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Morphology, Rheology, and Applications of Nanosilica and Nanocalcium Carbonate-Filled Polymer Blends Publisher



T Karimi TANNAZ ; F Mottaghitalab FATEMEH ; M Farokhi MEHDI
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Source: Published:2024


Abstract

Blending various polymers is one strategy for producing composites with superior mechanical and rheological properties. However, this strategy is limited to miscible polymers or phase-separated polymer blends with suitable interfacial banding. To overcome this limitation, nanoparticles (NPs) can be used as fillers to enhance the interactions between the polymer blends. Among various NP fillers, nanosilica (SiO2 NPs) and nanocalcium carbonate (nano-CaCO3), as inorganic materials, have garnered attention due to their cost-effectiveness, recyclability, chemical stability, and non-toxicity. Incorporating these fillers into the polymeric matrix can enhance their mechanical and rheological properties. This chapter discusses recent advances in utilizing nanoparticulate SiO2 and CaCO3 fillers in various polymeric matrices. © 2024 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.