@inproceedings{4ca65f2399554e60a5eaf754bbcca3e0,
title = "On deformation, toughening and multi-functionality of polymer nanocomposites",
abstract = "This paper reviews our recent research efforts on the toughening and multifunctional properties of a class of nanoclay/thermoplastics composites, especially nanoclay /PA6 and nanoclay/PP. The embrittlement of the polymer matrices due to the incorporation of clay nanoparticles is critically examined. Methods of toughening and related mechanisms are studied and include: (a) hybridizing clay with rubber and (b) introducing submicrometer voids in the polymer. Issues on functional properties of electrical conductivity and fire retardancy combined with superiortoughness are also addressed.",
keywords = "Electrical conductivity, Fire retardancy, Nanoclay, PA6, Polymer nanocomposites, PP, Rubber, Toughness",
author = "Aravind Dasari and Zhongzhen Yu and Lim, {Szu Hui} and Zhang, {Qing Xin} and Cui, {Gui Peng} and Mai, {Yiu Wing}",
year = "2010",
language = "English",
isbn = "9781632660756",
series = "7th Asian-Australasian Conference on Composite Materials 2010, ACCM 2010",
publisher = "ACCM-7 Organizing Committee",
pages = "347--351",
booktitle = "7th Asian-Australasian Conference on Composite Materials 2010, ACCM 2010",
note = "7th Asian-Australasian Conference on Composite Materials 2010, ACCM 2010 ; Conference date: 15-11-2010 Through 18-11-2010",
}