Polymer-Plastics Technology and Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
63(1), P. 1 - 22
Published: Oct. 15, 2023
ABSTRACTAs
a
result
of
nanotechnological
evolution,
nanomaterials
(NMs)
have
become
pivotal
to
novel
developments
in
all
facets
human
endeavors.
As
their
enchanting
physically
and
chemically
affiliated
features,
these
NMs
garnered
great
attention
the
industrial
academic
segments
include
single
elemental
mono-layered
crystals,
referred
as
Xenes
(graphene,
borophene,
phosphorene
silicene),
modified
single-elemental
layered
crystal
derivatives
MXenes
(M-X)
(Ti2CO2,
Ti3C2Tx,
Ti3C2),
Xanes
(graphene
borophane),
transitional
metallic
halides
(CrI3),
semiconducting
insulating
entities
groups
III−V
(boron
nitride),
dichalcogenides
(TaSe2
MoS2),
organically−inorganically
hybridized
perovskites
(Pb(C4H9NH3)2I4),
well
post-transitional
chalcogenides
(GaS
GaSe).
(M-X),
amongst
attracted
remarkable
interests
because
prolific
features
effective
functionalization
polymeric
matrices
for
enhanced
flame
retardancy,
thermal,
electromagnetic
interference
shielding
(EMI
SE),
mechanical
electrochemical
features.
Therefore,
this
elucidation
explores
newly
emerging
construction,
characterization,
especially
EMI
SE,
multifarious
uses
M-X@polymeric
nanoarchitectures.KEYWORDS:
ElectrochemicalelectromagneticMxenepolymeric
nanoarchitecturespolymeric
Highlights
Effective
SE
M-X/polymeric
nanoarchitecturesTi3C2Tx
M-X/Carbon
fiber
fabric/Thermoplastic
polyurethane
nanoarchitectures
efficient
applicationsMXene/cellulose
nanofiber
SEM-X/Aramid
Fiber
Electromagnetic
Interference
Shielding
PapersMXene-based
composite
films
SEAcknowledgmentsThe
author
acknowledges
Nnamdi
Azikiwe
University,
Awka,
Anambra
State,
Nigeria.Authors'
contributionsThis
paper
was
conceptualized
completely
written
by
Engr.
Dr.
Christopher
Igwe
Idumah.Disclosure
statementNo
potential
conflict
interest
reported
author(s).Additional
informationFundingNo
funding
is
reported.Notes
on
contributorsChristopher
IdumahEngr.
Idumah
obtained
his
Ph.D.in
Polymer
Engineering,
Distinction
(Universiti
Teknologi
Malaysia),
M.Eng
(The
Manchester
England,
UK),
B.Eng.
(FUTO,
Nigeria).
He
trained
Robert
Gordon
Aberdeen
SPDC
Nigeria
(SITP1).
presently
Lecturer
with
has
been
ranked
world
Top
2%
Scientists
(2020-2022)
Stanford
USA.Felicitas
U
IwuchukwuFelicitas
U.
Iwuchukwu
Doctoral
Researcher
Clemson
Department
Industrial
South
Carolina,
USA
Lecturer,
Chemical
UNIZIK,
Nigeria.Ifeanyi
OkoyeIfeanyi
Okoye
Hull
Hull,
UK.James
Ekuma
OgbuAssc.
Prof.
James
Ogbu
Reader
Technology
Vocational,
Ebonyi
State
Abakaliki,
Nigeria.
Small,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 6, 2024
Abstract
Intelligent
wearable
sensors
based
on
MXenes
hydrogels
are
rapidly
advancing
the
frontier
of
personalized
healthcare
management.
MXenes,
a
new
class
transition
metal
carbon/nitride
synthesized
only
decade
ago,
have
proved
to
be
promising
candidate
for
soft
sensors,
advanced
human–machine
interfaces,
and
biomimicking
systems
due
their
controllable
high
electrical
conductivity,
as
well
unique
mechanical
properties
derived
from
atomistically
thin
layered
structure.
In
addition,
MXenes’
biocompatibility,
hydrophilicity,
antifouling
render
them
particularly
suitable
synergize
with
into
composite
mechanoelectrical
functions.
Nonetheless,
while
use
MXene
multifunctional
surface
or
an
current
collector
such
energy
device
electrode
is
prevalent,
its
incorporation
gel
system
purpose
sensing
vastly
less
understood
formalized.
This
review
provides
systematic
exposition
synthesis,
property,
application
intelligent
sensors.
Specific
challenges
opportunities
synthesis
adoption
in
practical
applications
explicitly
analyzed
discussed
facilitate
cross
gemination
across
disciplines
advance
potential
hydrogels.
Polymers for Advanced Technologies,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
35(12)
Published: Dec. 1, 2024
ABSTRACT
This
review
provides
a
comprehensive
overview
of
the
emerging
applications
stimuli‐responsive
hydrogels
in
3D
printing,
emphasizing
their
transformative
potential
creating
adaptive
and
multifunctional
structures.
Stimuli‐responsive
hydrogels,
including
magneto‐,
thermo‐,
pH‐,
moisture‐,
solvent‐,
photo‐responsive
varieties,
have
gained
significant
attention
due
to
ability
undergo
dynamic
changes
response
specific
environmental
stimuli.
The
begins
by
exploring
fundamental
characteristics
fabrication
methods
used
additive
manufacturing,
highlighting
exceptional
adaptability
programmability.
It
then
delves
into
various
across
diverse
fields,
soft
robotics,
tissue
engineering,
drug
delivery
systems,
wearable
electronics,
food
technology,
electromagnetic
interference
shielding,
anti‐counterfeiting
technologies.
By
integrating
latest
advancements
printing
techniques,
this
aims
offer
insights
how
are
enabling
development
innovative,
intelligent,
environmentally
responsive
systems.
future
perspectives
section
discusses
challenges
opportunities
for
advancing
use
suggesting
directions
research
that
could
push
boundaries
functional
materials
programmable
Chemical Society Reviews,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Recent
advancements
in
wearable
biosensors
and
bioelectronics
highlight
biocompatible
conducting
nanocomposite
hydrogels
as
key
components
for
personalized
health
devices
soft
electronics.
Polymer-Plastics Technology and Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
63(1), P. 1 - 22
Published: Oct. 15, 2023
ABSTRACTAs
a
result
of
nanotechnological
evolution,
nanomaterials
(NMs)
have
become
pivotal
to
novel
developments
in
all
facets
human
endeavors.
As
their
enchanting
physically
and
chemically
affiliated
features,
these
NMs
garnered
great
attention
the
industrial
academic
segments
include
single
elemental
mono-layered
crystals,
referred
as
Xenes
(graphene,
borophene,
phosphorene
silicene),
modified
single-elemental
layered
crystal
derivatives
MXenes
(M-X)
(Ti2CO2,
Ti3C2Tx,
Ti3C2),
Xanes
(graphene
borophane),
transitional
metallic
halides
(CrI3),
semiconducting
insulating
entities
groups
III−V
(boron
nitride),
dichalcogenides
(TaSe2
MoS2),
organically−inorganically
hybridized
perovskites
(Pb(C4H9NH3)2I4),
well
post-transitional
chalcogenides
(GaS
GaSe).
(M-X),
amongst
attracted
remarkable
interests
because
prolific
features
effective
functionalization
polymeric
matrices
for
enhanced
flame
retardancy,
thermal,
electromagnetic
interference
shielding
(EMI
SE),
mechanical
electrochemical
features.
Therefore,
this
elucidation
explores
newly
emerging
construction,
characterization,
especially
EMI
SE,
multifarious
uses
M-X@polymeric
nanoarchitectures.KEYWORDS:
ElectrochemicalelectromagneticMxenepolymeric
nanoarchitecturespolymeric
Highlights
Effective
SE
M-X/polymeric
nanoarchitecturesTi3C2Tx
M-X/Carbon
fiber
fabric/Thermoplastic
polyurethane
nanoarchitectures
efficient
applicationsMXene/cellulose
nanofiber
SEM-X/Aramid
Fiber
Electromagnetic
Interference
Shielding
PapersMXene-based
composite
films
SEAcknowledgmentsThe
author
acknowledges
Nnamdi
Azikiwe
University,
Awka,
Anambra
State,
Nigeria.Authors'
contributionsThis
paper
was
conceptualized
completely
written
by
Engr.
Dr.
Christopher
Igwe
Idumah.Disclosure
statementNo
potential
conflict
interest
reported
author(s).Additional
informationFundingNo
funding
is
reported.Notes
on
contributorsChristopher
IdumahEngr.
Idumah
obtained
his
Ph.D.in
Polymer
Engineering,
Distinction
(Universiti
Teknologi
Malaysia),
M.Eng
(The
Manchester
England,
UK),
B.Eng.
(FUTO,
Nigeria).
He
trained
Robert
Gordon
Aberdeen
SPDC
Nigeria
(SITP1).
presently
Lecturer
with
has
been
ranked
world
Top
2%
Scientists
(2020-2022)
Stanford
USA.Felicitas
U
IwuchukwuFelicitas
U.
Iwuchukwu
Doctoral
Researcher
Clemson
Department
Industrial
South
Carolina,
USA
Lecturer,
Chemical
UNIZIK,
Nigeria.Ifeanyi
OkoyeIfeanyi
Okoye
Hull
Hull,
UK.James
Ekuma
OgbuAssc.
Prof.
James
Ogbu
Reader
Technology
Vocational,
Ebonyi
State
Abakaliki,
Nigeria.