Graphene-reinforced thermoplastic elastomer nanocomposites: a micromechanical overview

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2025

Abstract

This chapter focuses on polymer nanocomposites based on thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) nanocomposites reinforced with graphene and its derivatives. We review various methods for preparing graphene-reinforced TPE nanocomposites. Subsequently, we study their characteristics, with a particular emphasis on morphological attributes, to establish connections between these properties and the underlying microstructure. The reinforcement potential of graphene in the TPE matrix is analyzed using micromechanical approaches. Additionally, we use micromechanical models to explain why the mechanical properties of the resulting nanocomposite are much lower than expected, despite the high modulus and mechanical strength of graphene. Finally, we introduce Raman spectroscopy as a powerful tool for investigating the microstructural characteristics of graphene-reinforced TPEs.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Raman Spectroscopy Applied to Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites

First Page

441

Last Page

476

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