Polymer Testing,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
137, P. 108503 - 108503
Published: June 22, 2024
Halloysite
nanotubes
(HNTs)
and
polypropylene-grafted
maleic
anhydride
(PP-g-MA)
were
studied
for
their
effects
in
blends
of
polystyrene
(PS)
polyolefin
elastomer
(POE).
The
method
used
to
prepare
PS/POE
(90/10
80/20
wt/wt)
containing
1,
3,
5
phr
HNTs
with
or
without
PP-g-MA
(a
compatibilizer)
was
melt
blending.
Structural
morphological
studies
using
X-ray
diffraction
analysis
(XRD),
scanning
electron
microscopy
assisted
energy
dispersive
spectroscopy
(SEM-EDS),
transmission
(TEM)
confirmed
a
matrix-droplet
morphology
the
sample
compatibilizer
has
better
microstructure
than
other
formulations.
presence
both
together
been
discovered
improve
viscoelastic
properties
solid,
as
evidenced
by
increased
storage
modulus
complex
viscosity.
A
notable
change
occurred
rheological
behavior
HNTs.
dependence
zero-shear
viscosity
on
loading
(0
phr)
approximated
polynomial
curve
fitting
experimental
data
Carreau-Yasuda
model.
Computational
fluid
dynamics
(CFD)
simulations
also
study
changes
flow
patterns
shear
rates.
calculated
effective
viscosities
at
given
rate
(0.05
1/s)
qualitative
agreement
results.
Moreover,
we
utilized
various
machine-learning
techniques
predict
nanocomposites.
results
showed
that
Extreme
Gradient
Boosting
(XGBoost)
outperformed
predictive
models
based
evaluation
metrics.
Four-point
probe
measurements
found
samples
HNT
had
lowest
conductivities
due
aggregated
structures.
However,
homogeneous
distribution
led
sudden
rise
conductivity
PP-g-MA.
Computer
modeling
uniform
non-uniform
distributions
decreased
considerably
compared
distribution.
Journal of Materials Research and Technology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
28, P. 1570 - 1583
Published: Dec. 14, 2023
Hybrid
nanocomposites
have
emerged
as
a
promising
solution
for
engineering
applications
associated
with
reduced
costs
and
weight
aiming
to
enhance
performance
in
special
areas
such
ballistic
protection.
This
study
delves
into
the
development
of
hybrid
featuring
high-density
polyethylene
matrix
modified
graphite
nanoplatelets
reinforced
by
aramid
jute
fabrics.
The
incorporation
GNP
significantly
influences
crystalline
structure
GNP/HDPE
matrix,
evidenced
Raman
X-ray
diffraction
analyses.
Furthermore,
it
assumes
an
important
role
modifying
crystallization
glass
transition
temperatures
(Tc
Tg)
influencing
dynamic
mechanical
behavior.
Specifically,
increases
viscoelastic
stiffness,
raises
storage
modulus
more
than
30
%,
reduces
tanδ
value.
In
addition,
replacing
5
layers
fabric
equivalent
number
maintains
comparable
20-layer
nanocomposite.
substitution
yields
remarkable
659.41
J
absorbed
energy
limit
velocity
405.72
m/s.
Additionally,
nanocomposite
comprising
10
each
showcases
impressive
resistance
against
9
mm
caliber
ammunition,
achieving
419.84
320.13
Scanning
electron
microscopy
analysis
exposes
intricate
fracture
mechanisms,
encompassing
phenomena
crazing,
fibrillation,
fiber
rupture,
debonding.
These
mechanisms
are
significant
composite's
absorption
during
projectile
impact.
Moreover,
cost-benefit
underscores
potential
protection
simultaneously
reducing
both
helmet
cost
7
%
40
respectively.
Polymer Testing,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
137, P. 108503 - 108503
Published: June 22, 2024
Halloysite
nanotubes
(HNTs)
and
polypropylene-grafted
maleic
anhydride
(PP-g-MA)
were
studied
for
their
effects
in
blends
of
polystyrene
(PS)
polyolefin
elastomer
(POE).
The
method
used
to
prepare
PS/POE
(90/10
80/20
wt/wt)
containing
1,
3,
5
phr
HNTs
with
or
without
PP-g-MA
(a
compatibilizer)
was
melt
blending.
Structural
morphological
studies
using
X-ray
diffraction
analysis
(XRD),
scanning
electron
microscopy
assisted
energy
dispersive
spectroscopy
(SEM-EDS),
transmission
(TEM)
confirmed
a
matrix-droplet
morphology
the
sample
compatibilizer
has
better
microstructure
than
other
formulations.
presence
both
together
been
discovered
improve
viscoelastic
properties
solid,
as
evidenced
by
increased
storage
modulus
complex
viscosity.
A
notable
change
occurred
rheological
behavior
HNTs.
dependence
zero-shear
viscosity
on
loading
(0
phr)
approximated
polynomial
curve
fitting
experimental
data
Carreau-Yasuda
model.
Computational
fluid
dynamics
(CFD)
simulations
also
study
changes
flow
patterns
shear
rates.
calculated
effective
viscosities
at
given
rate
(0.05
1/s)
qualitative
agreement
results.
Moreover,
we
utilized
various
machine-learning
techniques
predict
nanocomposites.
results
showed
that
Extreme
Gradient
Boosting
(XGBoost)
outperformed
predictive
models
based
evaluation
metrics.
Four-point
probe
measurements
found
samples
HNT
had
lowest
conductivities
due
aggregated
structures.
However,
homogeneous
distribution
led
sudden
rise
conductivity
PP-g-MA.
Computer
modeling
uniform
non-uniform
distributions
decreased
considerably
compared
distribution.