Polymer nanocomposite dielectrics possess exceptional electric properties that are absent
in the pristine dielectric polymers. The matrix/particle interface in polymer nanocomposite …

The addition of nanoparticles (NPs) to a polymer matrix, forming a polymer nanocomposite
(PNC), is known to alter the microscopic dynamic processes of both species which leads to …

Reinforced silica–epoxy vitrimer nanocomposites have been made in a solvent-free, easily
processable, and economical way with filler contents up to 40 wt%. Increasing silica content …

With substantial progresses in reinforcement mechanism of nanoparticle filled polymers
(NPFPs) beyond the hydrodynamic limit, now is the time to reconsider this topic …

Polymer nanocomposites (PNCs) are important materials that are widely used in many
current technologies and potentially have broader applications in the future due to their …

It is well accepted that adding nanoparticles (NPs) to polymer melts can result in significant
property improvements. Here we focus on the causes of mechanical reinforcement and …

Although the reinforcing effect of fumed silica on silicone rubber is always better than that of
precipitated silica, their enhancement mechanism is still controversial due to the cognitive …

In recent years, polymer nanocomposites produced by combining nanofillers and a
polymeric matrix are emerging as interesting materials. Polymeric composites have a wide …

It is generally believed that the strength of the polymer–nanoparticle interaction controls the
modification of near-interface segmental mobility in polymer nanocomposites (PNCs) …

The mechanical reinforcement of polymer nanocomposites (PNCs) above the glass
transition temperature, T g, has been extensively studied. However, not much is known …