Advanced functional materials based on nanocellulose/Mxene: A review

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Sustainable Materials

Background:

• Growing demand for sustainable materials drives innovation in renewable functional materials.
• Nanocellulose, derived from cellulose, possesses desirable properties like high surface area, crystallinity, and mechanical strength.
• Two-dimensional (2D) graphitic materials, such as MXenes, offer excellent conductivity and mechanical properties.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the progress of advanced functional materials integrating nanocellulose and MXenes.
• To highlight the potential of these hybrid materials in various applications.
• To address challenges and explore future prospects of MXene/nanocellulose composites.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of research on nanocellulose and MXene integration.
• Analysis of the properties and applications of nanocellulose-MXene composites.
• Discussion of synthesis strategies and characterization techniques.

Main Results:

• Nanocellulose-MXene composites exhibit synergistic properties beneficial for advanced applications.
• These hybrid materials show promise as building blocks, carriers, scaffolds, and reinforcing agents.
• The integration enhances conductivity, mechanical strength, and surface area compared to individual components.

Conclusions:

• MXene/nanocellulose composites represent a sustainable frontier in materials science.
• Further research into these composites can unlock novel applications and eco-friendly solutions.
• Addressing current challenges will accelerate the development and adoption of these advanced materials.