Since the discovery of graphene in 2004, investigation concerning the novel performances
of 2D nanosheets embedded polymer composites have grown rapidly in various fields. In …

This report traces the leading scientific endeavors to enhance the dielectric strength of
polymer dielectrics for energy storage and electrical insulation applications. Remarkable …

High‐voltage direct current (HVDC) and high‐voltage alternating current (HVAC) cables are
the most important equipment for high‐voltage, large‐capacity and long‐distance power …

The majority of metals, when exposed to the atmosphere, react with their surroundings to
produce stable metallic chemical compounds in the form of oxides, carbides, and sulphides …

Electrical treeing is a commonly observed phenomenon associated with dielectric
breakdown in solid dielectrics. In this work, a phase-field model is developed to study the …

Dielectric breakdown is a fundamental issue for ferroelectric ceramics. In this work, a phase-
field method is introduced to study the breakdown behavior of ferroelectric ceramics with …

Tensile and compressive stress, produced by the spring clamp device and the banding force
after the expansion of silicone rubber stress cone, can affect the electrical properties of …

Polymer nanocomposites have gained much attention among researchers due to their
excellent characteristics, such as high thermal resistivity and the ability to withstand higher …

Ferroelectric polymers have attracted increasing attention due to their distinguished
dielectric and piezoelectric properties. Dielectric breakdown is one of the main failure …

The degradation of insulating materials has been recognized as a prime cause of the
precocious failure of cable systems. In this research, the role of simultaneous thermal and …