ReviewPolymers2024
Functionalization of Carbon Nanotubes in Polystyrene and Properties of Their Composites: A Review.
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6 citing papers in PubMed, 49 citations in OpenAlex.
- L-glutamine-functionalized magnetic polystyrene for highly efficient synthesis of 2-amino-4H-pyrans.Discover nano · 2026Article
- Cross-linked PVA/PSSA-CNTs based polyelectrolyte membranes with enhanced proton conductivity for fuel cell applications.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Synthesis of styrene polymer grafted nanocarbon particles for application as reinforcement additive for unsaturated polyester plastics.RSC advances · 2026Article
- Electrospun Polycaprolactone/Carbon Nanotube Membranes for Transdermal Drug Delivery Systems.Polymers · 2025Article
- Unveiling the Unique Reinforcement Mechanisms of Coiled Carbon Nanotubes and Their Hydrogenated Counterparts in Asphalt Modification.Nanomaterials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Advances in Electrically and Thermally Conductive Functional Nanocomposites Based on Carbon Nanotubes.Polymers · 2024Review
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Abstract
The inherent π-π interfacial interaction between carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and polystyrene (PS) makes the CNT/PS composite a representative thermoplastic nanocomposite. However, the strong van der Waals force among CNTs poses challenges to achieving effective dispersion. This review provides an overview of various CNT functionalization methods for CNT/PS composites, encompassing covalent grafting with PS-related polymers and non-covalent modification. A focus in this section involves the pre-introduction surface modification of CNTs with PS or PS-related polymers, substantially enhancing both CNT dispersibility and interfacial compatibility within the PS matrix. Furthermore, a comprehensive summary of the mechanical, electrical, thermal, and electromagnetic shielding properties of CNT/PS nanocomposites is provided, offering an overall understanding of this material. The surface modification methods of CNTs reviewed in this paper can be extended to carbon material/aromatic polymer composites, assisting researchers in customizing the optimal surface modification methods for CNTs, maximizing their dispersibility, and fully unleashing the various properties of CNTs/polymer composites. Additionally, high-performance CNTs/PS composites prepared using appropriate CNT modification methods have potential applications in areas such as electronic devices, sensors, and energy storage and conversion.
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