Flame retardancy of nanocomposites with emphasis on Halloysite nanotubes

D Rawtani, S Satish, P Rao - Journal of Industrial and Engineering …, 2023 - Elsevier
Industrial and academic communities have been paying close attention to developments in
polymer nanocomposite technology. Nanomaterials can be combined to create …

Natural bioactive formulations for biodegradable cotton eco-fabrics with antimicrobial and fire-shielding properties

B Szadkowski, M Piotrowska, P Rybiński… - International Journal of …, 2023 - Elsevier
In this study, eco-friendly cotton fabrics with antimicrobial and flame-retardant properties
were produced using newly developed bioactive formulations. The new natural formulations …

On the Thermo-Oxidative Aging of Elastomers: A Comprehensive Review

ENM Chung, MI Kittur, A Andriyana, P Ganesan - Polymer, 2024 - Elsevier
Elastomers undergo thermo-oxidative aging when exposed to high temperatures and
oxidation, leading to material degradation and potential failure. Understanding this process …

Enhancing the thermal stability and mechanical properties of phenyl silicone rubbers by controlling BN addition and phenyl content

M Sheng, J Yu, H Gong, Y Zhang, Y Wang - Composites Communications, 2022 - Elsevier
Silicone rubber matrix composites with high thermal stability and flexibility are widely used in
electronics and aerospace industries. In this work, boron nitride (BN) was added into the …

Use of expanded perlite as green filler for the preparation of EPDM‐perlite rubber composites with improved thermal stability and insulation properties

C Çavdaroğlu, U Olgun, E Altuncu - Polymer Composites, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
The present study investigated the use of expanded perlite (e‐perlite) as a sustainable and
cost‐effective filler for EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) rubber composites …

Non-Destructive Evaluation of Thermal Aging in EPDM Rubber Using Electromagnetic Techniques

S Sepehri, S Trey, K Lake, C Cumming, C Johansson - Materials, 2023 - mdpi.com
This study investigates the use of eddy-current technology and impedance spectroscopy in
sensing the change in rubber properties after it is exposed to accelerated thermal aging. The …

Simultaneously achieving excellent heat aging resistance and grip performance in carbon black/glass flake/EPDM rubber composite for overhead line spacers

Q Wang, M Yao, Y Quan, D Zhuang - Materials Today Communications, 2024 - Elsevier
The preparation of wire clamp rubber with semiconductivity, low compression set (C-Set),
high mechanical strength, heat aging resistance, and high grip strength is vital for overhead …

A Review of EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) Rubber-Based Nanocomposites: Properties and Progress

NL Costa, CT Hiranobe, HP Cardim, G Dognani… - Polymers, 2024 - mdpi.com
Ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) is a synthetic rubber widely used in industry
and commerce due to its high thermal and chemical resistance. Nanotechnology has …

Sulfur and Peroxide Vulcanization of the Blends Based on Styrene–Butadiene Rubber, Ethylene–Propylene–Diene Monomer Rubber and Their Combinations

J Kruželák, A Kvasničáková, M Džuganová, J Hanzlik… - Materials, 2024 - mdpi.com
Rubber blends based on styrene–butadiene rubber, ethylene–propylene–diene monomer
rubber and a combination of both rubbers were cured with different sulfur and peroxide …

Improved body and interface properties of EPDM insulation for HVDC cable accessory by grafted voltage stabilizer

C Li, Y Jin, Y Sun, D Ji, X Yang, M Shao, H Zhao - Surfaces and Interfaces, 2024 - Elsevier
As a key component in HVDC cable accessory, EPDM insulation is prone to breakdown both
in body and along interface. To improve the comprehensive electrical strength of EPDM …