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653 articles for “Nano applications”
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Green synthesis of Ag-Fe2O3-CuO-PANI nanocomposite and its application as an Apple Vinegar sensor
Abstract: Green synthesis of nanoparticles is inexpensive and environmentally safe, herein we report green approach for the synthesis of Ag, Fe2O3, CuO nanoparticles by using Asparagus Racemosus plant to detect carboxylate vapours. Synthesized Ag, Fe2O3, CuO nanoparticles were taken in 1:1:1 ratio and PANI (polyaniline) was added in ratio 5:1 to form Ag-Fe2O3-CuO–PANI nanocomposite. Synthesized Ag-Fe2O3-CuO-PANI were characterized by XRD, FESEM and FTIR whose size was in the range of 16–60 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 4, 2024 · pp. 41–53 Read article
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Synthesis, Properties, Nanocomposites, and Electrochemical Applications of Polyaniline: A Review
Abstract: Polyaniline, also known as PANI, is a polymer in the that is becoming more significant for academics in the field of nanotechnology due to the potential uses it has in sensor technologies, optoelectronics, and photonics. PANI can be rapidly doped by a broad range of acids and dopants due to the ease with which it may be manufactured and its exceptional resilience in the natural environment. In this article, we …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Synthesis of PANI/RGO/NiCrO Nanocomposite Material for Charge Storage Application
Abstract: PANI/RGO/NiCrO nanocomposite is synthesized by chemical oxidative polymerization of aniline and Nickel-Chromium Oxide (NiCrO). The prepared PANI/RGO/NiCrO nanocomposite exhibited high specific capacitance of 800 F/g at the scan rate of 5 mV/s, high power density of 1399.44 Wkg-1 and high energy density of 70 Whkg-1. The as-prepared polymer nanocomposites were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD) to study crystallinity, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) to know the functional groups, Transmission electron …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 89–99 Read article
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Nanoparticle Chemistry: The Synthesis, Properties and Applications of Polymer and Macromolecule-Based Nanoparticles and Their Composites
Abstract: Nanoparticles have arisen as a transformative branch of materials in chemistry, owing to their unique physicochemical and biological properties that vary from their bulk materials. Various synthesis techniques, including physical (e.g., laser ablation), chemical (e.g., sol-gel, co-precipitation) and biological (e.g., microbial or plant-mediated) approaches, offer control over particle size, shape and surface characteristics. These methods influence the optical, electronic, catalytic and mechanical properties of nanoparticles. Nanoparticles can exhibit high surface …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1236–1247 Read article
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Biodegradable Polymer Nanocarriers Composites for Biomedical Applications
Abstract: Smart polymeric nanocarriers, or SPNs, have evolved into a fascinating means of delivering medications especially to cancer cells. By improving the efficacy of chemotherapeutic treatments while lowering their negative effects, they have achieved a significant progress in exact medicine. Made to respond to certain elements in the tumours microenvironment, such as enzymes, temperature, pH, and redox conditions, these nanocarriers this reaction to triggers guarantees the release of the medicine at …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 293–305 Read article
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Graphene-Polymer Nanocomposites for Drug Delivery Applications
Abstract: Graphene-polymer nanocomposites (GPNCs) have gained significant attention in drug delivery due to their exceptional physicochemical properties, including high surface area, mechanical strength, tunable functionality, and biocompatibility. These nanocomposites integrate graphene derivatives, such as graphene oxide (GO) and reduced graphene oxide (rGO), with biocompatible polymers to enhance drug loading efficiency, stability, and controlled release. Various natural (chitosan, alginate) and synthetic (PLGA, PEG, PCL) polymers are used to functionalize graphene, enabling targeted …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 362–374 Read article
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Polymer-Based Nanocomposites: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications
Abstract: Polymer-based nanocomposites have emerged as a highly promising class of materials, offering enhanced mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties. By incorporating nanoscale fillers such as carbon nanotubes, graphene, and metal oxides into polymer matrices, these composites exhibit superior strength, conductivity, and durability compared to conventional polymer materials. Their tunable properties make them highly versatile, with applications spanning multiple industries, including biomedical engineering, electronics, and automotive manufacturing. The synthesis of polymer nanocomposites …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 222–227 Read article
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Energy Storage Properties of hy-BST3/PVDF Nanocomposite for Dielectric Capacitor Application
Abstract: In the present research work, we have synthesized the ferroelectric ceramic Ba0.7 Sr0.3TiO3 (BST3)/PVDF (Polyvinylidene difluoride). Polymer nanocomposites for energy storage applications, designed to synergistically combine the high dielectric permittivity of hydroxylated barium strontium titanate (hy-BST3) with the mechanical flexibility and electroactive properties of poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF). Hydroxylated Barium Strontium Titanate (hy-BST3) has been synthesized using the sol-gel combustion method followed by surface hydroxylation using H2O2 to achieve nanoscale particles …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 908–918 Read article
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Nanofluids: Advanced Synthesis Methods, Innovative Applications, and Future Directions
Abstract: Nanofluids, a novel mixture of nanoparticles and base fluids, is an innovative blend that has appeared as a transformative advancement in heat transfer and thermal management technologies. This study is going to discuss advanced synthesis methods, properties, and extensive applications of nanofluids in various fields, such as biomedical engineering, electronics cooling, solar energy, and machining. Optimization techniques such as nanoparticle selection, concentration control, and computational fluid dynamics modelling are also …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Green Synthesis and Functional Evaluation of Ag–Polypyrrole/TeO2 Nanocomposites for Advanced Electronic Applications
Abstract: Ag–PPy/TeO₂ nanocomposites with TeO₂ loadings ranging from 2% to 10% were synthesized using an in-situ chemical polymerization method. Green tea extract, rich in phytochemicals, acted as both a reducing and stabilizing agent to facilitate the formation of metal oxide nanoparticles. The structural and morphological characteristics of the nanocomposites were analyzed using FTIR, PXRD, and SEM techniques. FTIR confirmed the successful integration of Ag, TeO₂, and PPy functional groups. PXRD patterns …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 64–76 Read article
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Structural, Electrical and Optical Properties of RGO-Incorporated PVA Nanocomposites for UV Shielding Applications
Abstract: Polymer matrix-based nanocomposites reinforced with appropriate nanoparticles have the potential to exhibit improved electrical, optical and mechanical properties, as well as improved UV-shielding capabilities. These materials are currently being utilised for various commercial applications, such as window shields and automotive components. We prepared reduced graphene oxide (rGO)-incorporated polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) polymer nanocomposites employing a solution casting method. XRD and SEM results confirmed that the rGO nanosheets were dispersed well in …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 119–137 Read article
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Synthesis, Characterization, and Biomedical Applications of a Silver Nanoparticle-Coated Chitosan–Fucoidan–Polymer Nanocomposite Loaded with Persea americana Leaf Extract
Abstract: Consuming a natural composite of Persea americana (Avocado) leaf extract and a chitosan and fucoidan form a biodegradable biopolymer matrix–polymer nanocomposite with biomedical applications, this study explored a potential therapeutic method. GC–MS and UV spectroscopy were used to describe the aqueous leaf extract, which was verified by phytochemical screening to contain flavonoids, tannins, phenols, terpenoids, and alkaloids. The chitosan–fucoidan biodegradable polymer matrix served as a biocompatible stabilizing and encapsulating carrier …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 · pp. 130–148 Read article
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Advances in Polymer-Based Nanocomposites for Moisture-Sensitive Applications
Abstract: Polymer-based nanocomposites have emerged as promising materials in sensor technology due to their superior mechanical, electrical, and environmental stability. These advanced materials offer unique advantages, such as enhanced sensitivity, durability, and adaptability to various environmental conditions, making them highly suitable for sensor applications. One of the most significant breakthroughs in this field is the integration of semiconducting nanoparticles (NPs) within a polymer matrix, which has led to remarkable improvements in …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 145–152 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of In2S3 Nanoflake Thin Film for Photosensor Applications
Abstract: Indium sulphide (In2S3) thin films in the form of nanoflakes are synthesized by using chemical vapour deposition method on glass substrate with the intension to test its photosensor applications. These as deposited nanoflake thin films are characterized for physicochemical properties using X-ray diffraction (XRD) pattern, energy dispersive X-ray (EDAX) analysis,scanning electron microscopy (SEM) while optoelectronic properties were studied using optical and electrical characteristics obtained through UV-Vis transmission spectroscopy and I-V …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 21–26 Read article
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A review of nanocomposite coatings for marine applications
Abstract: This paper reviews the performance and material characterization of nanocomposite coatings on the hydraulic pipelines of Ship A-Frame, which were corroded due to seawater exposure. Hydraulic pipe lines made of carbon steel face severe corrosion due to the highly corrosive nature of seawater with high salinity and microorganisms. The shipping industry utilizes organic and inorganic coatings to safeguard the hydraulic and seawater pipe lines of deck machines from marine pollution. …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Combustion Synthesis and Comprehensive Characterization of Pure and Ni-Doped CuFe₂O₄ Nanoparticles for Functional Composite Applications
Abstract: The CuFe2-xNixO4 (x = 0, 0.1, 0.3, and 0.5) nanoparticles were synthesized using a combustion method and comprehensively characterized to understand their suitability for polymer-based composite applications. X-ray diffraction confirmed the formation of a single-phase spinel ferrite structure with crystallite sizes of 20–30 nm. Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy verified the successful incorporation of Ni ions into the CuFe₂O₄ lattice, while FE-SEM analysis revealed uniformly dispersed nanoscale particles desirable for composite reinforcement. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Application of Polypyrrole/Lead Sulphide Nanocomposite in UV Light Assisted Photocatalysis and Gas Sensing
Abstract: The synthesis of ppy/lead sulphide nanocomposite was done using the co-precipitation method. The synthesized ppy/leadsulphide nanocomposite was characterized using Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Selected Area Electron Diffraction (SAED), X-Ray Powder Defraction (XRD), Fourier Transformation Infra-Red Spectroscopy (FTIR), UV-Vis Spectroscopy techniques. The optical bandgap of the synthesized ppy/lead sulphide nanocomposite was observed to be 3.48 eV. The synthesized material is crystalline, with an average crystallite size of 2.51 nm. The photocatalytic …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 13–27 Read article
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Catalytic Performance Improvement in Polymer Derived Nanostructures for Fuel Cell Applications
Abstract: The performance and operational lifetime of PEMFCs are closely linked to the catalytic activity and durability of cathode electrocatalysts. In this research, a polymer-derived cobalt–iron nitrogen-doped carbon (CoFe–N/C) nanostructured catalyst is developed to enhance the ORR performance for PEMFC applications. PAN and melamine serve as nitrogen-rich polymer precursors, while cobalt and iron salts generate highly dispersed metal–nitrogen active sites within a porous carbon matrix through thermal treatment at 900 °C. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 968–979 Read article
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Overview of Recent Advancement of Nano Stent in Pharmaceutical Application
Abstract: Interventional cardiology has witnessed remarkable progress with the evolution of nanotechnology, leading to the development of nanostents. Nanostents, characterized by their nanoscale features and innovative materials, have emerged as a cutting-edge solution for addressing the limitations associated with traditional stent technologies. This thorough analysis examines the most recent developments in the design, manufacture, and use of nanostents, emphasizing how they may completely transform vascular interventions. The first section of the …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 22–43 Read article
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Chemical Preparation Methods of Nano Material with their Applications
Abstract: Scientists were not satisfied with the diagnosis, exploration, injection and imaging through modern medical nanotechnology, but they were also able through this technology to activate smart microscopic bombs that target the cancer cell and detonate it, killing the cancer cells. This technology was tested on laboratory mice and achieved great success. Nanotechnology is the technology of the future, not only in the medical and therapeutic aspect, but also in everything …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article