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Nanocomposites

Journal Articles

9/26/2008

Nanocomposites

9/26/2008

Renewable Polymeric Nanocomposite Synthesis Using Renewable Functionalized Soybean-Oil-Based Intercalant and Matrix
(371-381) Designed Monomers and Polymers 11 #4 (2008)

9/26/2008

Hierarchical Inorganic-Organic Nanocomposites Possessing Amphiphilic and Morphological Complexities: Influence of Nanofiller Dispersion on Mechanical Performance 
(p 2733-2744)
Advanced Functional Materials 18  #18 (2008)
Abstract

Acrylic Nanocomposites

9/26/2008

Controllable synthesis of CuS–P(AM-co-MAA) composite microspheres with patterned surface structures
(391-397) Journal of Colloid and Interface Science 325 #2 (2008)

9/26/2008

127[2008]  Encapsulation of silica nanoparticles by poly(methyl methacrylate-co-styrene) via emulsion polymerization using dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate
e-Polymers (9/24/2008) (128)
[Abstract]

Carbon Nanocomposites

9/26/2008

Fuel cell performance and characterization of 1-D carbon-supported platinum nanocomposites synthesized in supercritical fluids
(5-16) Journal of Catalysis 259  #1 (2008)

9/26/2008

Analysis of origin to cause blowout of carbon black-reinforced rubber composites using GC/MS 
(p 3068-3072)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

9/26/2008

Analysis of origin to cause blowout of carbon black-reinforced rubber composites using GC/MS 
(p 3068-3072)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

9/26/2008

Manipulating the conductivity of carbon-black-filled immiscible polymer composites by insulating nanoparticles
(p 3073-3079)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract  

9/26/2008

Development and Characterization of Expanded Graphite-Based Nanocomposite as Bipolar Plate for Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFCs)
(3329 - 3334) Energy & Fuels 22 #5 (2008)
Abstract  

Carbon Nanotube Nanocomposites

9/26/2008

Cure behavior and thermal stability analysis of multiwalled carbon nanotube/epoxy resin nanocomposites 
(p 2980-2988)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

9/26/2008

Carbon nanotube-based health monitoring of mechanically fastened composite joints
(2557-2561) Composites Science and Technology 68 #12 (2008)

9/26/2008

The influence of functionalized MWCNT reinforcement on the thermomechanical properties and morphology of epoxy nanocomposites
(2535-2542) Composites Science and Technology 68 #12 (2008)

9/26/2008

Melt rheological properties of nylon 6/multi-walled carbon nanotube composites
(2498-2502) Composites Science and Technology 68 #12 (2008)

9/26/2008

Enhancement of the mechanical properties of polypropylene using polypropylene-grafted multiwalled carbon nanotubes
(2490-2497) Composites Science and Technology 68 #12 (2008)

9/26/2008

Effect of SWNT Defects on the Electron Transfer Properties in P3HT/SWNT Hybrid Materials 
(p 2659-2665)
Advanced Functional Materials 18  #18 (2008)
Abstract

Epoxy Nanocomposites

10/3/2008

Filtration and Breakdown of Clay Clusters during Resin Transfer Molding of Nanoclay/Glass/Epoxy Composites  
(2209-2229) Journal of Composite Materials 42 #21 (2008)
[Abstract]

9/26/2008

Cure behavior and thermal stability analysis of multiwalled carbon nanotube/epoxy resin nanocomposites 
(p 2980-2988)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

9/26/2008

Synthesis of a Novel Ferrocene-Based Epoxy Compound and Its Electrochemical Behavior
(347-356) Designed Monomers and Polymers 11 #4 (2008)

9/26/2008

The influence of functionalized MWCNT reinforcement on the thermomechanical properties and morphology of epoxy nanocomposites
(2535-2542) Composites Science and Technology 68 #12 (2008)

Foams

9/26/2008

Review
Mechanics of Aluminum Foam-Polymer Hybrid 
(p 853-857)
Advanced Engineering Materials 10 #9 (2008)
Abstract  

Fracture

10/3/2008

Interlaminar Fracture Behavior of Nanoclay Reinforced Glass Fiber Composites  
(2111-2122) Journal of Composite Materials 42 #20 (2008)
 [Abstract]

IPN

9/26/2008

A two-step method for the synthesis of a hydrophilic PDMS interpenetrating polymer network 
(p 3059-3067)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

Morphology and thermal and dielectric behavior of cycloaliphatic epoxy/trimethacrylate interpenetrating polymer networks for vacuum-pressure-impregnation electrical insulation 
(p 3096-3106)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

9/26/2008

Phthalyl chitosan-poly(ethylene oxide) semi-interpenetrating polymer network microparticles for oral protein delivery: An in vitro characterization 
(p 2787-2795)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

Mechanics

10/3/2008

Characterizing Mechanical Properties of Particulate Nanocomposites Using Micromechanical Approach
(2345-2361) Journal of Composite Materials 42 #22 (2008)
[Abstract]

Milling

10/3/2008

High Energy Mill Processing of Polymer Based Nanocomposites
(2363-2375) Journal of Composite Materials 42 #22 (2008)
[Abstract]

Particles

9/26/2008

A facile approach to fabricate functionalized superparamagnetic copolymer-silica nanocomposite spheres
(
4463 - 4465) Chemical Communications #37 (2008)

Phenolic Nanocomposites

10/3/2008

Relationship Between Electrical and Mechanical Loss Tangents of SLG Reinforced Phenolic Composites: Pilot Study
(2083-2095) Journal of Composite Materials 42 #19 (2008)
 [Abstract]

PMMA Nanocomposites

9/26/2008

Effect of preshearing on the structure and properties of poly(methyl methacrylate)/clay nanocomposite panels 
(p 2957-2960)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

Polyamide Nanocomposites

9/26/2008

Effect of the dispersion of organic rectorite on the nonisothermal crystallization kinetics and melting behaviors of nylon 6 nanocomposites 
(p 3149-3155)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

9/26/2008

128[2008]  Antimicrobial activity of nanocomposites: poly(amide) 6 and low density poly(ethylene) filled with zinc oxide
e-Polymers (9/24/2008) (128)
[Abstract]

9/26/2008

Melt rheological properties of nylon 6/multi-walled carbon nanotube composites
(2498-2502) Composites Science and Technology 68 #12 (2008)

Polyamine Nanocomposites

9/26/2008

Controllable synthesis of CuS–P(AM-co-MAA) composite microspheres with patterned surface structures
(391-397) Journal of Colloid and Interface Science 325 #2 (2008)

Polyaniline Nanocomposites

9/26/2008

Preparation of polyaniline–metal composite nanospheres by in situ microemulsion polymerization
(72-75) Journal of Colloid and Interface Science 326 #1 (2008)

9/26/2008

Electrically conductive nanocomposites of polyaniline with poly(vinyl alcohol) and methylcellulose 
(p 2849-2853)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

Polyethylene Nanocomposites

10/3/2008

The Effect of Nanoscaled-Layered Silicates on Thermal Conductivity of Nanocomposites based on HDPE and PP  
(2163-2174) Journal of Composite Materials 42 #20 (2008)
[Abstract]

9/26/2008

Influence of irradiation crosslinking on the self-heating and conduction of an acetylene carbon black filled high-density polyethylene composite in the electric-thermal equilibrium state 
(p 3009-3013)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

9/26/2008

119[2008]  Fabrication and electrical conducting behavior of carbon nanofiber reinforced high-density polyethylene/polystyrene nanocomposites with low percolation threshold
e-Polymers (9/24/2008) (128)
[Abstract]

9/26/2008

128[2008]  Antimicrobial activity of nanocomposites: poly(amide) 6 and low density poly(ethylene) filled with zinc oxide
e-Polymers (9/24/2008) (128)
[Abstract]

Polypropylene Nanocomposites

10/3/2008

The Effect of Nanoscaled-Layered Silicates on Thermal Conductivity of Nanocomposites based on HDPE and PP  
(2163-2174) Journal of Composite Materials 42 #20 (2008)
[Abstract]

9/26/2008

Influence of polarity on the preferential intercalation behavior of clay in immiscible polypropylene/polystyrene blend 
(p 3130-3139)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

9/26/2008

Effect of chemical treatments on the mechanical, flow, and morphological properties of talc- and kaolin-filled polypropylene hybrid composites 
(p 2770-2779)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

9/26/2008

Enhancement of the mechanical properties of polypropylene using polypropylene-grafted multiwalled carbon nanotubes
(2490-2497) Composites Science and Technology 68 #12 (2008)

Polypyrrole Nancomposites

10/3/2008

Preparation, Characterization and Conductivity Study of Polypyrrole-Pillared Clay Nanocomposites  
(2101-2109) Journal of Composite Materials 42 #20 (2008)
[Abstract]

9/26/2008

Synthesis, characterization, and properties of polypyrrole/expanded vermiculite intercalated nanocomposite 
(p 2862-2866)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

Polystyrene Nanocomposites

9/26/2008

Influence of polarity on the preferential intercalation behavior of clay in immiscible polypropylene/polystyrene blend 
(p 3130-3139)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

9/26/2008

A convenient approach to synthesize stable silver nanoparticles and silver/polystyrene nanocomposite particles 
(p 3038-3046)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

119[2008]  Fabrication and electrical conducting behavior of carbon nanofiber reinforced high-density polyethylene/polystyrene nanocomposites with low percolation threshold
e-Polymers (9/24/2008) (128)
[Abstract]

Polythiophene Nanocomposites

9/26/2008

Electrochemical Synthesis of a Water-Soluble and Self-Doped Polythiophene Derivative
(309-317) Designed Monomers and Polymers 11 #4 (2008)

Polyurethane Nanocomposites

9/26/2008

Effect of length of hydroxyalkyl groups in the clay modifier on the properties of thermoplastic polyurethane/clay nanocomposites 
(p 3209-3216)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

Polyvinyl Nanocomposites

9/26/2008

Influence of surface functionalization on the thermal and electrical properties of nanotube–PVA composites
(2568-2573) Composites Science and Technology 68 #12 (2008)

9/26/2008

Facile monomer stabilization approach to fabricate iron/vinyl ester resin nanocomposites
(2551-2556) Composites Science and Technology 68 #12 (2008)

Silsesquioxane Nancomposites

9/26/2008

Influence of methacryl polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane on the thermal and mechanical properties of methylsilicone resin 
(p 2989-2995)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

9/26/2008

Thermal properties and flame retardancy of polyglycidyloxypropyl silsesquioxane/layered titanate nanocomposites 
(p 2649-2655)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #5 (2008)
Abstract

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Nanocomposites

US Patents

9/9/2008

Nanocomposite Film

9/9/2008

7,423,078
Organic-inorganic hybrid material, organic-inorganic hybrid proton-conductive material and fuel cell

Carbon Black Nanocomposites

9/9/2008

7,423,085
Carbon black composite material and method of producing the same, and composite elastomer

Nanotube Nanocomposites

9/9/2008

7,423,084
Method of producing high strength elongated products containing nanotubes

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Nanocomposites

Journal Articles

9/19/2008

9/19/2008

Polymer/Silica Nanocomposites: Preparation, Characterization, Properties, and Applications
(3893 – 3957) Chemical Reviews 108 #9 (2008)
No abstract.

Synthesis and Characterization of Ionic Block Copolymer Templated Calcium Phosphate Nanocomposites
(5922 – 5932) Chemistry of  Materials 20 #18 (2008)
Abstract

Effect of the structure of silane-coupling agent on dynamic mechanical properties of dental resin-nanocomposites 
(p 507-516)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #1 (2008)
Abstract

Cross-linked and uncross-linked biodegradable nanocomposites. I. Nonisothermal crystallization kinetics and gas permeability
(p 1068-1079)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

Thermal and dynamic mechanical behavior of bionanocomposites: Fumed silica nanoparticles dispersed in poly(vinyl pyrrolidone), chitosan, and poly(vinyl alcohol) 
(p 1739-1749)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #3 (2008)
Abstract

ABS Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Effect of organic modifiers and silicate type on filler dispersion, thermal, and mechanical properties of ABS-clay nanocomposites 
(p 2374-2383)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #4 (2008)
Abstract

Acrylic Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Synthesis and properties of poly(methyl methacrylate)/clay nanocomposites prepared via in situ polymerization with Ni(acac)2 catalyst 
(p 784-790)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

Synthesis of poly(methyl methacrylate)/silica nanocomposite through emulsion polymerization using dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate 
(p 929-937)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

Antibacterial effects of a new dental acrylic resin containing silver nanoparticles
(p 1699-1703)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #3 (2008)
Abstract

Organic-acid-catalyzed sol-gel route for preparing poly(methyl methacrylate)-silica hybrid materials 
(p 2108-2114)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #4 (2008)
Abstract

Carbon Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

The Design of a LiFePO4/Carbon Nanocomposite With a Core-Shell Structure and Its Synthesis by an In Situ Polymerization Restriction Method  (p 7461-7465) Angewandte Chemie International Edition 47 #39 (2008)
Abstract

Carbon Nanotube Composites

9/19/2008

Poly(oxyalkylene)diamine-Functionalized Carbon Nanotube/Perfluorosulfonated Polymer Composites: Synthesis, Water State, and Conductivity
(5756 – 5767) Chemistry of  Materials 20 #18 (2008)
Abstract  

Polybenzoxazine-core shell rubber–carbon nanotube nanocomposites
(1653-1659) Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing 39 #10 (2008)

Polybenzoxazine-core shell rubber–carbon nanotube nanocomposites
(1653-1659) Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing 39 #10 (2008)

Influence of surface treated multi-walled carbon nanotubes on cure behavior of epoxy nanocomposites
(1670-1678) Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing 39 #10 (2008)

Dispersion behavior of single-walled carbon nanotubes by grafting of amphiphilic block copolymer
(1679-1683) Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing 39 #10 (2008)

Amino-functionalized multiple-walled carbon nanotubes-polyimide nanocomposite films fabricated by in situ polymerization 
(p 701-705)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

Toughening of cycloaliphatic epoxy resin by multiwalled carbon nanotubes 
(p 1351-1357)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #3 (2008)
Abstract

Vinyl-carbon nanotubes for composite polymer materials 
(p 1915-1920)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #4 (2008)
Abstract

Rheological and thermal properties of poly(ethylene oxide)/multiwall carbon nanotube composites 
(p 2094-2101)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #4 (2008)
Abstract

Polymer/carbon nanotube nanocomposites via noncovalent grafting with end-functionalized polymers 
(p 2345-2351)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #4 (2008)
Abstract

Elastomer Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Polybenzoxazine-core shell rubber–carbon nanotube nanocomposites
(1653-1659) Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing 39 #10 (2008)

Interface and mechanical properties of peroxide cured silicate nanofiber/rubber composites 
(p 262-269)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #1 (2008)
Abstract

Effects of the filler loading and aging time on the mechanical and electrical conductivity properties of carbon black filled natural rubber 
(p 747-752)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

Impact of curing temperature on microstructures and properties of isobutylene-isoprene rubber/clay nanocomposites 
(p 1034-1042)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

Preparation of a natural rubber core/polymer shell in a nanomatrix by graft copolymerization 
(p 2475-2482)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #4 (2008)
Abstract

Epoxy Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Influence of surface treated multi-walled carbon nanotubes on cure behavior of epoxy nanocomposites
(1670-1678) Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing 39 #10 (2008)

Study of epoxy toughened by in situ formed rubber nanoparticles
(p 304-312)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #1 (2008)
Abstract

Toughening of cycloaliphatic epoxy resin by multiwalled carbon nanotubes 
(p 1351-1357)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #3 (2008)
Abstract

Fibers

9/19/2008

Fabrication, structure, and properties of chitin whisker-reinforced alginate nanocomposite fibers 
(p 890-899)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

Fullerene Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Synthesis and characterizations of silver-fullerene C70 nanocomposite
(# 103114) Applied Physics Letters 93 #10 (2008)
Abstract

In-Situ Polymerization

9/19/2008

Highly dispersed clay–polyolefin nanocomposites free of compatibilizers, via the in situ polymerization of -olefins by clay-supported catalysts
(
4186 – 4188) Chemical Communications #35 (2008)

Internpenetrating Networks

9/19/2008

The swelling behaviors and network parameters of cationic starch-g-acrylic acid/poly(dimethyldiallylammonium chloride) semi-interpenetrating polymer networks hydrogels 
(p 1828-1836)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #3 (2008)
Abstract

Nanocomposite Coatings

9/19/2008

Ultraviolet-curable epoxidized sunflower oil/organoclay nanocomposite coatings 
(p 2164-2167)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #4 (2008)
Abstract

Nanocomposite Film

9/19/2008

A study on electrical and mechanical properties of hybrid-polymer thin films by a controlled TEOS bubbling ratio
(7817-7820) Applied Surface Science 254  #23 (2008)

Formation of silver nanoparticles created in situ in an amphiphilic block copolymer film 
(p 2352-2357)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #4 (2008)
Abstract

PEO

9/19/2008

Rheological and thermal properties of poly(ethylene oxide)/multiwall carbon nanotube composites 
(p 2094-2101)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #4 (2008)
Abstract

PBT Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Morphology and properties of silane-modified montmorillonite clays and clay/PBT composites 
(p 550-557)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #1 (2008)
Abstract  

Cyclic extrusion of poly(butylene terephthalate)/organo-montmorillonite nanocomposites: Thermal and mechanical retention properties 
(p 1642-1648)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #3 (2008)
Abstract

Poly(butylene terephthalate)/clay nanocomposite compatibilized with poly(ethylene-co-glycidyl methacrylate). I. Isothermal crystallization 
(p 2195-2204)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #4 (2008)
Abstract

PET Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Poly(ethylene terephthalate)/attapulgite nanocomposites: Preparation, structure, and properties 
(p 140-146)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #1 (2008)
Abstract

Polyamide Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Influence of organoclay and preparation technique on the morphology of polyamide6/polystyrene/organoclay nanocomposites 
(p 276-282)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #1 (2008)
Abstract

Polyamide 6/maleated ethylene-propylene-diene rubber/organoclay composites with or without glycidyl methacrylate as a compatibilizer 
(p 1870-1879)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #3 (2008)
Abstract

Polyethylene Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Effect of silica-based nanofillers on the properties of a low-density polyethylene/ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer based thermoplastic elastomer 
(p 825-836)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

Polyimide Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Amino-functionalized multiple-walled carbon nanotubes-polyimide nanocomposite films fabricated by in situ polymerization 
(p 701-705)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

Tribological properties of bismaleimide composites with surface-modified SiO2 nanoparticles 
(p 1375-1381)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #3 (2008)
Abstract

Polyolefin Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Highly dispersed clay–polyolefin nanocomposites free of compatibilizers, via the in situ polymerization of -olefins by clay-supported catalysts
(
4186 – 4188) Chemical Communications #35 (2008)

Preparation and properties of cyclo-olefin copolymer/titania hybrids 
(p 732-737)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

Fracture behavior of thermoplastic polyolefin/clay nanocomposites 
(p 864-871)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

Polystyrene Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Influence of organoclay and preparation technique on the morphology of polyamide6/polystyrene/organoclay nanocomposites 
(p 276-282)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #1 (2008)
Abstract

Preparation of poly(styrene-block-acrylamide)/organic montmorillonite nanocomposites via reversible addition-fragmentation chain transfer 
(p 387-391)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #1 (2008)
Abstract  

Properties of high-impact polystyrene/organoclay nanocomposites synthesized via in situ polymerization 
(p 1441-1450)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #3 (2008)
Abstract

Polythiophene Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Polythiophene gold nanoparticles composite film for application to glucose sensor 
(p 988-994)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

Polyurethane Nancomposites

9/19/2008

Melt mixing of carbon fibers and carbon nanotubes incorporated polyurethanes 
(p 196-202)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #1 (2008)
Abstract  

Influence of surface modification on the dispersion of nanoscale alpha-Al2O3 particles in a thermoplastic polyurethane matrix 
(p 237-243)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #1 (2008)
Abstract

POM Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Structural, thermal, and tribological properties of intercalated polyoxymethylene/molybdenum disulfide nanocomposites
(p 91-96)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #1 (2008)
Abstract

PP Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Polypropylene/clay nanocomposites prepared by in situ grafting-melt intercalation with a novel cointercalating monomer 
(p 616-623)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #1 (2008)
Abstract

Effect of the mixing sequence on the morphology and properties of a polypropylene/polydimethylsiloxane/nano-SiO2 ternary composite 
(p 1457-1468)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #3 (2008)
Abstract

Protein Nanocomposites

9/19/2008

Electrospun cellulose nanofiber reinforced soybean protein isolate composite film 
(p 641-646)
Journal of Applied Polymer  Science 110 #2 (2008)
Abstract

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Nanocomposites

US Patents

9/2/2008

Brake Disks

9/2/2008

7,419,700
 Nanoparticle-modified carbon-ceramic brake discs

Polyester Nanocomposites

9/2/2008

7,420,011
 Methods of making nanocomposites and compositions of rubber toughened polyhydroxyalkanoates

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Nanocomposites

Journal Articles

9/12/2008

9/12/2008

High Efficiency Composite Metal Oxide-Polymer Electroluminescent Devices: A Morphological and Material Based Investigation 
(p 3447-3452)
Advanced Materials 20 #18 (2008)
Abstract

Tunable Release of Proteins with Polymer-Inorganic Nanocomposite Microspheres 
(p 3504-3509)
Advanced Materials 20 #18 (2008)
Abstract

Acrylic Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Synthesis and decoloration capacity of well-defined and PMMA-grafted palygorskite nanocomposites
(2845-2849) European Polymer Journal 44  #9 (2008)

Dispersion

9/12/2008

Ultrasound Assisted Single Screw Extrusion Process for Dispersion of Carbon Nanofibers in Polymers
(395-405) International Polymer Processing #4 (2008

Carbon Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Characteristics of iron oxide/activated carbon nanocomposites prepared using supercritical water
(251-256) Applied Catalysis A: General 348 #2 (2008)

Cellulose Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Cellulose whiskers reinforced polyvinyl alcohol copolymers nanocomposites
(2489-2498) European Polymer Journal 44  #8 (2008)

Coatings

9/12/2008

Oxygen permeability of novel organic–inorganic coatings: I. Effects of organic–inorganic ratio and molecular weight of the organic component
(2581-2588) European Polymer Journal 44  #8 (2008)

Elastomer Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

From exfoliation to intercalation—changes in morphology of HNBR/organoclay nanocomposites
(2784-2789) European Polymer Journal 44  #9 (2008)

Epoxy Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Comparative studies for the effect of intercalating agent on the physical properties of epoxy resin-clay based nanocomposite materials
(2439-2447) European Polymer Journal 44  #8 (2008)

Nanofluids

9/12/2008

The combined analysis of phonon and electron heat transfer mechanism on thermal conductivity for nanofluids
(4589-4598) International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer 51 #19-20(2008)

Nonequilibrium heat conduction in a nanofluid layer with periodic heat flux
(4862-4874) International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer 51 #19-20(2008)

Mechanisms of thermal nanofluids on enhanced critical heat flux (CHF)
(4958-4965) International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer 51 #19-20(2008)

Polyacrylamide Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Preparation, morphology and properties of nanocomposites of polyacrylamide copolymers with monodisperse silica
(2448-2457) European Polymer Journal 44  #8 (2008)

Polyamide Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Homoionic inorganic montmorillonites as fillers for polyamide 6 nanocomposites
(2798-2806) European Polymer Journal 44  #9 (2008)

Polylactic Acid Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Nanocomposites of poly(l-lactide) and surface-grafted TiO2 nanoparticles: Synthesis and characterization
(2476-2481) European Polymer Journal 44  #8 (2008)

Polypropylene Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Comparative analysis of nanocomposites based on polypropylene and different montmorillonites
( 2749-2760)  European Polymer Journal 44  #9 (2008)

Polyurethane Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Preparation and properties of amino-terminated anionic waterborne-polyurethane–silica hybrid materials through a sol–gel process in the absence of an external catalyst
(2777-2783) European Polymer Journal 44  #9 (2008)

Self Assembly

9/12/2008

Self-Assembly of Nanoparticle Mixtures in Diblock Copolymers: Multiscale Molecular Modeling
(5023 – 5038) Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research 47 #15 (2008)
Abstract  

Vinyl Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Cellulose whiskers reinforced polyvinyl alcohol copolymers nanocomposites
(2489-2498) European Polymer Journal 44  #8 (2008)

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Nanocomposites

US Patents
8/26/2008

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Nanoparticles

8/26/2008

7,417,096
Preparation of transition metal nanoparticles and surfaces modified with (CO) polymers synthesized by RAFT

Epoxy Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Preparation of BPA Epoxy Resin/POSS Nanocomposites and Nonisothermal Co-curing Kinetics with MeTHPA
(940 – 956) International Journal of Polymeric Materials 57 #10 (2008)

POSS Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Preparation of BPA Epoxy Resin/POSS Nanocomposites and Nonisothermal Co-curing Kinetics with MeTHPA
(940 – 956) International Journal of Polymeric Materials 57 #10 (2008)

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Nanocomposites

9/5/2008

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Coatings

9/5/2008

Preparation of a Superhydrophobic and Conductive Nanocomposite Coating from a Carbon-Nanotube-Conjugated Block Copolymer Dispersion 
(p 3337-3341)
Advanced Materials 20 #17 (2008)
Abstract

Evaluation of nanosilicate filled poly (vinyl chloride-co-vinyl acetate) and epoxy coatings
(2189-2196) Corrosion Science 50 #8 (2008)

117[2008]  Rheological studies of uncured epoxy–organoclay nanocomposite coatings
e-Polymers (9/5/2008) (117)
[Abstract]

Dental Nanocomposites

9/5/2008

Strength and fluoride release characteristics of a calcium fluoride based dental nanocomposite

Epoxy Nanocomposites

9/5/2008

Self-sensing and dispersive evaluation of single carbon fiber/carbon nanotube (CNT)-epoxy composites using electro-micromechanical technique and nondestructive acoustic emission
( 1170-1182) Composites Part B: Engineering 39  #7-8 (2008)

Evaluation of nanosilicate filled poly (vinyl chloride-co-vinyl acetate) and epoxy coatings
(2189-2196) Corrosion Science 50 #8 (2008)

Fullerene Nanocomposite

9/5/2008

Vibrational properties of thin films and solid state of perylenediimide–fullerene dyads
(339-344) Chemical Physics 352 #1-3 (2008)

In-Situ Polymerization

9/5/2008

Embedding Nanofibers in a Polymer Matrix by Polymerization of Organogels Comprising Heterobifunctional Organogelators and Monomeric Solvents
(5532 – 5540) Chemistry of  Materials 20 #17 (2008)
Abstract

Nanofibers

9/5/2008

Electrospun biomimetic nanocomposite nanofibers of hydroxyapatite/chitosan for bone tissue engineering
(4314-4322) Biomaterials 29  #32 (2008)

Nanoparticles

9/5/2008

A New Highly Efficient Route to Polymer-Silica Colloidal Nanocomposite Particles 
(p 3331-3336)
Advanced Materials 20 #17 (2008)
Abstract

Nanospheres

9/5/2008

Multihollow structured poly(methyl methacrylate)/silver nanocomposite microspheres prepared by suspension polymerization in the presence of dual dispersion agents
(1379-1385 ) Colloid and Polymer Science 286 #12 (2008)

Nanotube Nanocomposites

9/5/2008

Self-sensing and dispersive evaluation of single carbon fiber/carbon nanotube (CNT)-epoxy composites using electro-micromechanical technique and nondestructive acoustic emission
( 1170-1182) Composites Part B: Engineering 39  #7-8 (2008)

Monitoring of Carboxylic Carbon Nanotubes in Surface Water by Using Multiwalled Carbon Nanotube-Modified Filter As Preconcentration Unit
(6100 – 6104) Environmental  Science & Technology 42 #16 (2008)
Abstract 

Polyaniline Nanocomposites

9/5/2008

Vanadium Oxide−PANI Nanocomposite-Based Macroscopic Fibers: 1D Alcohol Sensors Bearing Enhanced Toughness
(5541 – 5549) Chemistry of  Materials 20 #17 (2008)
Abstract  

Polyimide Nanocomposites

9/5/2008

Vibrational properties of thin films and solid state of perylenediimide–fullerene dyads
(339-344) Chemical Physics 352 #1-3 (2008)

Polystyrene Nanocomposites

9/5/2008

097[2008]  Preparation of super HIPS via nanocomposite assemblies in the presence of toughener- intercalant
e-Polymers (9/5/2008) (117)
[Abstract]

PVC Nanocomposites

9/5/2008

Evaluation of nanosilicate filled poly (vinyl chloride-co-vinyl acetate) and epoxy coatings
(2189-2196) Corrosion Science 50 #8 (2008)

Silica Nanoparticles

9/5/2008

A New Highly Efficient Route to Polymer-Silica Colloidal Nanocomposite Particles 
(p 3331-3336)
Advanced Materials 20 #17 (2008)
Abstract

Silicone Nanocomposites

9/12/2008

Physical properties of silicone foams filled with carbon nanotubes and functionalized graphene sheets
( 2790-2797) European Polymer Journal 44  #9 (2008)

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