CNTCs

CNTCs, or Carbon Nanotube Composites, are advanced materials created by embedding carbon nanotubes (CNTs) into a polymer matrix. This combination leverages the exceptional properties of CNTs, such as their high tensile strength, electrical conductivity, and thermal stability, to enhance the performance of the base polymer. The incorporation of CNTs can significantly improve the mechanical strength, stiffness, and electrical and thermal conductivity of the resulting composite material.

The fabrication of CNTCs typically involves dispersing CNTs uniformly within a polymer precursor, followed by processing techniques like extrusion, molding, or curing. Achieving a homogeneous dispersion of CNTs is crucial for maximizing their reinforcing effect, as agglomeration can lead to defects and reduced performance. Various methods, including ultrasonication and the use of surfactants, are employed to achieve this dispersion.

CNTCs find applications in a wide range of fields due to their enhanced properties. In aerospace and automotive industries, they are used to create lighter and stronger structural components, leading to improved fuel efficiency. Their electrical conductivity makes them suitable for antistatic coatings, electromagnetic shielding, and conductive inks. In the electronics sector, CNTCs are explored for use in flexible displays, sensors, and energy storage devices like supercapacitors and batteries. The development of CNTCs continues to focus on improving dispersion techniques, understanding the CNT-matrix interface, and scaling up production for commercial viability.