Polymer Nanocomposites based on Inorganic and Organic Nanomaterials [Hardcover]

This book covers all aspects of the different classes of nanomaterials  from synthesis to application. It investigates in detail the use and feasibility of developing nanocomposites with these nanomaterials as reinforcements. The book encompasses synthesis and properties of cellulose nanofibers, bacterial nanocellulose, carbon nanotubes / nanofibers, graphene, nanodiamonds, nanoclays, inorganic nanomaterials and their nanocomposites for high-end applications such as electronic devices, energy storage, structural and packaging. The book also provides insight into various modification techniques for improving the functionality of nanomaterials apart from their compatibility with the base matrix.

Part I: Nanomaterials

1 Cellulose Nanofibers: Synthesis, Properties and Applications 3
Mahuya Das and Rupa Bhattacharyya

1.1 Introduction 3

1.2 Synthesis of Cellulose Nanofibers 4

1.3 Properties of Cellulose Nanofibers 14

1.4 Applications of Nanocellulose Fibers 28

1.5 Conclusion 32

References 33

2 Bacterial Nanocellulose: Synthesis, Properties and Applications 39
M.L. Foresti, P. Cerrutti and A. Vazquez

2.1 Introduction 39

2.2 Bacterial Nanocellulose Synthesis 41

2.3 Bacterial Nanocellulose Properties 49

2.4 Bacterial Nanocellulose Applications 52

2.5 Conclusions 57

References 58

3 Carbon Nanofibers: Synthesis, Properties and Applications 63
Tanmoy Rath

3.1 Introduction 63

3.2 Carbon Nanofiber Structure and Defects 65

3.3 Synthesis lC'