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Polymerically modified layered silicates: an effective route to nanocomposites
Jinguo Zhang1, E Manias, Charles A Wilkie
1Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA.
Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
|June 25, 2008
Summary
This review covers polymer/clay nanocomposite modification using polymeric surfactants and polycations. It details synthesis, preparation, and fabrication methods for advanced material properties.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Polymer Chemistry
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Polymer/clay nanocomposites are extensively studied materials.
- Traditional clay modification uses small organic cations, limiting surfactant options.
- Novel modification strategies are needed for advanced nanocomposite properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review clay modification strategies using polymeric surfactants and polycations.
- To cover synthesis, preparation, and fabrication of polymerically modified clays.
- To discuss the properties of resulting polymer nanocomposites.
Main Methods:
- Review of literature on polymeric surfactant and polycation synthesis.
- Analysis of methods for preparing polymerically modified clays.
- Examination of polymer nanocomposite fabrication techniques.
Main Results:
- Polymeric surfactants and polycations offer versatile clay modification.
- These methods enable tailored synthesis and improved nanocomposite properties.
- A comprehensive overview of strategies and their outcomes is presented.
Conclusions:
- Polymer/clay nanocomposite modification has advanced significantly.
- Polymeric surfactants and polycations represent a key development.
- This review provides a roadmap for future research and applications.
