As a thriving family of 2D nanomaterials, early transition metal carbides and carbonitrides
(MXenes) are regarded as promising candidates in various applications. To enhance the …

Semi-infinite single-atom-thick graphene is an ideal reinforcing material that can
simultaneously improve the mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties of matrix. Here …

Polymer-based nanocomposites have been one of the most spotlighted multifunctional
condensed materials with the rapidly growing advancement of nanotechnology. Owing to …

Upon crumpling, graphene sheets yield intriguing hierarchical structures with high
resistance to compression and aggregation, garnering a great deal of attention in recent …

Polymer nanocomposite films have recently shown superior energy dissipation capability by
using the micro-projectile impact testing method. However, how stress waves interact with …

The usage of waste for the development of sustainable building materials has received an
increasing attention in socio-eco-environment spheres. The rice husk ash (RHA) produced …

This study utilized molecular dynamics simulation to investigate the mechanical properties of
polymer, graphene, graphene oxide, and their composites. Polypropylene, polyethylene …

Polymer‐clay nanocomposites (PCNs) are commonly applied as multi‐functional structural
materials with exceptional thermomechanical properties, while maintaining the …

The incorporation of stiff nano-additives (such as graphene) into a relatively soft polymer
material (such as epoxy) usually leads to an improvement in elastic properties (ie, Young's …

Understanding the interfacial behavior of graphene-polymer nanocomposite is a long-
standing endeavor to gain deep insight into the mechanical properties of engineered …