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This study introduces a simple, defect-free method to disperse carbon nanotubes (CNTs) in organic solvents using dopamine and polyethylene glycol. The resulting CNT/thermoplastic polyurethane composites show enhanced strength without compromising flexibility.

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  • Nanotechnology
  • Polymer Science

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  • Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) offer exceptional properties but suffer from poor dispersibility in polymers.
  • Conventional chemical modifications for dispersion can damage CNT structure and degrade mechanical properties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a simple, scalable, and defect-free method for dispersing CNTs in organic solvents.
  • To improve the compatibility of CNTs with organic polymers for enhanced nanocomposite performance.

Main Methods:

  • Surface modification of CNTs using dopamine and amine-terminated polyethylene glycol derivatives.
  • Characterization of modified CNTs using TGA, FT-IR, XPS, SEM, and TEM.
  • Preparation and testing of CNT/thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) nanocomposites.

Main Results:

  • Achieved well-dispersed CNTs in various organic solvents without structural damage.
  • Demonstrated solubility-tunable CNTs.
  • CNT/TPU composites exhibited improved tensile strength while maintaining elongation at break.

Conclusions:

  • The novel surface modification method provides a scalable route to defect-free, well-dispersed CNTs.
  • This approach enables the creation of high-performance polymer nanocomposites with enhanced mechanical properties.