Multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs)

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• Published Subscription Original Research Special issue 28 Apr 2026

  Synthesis of Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites Incorporating MWCNTS and Graphene: A Study on Dynamic Mechanical Behavior and Cole–Cole Representation

  By Rathinasabapathi G., Prasenjit Chatterjee

  Abstract: Glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) composites were fabricated using multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) and graphene as nanofillers through the hand lay-up technique. Two sets of composites were prepared by incorporating MWCNTs and graphene separately into the epoxy resin matrix at varying weight percentages (2%, 4%, 6%, 8%, and 10%). Mechanical and viscoelastic properties were evaluated following ASTM standards, and Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) was performed to study their mechanical and …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1411–1403 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research Special issue 30 Jul 2025

  Thermo-Mechanical and Electrical Properties of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotube-Enhanced Polyimide Composites for Aerospace Thermal Protection Systems

  By R. Meenakshi Reddy, P. Piramanayagam, M. Sridharan, Padhyala Priyadarsan, Jnanaranjan Acharya, Surrya Prakash Dillibabu, Beporam Iftekhar Hussain, Dinesh Babu R.

  Abstract: Advanced aerospace thermal protection systems (TPS) require multifunctional materials that simultaneously provide high thermal stability, mechanical strength, and reliable electrical performance. Polyimide (PI) is widely used in aerospace structures due to its lightweight design and exceptional thermal durability, yet its low thermal conductivity and insulating behavior limit its effectiveness in heat dissipation and electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding applications. This study addresses these limitations by developing multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT)-reinforced polyimide …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 966–982 Read article →

• 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 →