representative advances. The relationship between metal ion doping and perovskite oxide-based composites and their EMW absorption mechanism is also highlighted. The article concludes with an outlook on the challenges and future trends of perovskite oxide-based absorbers.
ADVANCED COMPOSITES AND HYBRID MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Junling Wang, Haobo Zhou, Zhirong Wang, Wei Bai, Yanfang Cao, Yanan Wei
Summary: A hierarchical structure (MLBCN) based on LDH anchored boron-doped g-C3N4 assembled with MnO2 nanosheets was constructed as a flame retardant additive for epoxy resin. The incorporation of 1.0 wt% MLBCN led to significant decreases in heat release rate and smoke production, along with inhibited emissions of toxic gases. Additionally, MLBCN enhanced the mechanical performance of EP. Overall, using MLBCN achieved simultaneous enhancements in fire safety and mechanical capability of the polymer.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Deshuo Kong, Zeinhom M. El-Bahy, Hassan Algadi, Tuo Li, Salah M. El-Bahy, Mohamed A. Nassan, Jiongru Li, Abeer A. Faheim, Ang Li, Cuixia Xu, Mina Huang, Dapeng Cui, Huige Wei
Summary: This paper presents a high-performance strain sensor fabricated from MXene-composited polyvinyl alcohol/sodium carboxymethyl-cellulose (PVA/CMC) double network (DN) hydrogel. The sensor exhibits promising mechanical strength, high sensitivity, and wide operation window due to the reinforcement of tannic acid and the conductive properties of MXene. It also demonstrates accurate response to different types of human motions, showing its potential for stretchable electronic sensors.
ADVANCED COMPOSITES AND HYBRID MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Liuyue Pu, Jiaoxia Zhang, Nguetsa Kuate Loic Jiresse, Yifeng Gao, Haijun Zhou, Nithesh Naik, Peng Gao, Zhanhu Guo
Summary: A new type of N-doped MXene nanomaterial was prepared from non-toxic biological chitosan and MXene as a potential electrode for supercapacitors, showing high specific capacitance and excellent stability after 10,000 charge and discharge cycles. This was attributed to the lone pair of electrons of the N atom and increased interlayer distance in the N-doped MXene.
ADVANCED COMPOSITES AND HYBRID MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xinyi Jing, Yingchun Li, Jiahua Zhu, Lei Chang, Srihari Maganti, Nithesh Naik, Ben Bin Xu, Vignesh Murugadoss, Mina Huang, Zhanhu Guo
Summary: In this study, a co-continuous composite structure was formed by controlling the percentage of polyethylene and polypropylene blend and incorporating hexagonal boron nitride. The thermal conductivity of the composites was significantly improved by wrapping h-BN with thermoplastic elastomer and achieving localized distribution at the interface.
ADVANCED COMPOSITES AND HYBRID MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Xu Xue, Han Liu, Sicheng Wang, Yan Hu, Biaotong Huang, Mengmeng Li, Jie Gao, Xiuhui Wang, Jiacan Su
Summary: This study presents a new type of nanoparticle for treating osteoarthritis, which achieves targeted delivery and anti-inflammatory treatment through cell membrane modification and photothermal responsive drug release. It exhibits significant therapeutic efficacy for osteoarthritis in vivo.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Mechanics
Hui Chen Luo, Xin Ren, Yi Zhang, Xiang Yu Zhang, Xue Gang Zhang, Chen Luo, Xian Cheng, Yi Min Xie
Summary: Filling slow recovery foam into re-entrant honeycombs can prevent lateral buckling, increase stiffness and energy absorption capacity, showing promising potential in protective engineering.
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Jinzhe Li, Zhengkang Xu, Tian Li, Dandan Zhi, Yao Chen, Quanhong Lu, Jingjing Wang, Qian Liu, Fanbin Meng
Summary: The rapid development of high performance detection technology promotes the innovation of stealth technology moving towards the direction of multi-band compatibility. The ATO/rGO aerogel, synthesized by self-assembly, demonstrates excellent microwave-infrared stealth compatibility.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Huayu Liu, Ting Xu, Qidi Liang, Qingshuang Zhao, Dawei Zhao, Chuanling Si
Summary: In this study, a nanocellulose-based carbon aerogel with excellent compressibility and elasticity was proposed for high-performance flexible supercapacitors. By using cellulose nanofibrils and reduced graphene oxide, the assembled supercapacitors exhibited good cycle stability and excellent electrochemical properties.
ADVANCED COMPOSITES AND HYBRID MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Ping Wang, Tao Song, Hala M. Abo-Dief, Jie Song, Abdullah K. Alanazi, Bingyu Fan, Mina Huang, Zhiping Lin, Amal A. Altalhi, Shang Gao, Liyuan Yang, Jin Liu, Shaojie Feng, Tian Cao
Summary: In this study, the PLA/EVA-g-GMA/EVA/CNTs composites were prepared by melt-blended method, and the effects of CNTs on the interfacial morphological evolution and dielectric properties of the composites were investigated. The results showed that the introduction of CNTs slightly decreased the mechanical properties of the materials, but significantly improved the dielectric properties and thermal stability of the composites.
ADVANCED COMPOSITES AND HYBRID MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Tao Shi, Zhiheng Zheng, Huan Liu, Dezhen Wu, Xiaodong Wang
Summary: This study successfully prepared a novel type of flexible and foldable composite films based on PI/PR hybrid aerogel and PCM, showing excellent mechanical properties and thermal regulation capability for infrared stealth and thermal camouflage applications.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
William Nguegang Nkeuwa, Jialin Zhang, Kate E. Semple, Meiling Chen, Yeling Xia, Chunping Dai
Summary: This paper provides a critical review of bamboo composite bonding, highlighting the challenges in bonding bamboo with wood adhesives. It emphasizes the importance of optimizing bamboo element preparation, treatment, and adhesive modification for more efficient material utilization and processes. The paper also discusses the need for developing bond qualification standards tailored to stronger bamboo tissues, as well as the potential use of isocyanate-based resins for bamboo strand composites.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Dengji Xu, Guanwudi Huang, Li Guo, Yanjun Chen, Chao Ding, Changcheng Liu
Summary: Polyethylene (PE) is a major component of waste plastics with slow natural degradation. Incineration and thermolysis are effective methods for plastic waste treatment. The addition of catalysts like MCM-41 can control burning efficiency and reduce fire risks. HZSM-5 is the most effective catalyst for the conversion of PE to aromatic hydrocarbons.
ADVANCED COMPOSITES AND HYBRID MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Yuming Xie, Xiangchen Meng, Yuexin Chang, Dongxin Mao, Yuchen Yang, Yanli Xu, Long Wan, Yongxian Huang
Summary: 1.5 wt% graphene nanoplatelet-reinforced aluminum matrix composites were prepared using deformation-driven metallurgy to enhance the strength-ductility efficiency. The study focused on the strengthening-toughening behaviors related to the dispersion of graphene nanoplatelets, interfacial bonding, and grain refinement. Severe plastic deformation and dynamic recrystallization resulted in the uniform dispersion of graphene nanoplatelets and ultra-fine microstructures. The composites showed high-efficiency interfacial bonding and achieved self-compensating spatial continuity through the automatic flow of Al2O3 nanodots.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ling-Yu Xu, Bo-Tao Huang, Victor C. Li, Jian-Guo Dai
Summary: The geopolymer fine aggregates enhance the tensile ductility and crack width of high-strength ECC, reacting and bonding strongly with the cementitious matrix to create saturated multiple cracking and excellent tensile ductility. This study opens up a new avenue for the development of high-performance fiber-reinforced cementitious composites based on artificial geopolymer aggregates.
CEMENT & CONCRETE COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Qiang Chen, Qingsen Gao, Xin Wang, Dirk W. Schubert, Xianhu Liu
Summary: This study presents a pressure sensor based on TPU/PDA/MXene conductive composite foam, which exhibits excellent flexibility, fast response times, and durability. The sensor shows excellent recognition ability for different compressive strain amplitudes and stress ranges, and has potential applications in voice recognition, health monitoring, motion monitoring, and artificial electronic skin.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Review
Materials Science, Composites
J. Jefferson Andrew, H. N. Dhakal
Summary: This article presents a critical review of recent research on various aspects of biocomposites, including extraction, chemical composition, physical and mechanical properties, and advances in enhancing properties. The manufacturing techniques and developments, characterization techniques, environmental effects, major applications, and trends and challenges of biocomposites are also discussed.
COMPOSITES PART C: OPEN ACCESS
(2022)
Review
Mechanics
Sergio Lucarini, Mokarram Hossain, Daniel Garcia-Gonzalez
Summary: Hard-magnetic soft composites, composed of magneto-active polymers and hard-magnetic particles, have seen significant advancements in recent years. The ability to control ferromagnetic patterns during manufacturing process has opened up new opportunities for designing smart components in biomedical engineering and soft robotics fields.
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2022)
Article
Mechanics
Xue Gang Zhang, Xin Ren, Wei Jiang, Xiang Yu Zhang, Chen Luo, Yi Zhang, Yi Min Xie
Summary: This paper investigates a new method to enhance the mechanical properties of auxetic composites by designing joints of frames. Through experiments and numerical analysis, optimizing the design of joints can improve energy absorption capacity and auxetic behavior.
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yanliang Zhao, Fei Liu, Kaijin Zhu, Srihari Maganti, Zhanyong Zhao, Peikang Bai
Summary: The preparation of electrodes with high areal and volumetric capacitance is crucial for the practical use of supercapacitors. In this study, researchers used additive manufacturing technology to prepare electrodes with a special conductive cross-linking structure. These electrodes exhibited excellent capacitance performance and retention.
ADVANCED COMPOSITES AND HYBRID MATERIALS
(2022)
