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Bioinspired design principles from natural composites can guide the development of advanced two-dimensional (2D) materials like MXene. This review extracts key features for creating high-performance multifunctional 2D composites.

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Biomimetics
  • Nanotechnology

Background:

  • Two-dimensional (2D) materials, including MXene, offer exceptional properties for electronics and sensors.
  • Multifunctional composites require a balance of specialized functions and mechanical strength.
  • Current understanding of mechanical performance in 2D composite design is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review structure-function relationships in natural 2D composites (nacre, oyster exoskeletons).
  • To extract bioinspired design principles for engineered 2D composite systems.
  • To address limitations in current 2D composite design and processing.

Main Methods:

  • Critical review of natural 2D composite structures and properties.
  • Analysis of bioinspired design features: flake geometry, interface interlocking, polymer interphases.
  • Discussion of processing challenges and potential solutions (e.g., roughened interfaces).

Main Results:

  • Identified key bioinspired features: controlled flake geometry, enhanced interlocks, and polymer interphases.
  • Highlighted processing challenges: flake size control and incorporating interlocking mechanisms.
  • Proposed solutions: roughened interfaces and surface waviness for improved performance.

Conclusions:

  • Bioinspired design offers a promising pathway for developing advanced 2D engineered composites.
  • Multiscale modeling and machine learning can bridge the gap between theory and practice.
  • Further research is needed to overcome processing complexities and realize the full potential of 2D composites.