Demonstration of Carbon Nanotube Coated Metals Reinforcing Polymer Matrix Composites

Advancements in interfacial bonding will improve all types of polymer matrix composites (PMCs) using regular carbon fibers, metals or metal meshes by significantly improving strength, toughness, thermal conductivity, gas impermeability and electrical conductivity. In this article we demonstrate a di...

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Published in:Advanced engineering materials 2004-02, Vol.6 (1-2), p.48-52
Main Authors: Vander Wal, R.L., Hall, L.J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Carbon Nanotubes
Coating
Coating, metals
Composites
Exact sciences and technology
Forms of application and semi-finished materials
metals
Polymer industry, paints, wood
Polymer Matrix Composites
Technology of polymers
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Summary:Advancements in interfacial bonding will improve all types of polymer matrix composites (PMCs) using regular carbon fibers, metals or metal meshes by significantly improving strength, toughness, thermal conductivity, gas impermeability and electrical conductivity. In this article we demonstrate a distributed interface between carbon nanotube (CNT) coated stainless steel (SS) metal foils and a host polymer matrix. With the metal acting as both catalyst and support, the CNTs bridge the interface between the two dissimilar materials to create a volumetrically distributed 3‐dimensional interface.
ISSN:1438-1656
1527-2648
DOI:10.1002/adem.200300514