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3 articles for “silver nanowires (AgNWs)”

• Published Subscription Original Research 23 Apr 2025

  Polymer-Based Transparent Conductive Composites for Flexible Solar Panel Coatings

  By P. Suresh Kumar, Krishnagandhi Pachiappan, J Ananth, M Pandikumar, Arigela Sri Harsha, Md Irshad Alam, A.Vijayalakshmi, Prashant Sunagar, Sapthagirivasan V

  Abstract: This study investigates the fabrication and characterization of polymer-based transparent conductive composites (PTCCs) tailored for flexible solar panel coatings using poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) and poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) matrices reinforced with silver nanowires (AgNWs), multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs), and PEDOT:PSS. The composites were synthesized through a solution blending and doctor-blade casting method followed by post-treatments to enhance interfacial bonding and conductivity. Optical transmittance values above 85% were achieved across all composite …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 99–110 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research 23 Aug 2025

  Polymer-Nanowire Hybrid Composites Based on PEDOT: PSS and AgNWs for High-Performance Conductive Films in Flexible Devices

  By R. Muthukumar, S. M. Prakash, Nantha Kumar P, Dinesh V, Radhey Shyam Meena, Sivakumar, Radhika G Deshmukh, V G Pratheep, Zakir Hussain

  Abstract: The growing demand for flexible photovoltaic and wearable optoelectronic devices has intensified research into polymer-based conductive composites that provide transparency, flexibility, and electrical efficiency. In this work, we report the fabrication and characterization of a hybrid polymer nanocomposite electrode comprising silver nanowires (AgNWs) embedded within a PEDOT:PSS matrix, deposited on flexible polyethylene terephthalate (PET) substrates. The PEDOT:PSS polymer phase, modified with 5 vol% dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) and 0.1 vol% Zonyl …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 236–250 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research Special issue 4 Aug 2025

  Next-Generation Conductive Polymer Composites for Flexible and Wearable Electronics

  By Mude Sreenivasulu, Shaik Taj Mahaboob, Rajkumari Narnaware, Shailaja Mantha, Manisha, Pankaj Agarwal

  Abstract: The rising demand for flexible and wearable electronics has accelerated research into conductive polymer composites (CPCs) due to their lightweight nature, electrical conductivity, and mechanical flexibility. Despite significant advancements, challenges such as reduced conductivity under mechanical deformation and limited durability persist. This study aims to develop next-generation CPCs with enhanced conductivity, flexibility, and self-healing capabilities. Hybrid nanofillers—graphene, carbon nanotubes (CNTs), and silver nanowires (AgNWs)—were incorporated into bio-based conductive polymers through …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 550–566 Read article →