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The Effect of Interfacial Chemical Bonding in TiO2-SiO2 Composites on Their Photocatalytic NOx Abatement Performance
Published on: July 4, 2017
Examining the Effects of TiO2 and ZnO Binders on Polymer Nanocomposites and Metal Oxide Nanoparticles Production
1Department of Mechanical Engineering, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Science (SIMATS); arunkarthik116@gmail.com.
Abstract:
This protocol presents a structured method for fabricating polymer nanocomposites using TiO₂ and ZnO nanoparticles as hybrid binder systems to enhance the multifunctional performance of the resulting materials. The primary goal is to achieve uniform nanoparticle dispersion, improved interfacial bonding, and reduced agglomeration within polymer matrices production application. The procedure includes nanoparticle preparation and surface conditioning, controlled dispersion via mechanical and/or ultrasonication, incorporation into the polymer matrix, and composite curing under optimized conditions to ensure structural stability. The synergistic integration of TiO₂ and ZnO enables complementary functional contributions, including thermal stabilization, UV shielding, mechanical reinforcement, and enhanced surface properties. The resulting nanocomposite system provides a scalable, reproducible framework for developing high-performance materials suitable for coatings, flexible electronics, packaging, sensing platforms, and biomedical applications that require durability and multifunctionality.