Small but strong: A review of the mechanical properties of carbon nanotube-polymer composites

被引:3237
作者
Coleman, Jonathan N. [1 ]
Khan, Umar
Blau, Werner J.
Gun'ko, Yurii K.
机构
[1] Univ Dublin Trinity Coll, Sch Phys, Dublin 2, Ireland
[2] Univ Dublin Trinity Coll, Sch Chem, Dublin 2, Ireland
关键词
carbon nanotubes; mechanical properties; carbon composites;
D O I
10.1016/j.carbon.2006.02.038
中图分类号
O64 [物理化学(理论化学)、化学物理学];
学科分类号
070304 ; 081704 ;
摘要
The superlative mechanical properties of carbon nanotubes make them the filler material of choice for composite reinforcement. In this paper we review the progress to date in the field of mechanical reinforcement of polymers using nanotubes. Initially, the basics of fibre reinforced composites are introduced and the prerequisites for successful reinforcement discussed. The effectiveness of different processing methods is compared and the state of the art demonstrated. In addition we discuss the levels of reinforcement that have actually been achieved. While the focus will be on enhancement of Young's modulus we will also discuss enhancement of strength and toughness. Finally we compare and tabulate these results. This leads to a discussion of the most promising processing methods for mechanical reinforcement and the outlook for the future. (C) 2006 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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页码:1624 / 1652
页数:29
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