Effect of functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotubes on physicomechanical properties of silicone rubber nanocomposites

2019 ◽  
Vol 53 (22) ◽  
pp. 3157-3168 ◽  
Author(s):  
Milind Shashikant Tamore ◽  
Debdatta Ratna ◽  
Satyendra Mishra ◽  
Navinchandra Gopal Shimpi
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Thermal Stability ◽  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Silicone Rubber ◽  
Rubber Matrix ◽  
Uniform Dispersion ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Rubber Nanocomposites ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Scanning Electron

Ethyl-4-aminocinnamate functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotubes–reinforced silicone rubber nanocomposites were developed by means of compounding (two roll-mill) and molding (compression). Meanwhile, multi-walled carbon nanotubes were synthesized using a catalytic chemical vapor deposition technique and functionalized using ethyl-4-aminocinnamate. The as-synthesized and functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotubes were subjected to Raman spectroscopy, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, field emission scanning electron microscope, and transmission electron microscopy to know the presence of the functional group with its shape and size. Further, silicone rubber nanocomposites were subjected to study its mechanical (tensile strength, Young's modulus, and elongation at break), thermal (stability), and physical (swelling index and hardness) properties. The amount of loading of functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotubes was from 0 to 1 wt%. It was observed that with the increase in the amount of functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotubes loading, the properties were found to be increased. This improvement was due to uniform dispersion with the alignment of functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotubes inside the rubber matrix. Moreover, this improvement was due to weak functionalizing materials which make the surface smooth and glossy so as to facilitate uniform dispersion of materials. Also, thermal stability was found to be increased due to shifting of heat uniformly throughout the rubber matrix. Certainly, it reduces the swelling indices of silicone rubber as the chains are closely packed which does not allow a solution to get penetrated. This improvement in properties of silicone rubber nanocomposites was reflected from field emission scanning electron microscope, which shows uniform dispersion with the alignment of functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotubes inside the rubber matrix.

scholarly journals Polymeric Composites Based on Polyurea Matrix Reinforced with Carbon Nanotubes

2017 ◽  
Vol 54 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-44 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Adina Vulcan ◽  
Celina Damian ◽  
Paul Octavian Stanescu ◽  
Eugeniu Vasile ◽  
Razvan Petre ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Thermal Stability ◽  
Scanning Electron Microscopy ◽  
Tensile Tests ◽  
Mechanical Analysis ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Scanning Electron

This paper deals with the synthesis of polyurea and its use as polymer matrix for nanocomposites reinforced with multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT). Two types of materials were obtained during this research, the first cathegory uses the polyurea as matrix and the second one uses a mixture between epoxy resin and polyurea. The nanocomposites were characterized by Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Tensile Tests .The elastomeric features of nanocomposites were highlighted by the results which showed low value of Tg. Also higher thermal stability with ~40oC compared with commercial products (M20) were observed, but lower mechanical properties compared to neat polyurea.

Highly sensitive compression sensors using three-dimensional printed polydimethylsiloxane/carbon nanotube nanocomposites

2019 ◽  
Vol 30 (8) ◽  
pp. 1216-1224 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Charara ◽  
Mohammad Abshirini ◽  
Mrinal C Saha ◽  
M Cengiz Altan ◽  
Yingtao Liu
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Carbon Nanotube ◽  
Scanning Electron Microscope ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotube ◽  
Highly Sensitive ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Scanning Electron

This article presents three-dimensional printed and highly sensitive polydimethylsiloxane/multi-walled carbon nanotube sensors for compressive strain and pressure measurements. An electrically conductive polydimethylsiloxane/multi-walled carbon nanotube nanocomposite is developed to three-dimensional print compression sensors in a freestanding and layer-by-layer manner. The dispersion of multi-walled carbon nanotubes in polydimethylsiloxane allows the uncured nanocomposite to stand freely without any support throughout the printing process. The cross section of the compression sensors is examined under scanning electron microscope to identify the microstructure of nanocomposites, revealing good dispersion of multi-walled carbon nanotubes within the polydimethylsiloxane matrix. The sensor’s sensitivity was characterized under cyclic compression loading at various max strains, showing an especially high sensitivity at lower strains. The sensing capability of the three-dimensional printed nanocomposites shows minimum variation at various applied strain rates, indicating its versatile potential in a wide range of applications. Cyclic tests under compressive loading for over 8 h demonstrate that the long-term sensing performance is consistent. Finally, in situ micromechanical compressive tests under scanning electron microscope validated the sensor’s piezoresistive mechanism, showing the rearrangement, reorientation, and bending of the multi-walled carbon nanotubes under compressive loads, were the main reasons that lead to the piezoresistive sensing capabilities in the three-dimensional printed nanocomposites.

Photovoltaic properties of multi walled carbon nanotubes - poly(3-octathiophene) conducting polymer blends structures

2013 ◽  
Vol 1493 ◽  
pp. 139-144 ◽  
Author(s):  
Punya A. Basnayaka ◽  
Pedro Villalba ◽  
Manoj K. Ram ◽  
Lee Stefanakos ◽  
Ashok Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Conducting Polymer ◽  
Photoelectrochemical Cell ◽  
Photovoltaic Properties ◽  
Multi Wall Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Scanning Electron

AbstractIn the present study, we have studied photoelectrochemical properties of poly(3-octathiophene) (P3OT), blending with multi-wall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs). P3OT blended with MWCNTs was characterized using Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM), Raman spectroscope, and Cyclic Voltammetry (CV) techniques, respectively. The photoelectrochemical current of the MWCNs-P3OT based cell under illumination was investigated by applying a voltage. The blend consisting of 10% MWCNTs in P3OT gave the promising photocurrent in 0.2 M tetra-butyl-ammonium-tetrafluoroborate (TBATFB), electrolyte. Experimental results indicate that photocurrent obtained from MWCNT-P3OT was three times higher than simple P3OT-based conducting polymer. The electrochemical responses of MWCNT-P3OT films in different electrolytes such as 0.2M TBATFB, 0.2 M LiClO4, 1 M H2SO4 and 0.2 M LiBF6 were investigated for comparative photocurrent properties of the photoelectrochemical cell.

scholarly journals INFLUENCE OF FUNCTIONALIZED MULTI-WALLED CARBON NANOTUBES ON FILTERABILITY AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF RAYON NANOCOMPOSITE FILAMENTS

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Holia Onggo ◽  
Rike Yudianti ◽  
Endang Ruchiat
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Carbon Nanotube ◽  
Carbon Nanotube Dispersion ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Nanotube Dispersion ◽  
Scanning Electron

Carbon nanotube-rayon composite filaments was fabricated by spinning and coagulation of the mixture of 100mL functionalized carbon nanotube dispersion (containing 0.72 g FCNT) and cellulose xanthate in NaOH solution using viscose process. In the process, CNT was functionalized using mixture of acidic solution ( H2SO4/HNO3, 3:1 v/v). Influence of functionalized (FCNT) and non-functionalized carbon nanotubes (nFCNT) on the fabrication of rayon nanocomposite filament was studied. Physical and morphological properties of the nanocomposite filaments were characterized by single filament tenacity tester, photo micrograph, scanning electron microscope (SEM) and transmission electron microscope (TEM). Filterability and mechanical properties of FCNT-rayon nanocomposite filament greatly improved by reducing clogging constant from 1689 to 153 and increasing tenacity from 2.72 to 3.01 g/denier and decreasing elongation from 57.1 to 36.5% respectively compared with those of nFCNT-rayon nanocomposite filament.Keywords: functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotubes, nanocomposite filament, mechanical properties, filterability, dispersion  ABSTRAKRayon nanocomposite filaments telah dibuat melalui proses pemilinan (spinning) dan koagulasi (coagulation) dari campuran 100 mL larutan functionalized carbon nanotube dispersion (FCNT=0,72 g), selulosa santat dalam larutan NaOH melalui proses viskosa. CNT di functionalisasi (FCNT) menggunakan campuran larutan asam (H2SO4/HNO3, 3:1 v/v). Pengaruh fungsionalisasi CNT pada pembuatan rayon nanocomposite filaments dipelajari dengan cara membandingkannya dengan CNT tanpa fungsionalisasi (nFCNT). Sifat fisik dan morfologi dari rayon-nanocomposite filaments dikarakterisasi menggunakan tenacity tester, photo micrograph, scanning electron microscope (SEM) dan transmission electron microscope (TEM). Viskosa FCNT memiliki daya saring (Kw) cukup baik yaitu 155, sedangkan viskosa nFCNT  memiliki daya saring 1689 (tidak baik). Kekuatan mekanik dari FCNT-rayon nanocomposite filaments berturut turut adalah 3,01 g/denier (tenacity), dan 36,5% (elongation), lebih baik dibandingkan dengan nFCNT-rayon nanocomposite filament: 2,72 g/denier (tenacity) dan 57,1% (elongation).Kata kunci: fungsionalisasi multi-walled carbon nanotubes, rayon-nanocomposite filament, sifat mekanik, daya saring, dispersi

scholarly journals Influence of Powder and Liquid Multi-Wall Carbon Nanotubes on Hydration and Dispersion of the Cementitious Composites

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (21) ◽  
pp. 7948
Author(s):  
Gun-Cheol Lee ◽  
Youngmin Kim ◽  
Seongwon Hong
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Electrical Resistance ◽  
Cementitious Composites ◽  
Self Monitoring ◽  
Multi Wall Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Uniform Dispersion ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Dispersion Solution ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Scanning Electron

Two types of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs), powder and liquid, were added to cementitious composites to build self-sensing concrete. To properly evaluate and quantify the effect of MWCNTs on electrical resistance, various tests, including isothermal conduction calorimetry, were carried out. One of primary issues of self-monitoring concrete is dispersion, so ultrasonication was used to properly mix the CNTs in the dispersion solution, and silica fume was employed to make the specimens. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Raman spectroscopy, and porosity analyses were performed to investigate the physical properties of the composites and to confirm uniform dispersion. The distance of the electrical resistance was also measured, and the dosages and types of MWCNTs were analyzed.

scholarly journals KATALIS KARBON YANG DIBUAT DENGAN METODE HUMMERS TERMODIFIKASI UNTUK ASETILASI GLISEROL

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 95
Author(s):  
Nur Hidayati ◽  
Wahib Khoiruddin ◽  
Isnadiah Endang Mastuti ◽  
Wahyu Devi Satna Pambudi
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Scanning Electron Microscope ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Biodiesel Production ◽  
X Rays ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Scanning Electron

Gliserol adalah produk samping yang dihasilkan dari proses pembuatan biodiesel. Karena peningkatan produksi biodiesel, utilisasi gliserol yang melimpah menjadi asetin berpeluang dilakukan karena manfaat asetin sebagai sumber bahan baku untuk material lainnya yang bernilai lebih. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membuat katalis grafena oksida dari multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) dengan menggunakan metode hummers termodifikasi. Karakterisasi katalis GO dilakukan dengan menggunakan uji X-Rays Diffraction (XRD) dan Scanning Electron Microscope-Energi Dispersive X-ray (SEM-EDX). Aktivitas katalitik pada asetilasi gliserol menunjukkan konversi yang tinggi mencapai 94% pada suhu 110°C dalam 2 jam reaksi dengan menggunakan katalis 3% berat. Kata kunci: Asetilasi, Gliserol, Grafena Oksida, Metode Hummers Termodifikasi AbstractGlycerol is a by-product of biodiesel production. Due to the increase in biodiesel production, the utilization of abundant glycerol into acetin has the opportunity to be carried out because of the benefits of acetin as a source of raw material for other materials of higher value. This study aims to prepare graphene oxide catalysts from multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) using the modified Hummers method. The characterizations of GO catalyst were assessed using X-Rays Diffraction (XRD) and Scanning Electron Microscope-Energi Dispersive X-ray (SEM-EDX). The catalytic activity of glycerol acetylation showed a high conversion reaching 94% at 110°C in 2 hours of reaction using a 3% by weight catalyst.

The Effect of Density and Surface Area on Carbon Nanotube Capacitive Sensors for Dimethyl Methylphosphonate Detection

2012 ◽  
Vol 531-532 ◽  
pp. 519-522
Author(s):  
Hong Jun Jing ◽  
Ya Dong Jiang ◽  
Xiao Song Du
Keyword(s):  
Thin Films ◽  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Carbon Nanotube ◽  
Single Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Capacitive Sensors ◽  
Dimethyl Methylphosphonate ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Scanning Electron

Capacitive sensors for dimethyl methylphosphonate (DMMP) detection were prepared on interdigitated electrodes by airbrush process. Multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWNTs) and single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWNTs) were used as the chemically sensitive materials, respectively. Different airbrush carbon nanotube thin films were observed and compared by field-emission scanning electron microscope. It indicated that the capacitance of airbrush MWNT sensor decreased immediately when exposed to DMMP and recovered rapidly when removed DMMP in the range of 12-60 mg/m3(2.4-12 ppm). The sensitivity of airbrush MWNT sensor was about -1.39% at the concentration of 12 mg/m3(2.4 ppm). It was obvious that the capacitance sensitivity was higher when the MWNTs were more and the film was denser by airbrush. It was also found that the capacitance sensitivity of airbrush SWNT sensor was higher than the corresponding airbrush MWNT sensor.

Incorporation of Multi Wall Carbon Nanotubes into Glass-Surfaces via Laser-Treatment

2003 ◽  
Vol 772 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. Seeger ◽  
G. de la Fuente ◽  
W.K. Maser ◽  
A.M. Benito ◽  
A. Righi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Continuous Wave ◽  
Silica Surface ◽  
Multi Wall Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Composite Formation ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Glass Surfaces ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
First Time ◽  
Scanning Electron

AbstractCarbon nanotubes (CNT) are interesting candidates for the reinforcement in robust composites and for conducting fillers in polymers due to their fascinating electronic and mechanical properties. For the first time, we report the incorporation of multi walled carbon nanotubes (MWNTs) into silica-glass surfaces by means of partial surface-melting caused by a continuous wave Nd:YAG laser. MWNTs were detected being well incorporated in the silica-surface. The composites are characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and Raman-spectroscopy. A model for the composite-formation is proposed based on heatabsorption by MWNTs and a partial melting of the silica-surface.

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