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Dispersion, interfacial interaction and re-agglomeration of functionalized carbon nanotubes in epoxy composites
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In this paper, the surface, interfacial and dispersion properties of carbon nanotubes (CNTs), and the mechanical properties of the CNT/epoxy composites affected by CNT functionalization are investigated.About:
This article is published in Carbon.The article was published on 2010-05-01. It has received 512 citations till now. The article focuses on the topics: Carbon nanotube & Epoxy.read more
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Dispersion and functionalization of carbon nanotubes for polymer-based nanocomposites: a review
TL;DR: In this paper, a review of the current understanding of carbon nanotubes and CNT/polymer nanocomposites with two particular topics: (i) the principles and techniques for CNT dispersion and functionalization and (ii) the effects of CNT-based functionalization on the properties of polymers.
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The effect of graphene dispersion on the mechanical properties of graphene/epoxy composites
Long-Cheng Tang,Yanjun Jean Wan,Dong Yan,Yong Bing Pei,Li Zhao,Yi Bao Li,Lian Bin Wu,Jian Xiong Jiang,Guo Qiao Lai +8 more
TL;DR: In this paper, the effect of dispersion state of graphene on mechanical properties of graphene/epoxy composites was investigated, and it was found that the composites with highly dispersed RGO showed higher glass transition temperature (T g ) and strength than those with poorly-dispersed RGO.
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Grafting of epoxy chains onto graphene oxide for epoxy composites with improved mechanical and thermal properties
Yan Jun Wan,Long-Cheng Tang,Li Xiu Gong,Dong Yan,Yi Bao Li,Lian Bin Wu,Jian Xiong Jiang,Guo Qiao Lai +7 more
TL;DR: In this paper, the surface functionalization of DGEBA layer was found to effectively improve the compatibility and dispersion of GO sheets in epoxy matrix, and increased glass transition temperature and thermal stability was also observed in the dynamic mechanical properties and thermo-gravimetric analysis.
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Surface modifications for the effective dispersion of carbon nanotubes in solvents and polymers
Sangwon Kim,Taehoon Kim,Yern Seung Kim,Hongsoo Choi,Hyeong Jun Lim,Seung Jae Yang,Chong Rae Park +6 more
TL;DR: In this paper, a review of the state of the art in surface modifications and the resultant dispersibility of CNTs is provided, with particular emphasis on the quantitative characterization of surface modification and dispersions.
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Static and free vibration analyses of carbon nanotube-reinforced composite plates using finite element method with first order shear deformation plate theory
TL;DR: In this paper, the bending and free vibration analyses of thin-to-moderately thick composite plates reinforced by single-walled carbon nanotubes using the finite element method based on the first order shear deformation plate theory are presented.
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Advances in the science and technology of carbon nanotubes and their composites: a review
TL;DR: A review of recent advances in carbon nanotubes and their composites can be found in this article, where the authors examine the research work reported in the literature on the structure and processing of carbon Nanotubes.
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Epoxy Resins: Chemistry and Technology
TL;DR: The thoroughly rewritten and enlarged Second Edition as mentioned in this paper provides hands-on assistance in the use, formulation, synthesis, processing, and handling of epoxy resins. But it does not discuss toxicity, hazards, and safe handling.
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Amino-Functionalized Carbon Nanotubes for Binding to Polymers and Biological Systems
TL;DR: In this article, single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) were functionalized with amino groups via chemical modification of carboxyl groups introduced on the carbon nanotide surface.
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Correlations between Percolation Threshold, Dispersion State, and Aspect Ratio of Carbon Nanotubes
TL;DR: In this article, the percolation threshold of carbon nanotube (CNT)-reinforced polymer nanocomposites is investigated based on an interparticle distance concept.
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Advances toward bioapplications of carbon nanotubes
Yi Lin,Shelby Taylor,Huaping Li,K. A. Shiral Fernando,Liangwei Qu,Wei Wang,Lingrong Gu,Bing Zhou,Ya-Ping Sun +8 more
TL;DR: In this article, the current status of available methodologies for the aqueous dispersion and solubilization of carbon nanotubes, discuss the results on modifications of carbon-nanotubes with various biological and bioactive species, and highlight some of the recent achievements in the fabrication and evaluation of carbonnanotube-based bioanalytical devices.