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Current nanocomposite advances for biomedical and environmental application diversity.
Narsimha Mamidi1,2, Ramiro M V Delgadillo2, Alan O Sustaita2
1School of Pharmacy, Wisconsin Center for NanoBioSystems, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, Wisconsin, USA.
Medicinal Research Reviews
|September 17, 2024
Summary
Nanocomposite materials, using nanomaterials to reinforce polymers, offer versatile solutions for healthcare, energy, and environmental issues. Their unique properties and adaptability present significant opportunities and ongoing challenges across diverse applications.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Nanotechnology
- Polymer Science
Background:
- Nanocomposite materials integrate nanomaterials (nanofillers) with polymer matrices (synthetic or natural).
- These materials offer advantages like simplicity, versatility, lightweight design, and cost-effectiveness.
- They exhibit unique physicochemical properties, biocompatibility, and biodegradability, making them suitable for advanced applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review metallic and nonmetallic nanomaterials as reinforcing agents in polymeric matrices.
- To elucidate the design and engineering principles for developing functional nanocomposites.
- To examine recent advancements and applications of nanocomposite materials in industrial, environmental, and biomedical fields.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive survey of metallic and nonmetallic nanofillers.
- Analysis of reinforcing efficacy in various polymeric matrices.
- Systematic review of design principles and engineering approaches for nanocomposite development.
- Exhaustive examination of recent applications and advancements.
Main Results:
- Nanomaterials effectively enhance polymer properties, creating advanced nanocomposites.
- Functional nanocomposites are engineered through methodical design and controlled nano-structuring.
- Significant progress has been made in industrial, environmental, biomedical, and clinical applications.
Conclusions:
- Nanocomposite materials are crucial for addressing challenges in healthcare, energy storage, and environmental remediation.
- Their adaptability and controllable surface structure are key to their widespread adoption.
- Ongoing challenges remain in optimizing nanocomposite performance and application across various domains.
