Novel composite foam concept for head protection in oblique impacts
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DOI: 10.1002/adem.201700059
Abstract: Rotational acceleration experienced by the head during oblique impacts is known to cause traumatic brain injuries. It is hypothesized that shear properties of a foam layer, used for head protection (e.g., protective helmet liners, headliners… read more here.
Keywords: head; composite foam; oblique impacts; foam concept ... See more keywords
Three-dimensional N-doped graphene/polyaniline composite foam for high performance supercapacitors
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apsusc.2017.09.148
Abstract: Abstract Three-dimensional (3D) graphene aerogel and its composite with interconnected pores have aroused continuous interests in energy storage field owning to its large surface area and hierarchical pore structure. Herein, we reported the preparation of… read more here.
Keywords: three dimensional; composite foam; foam; graphene polyaniline ... See more keywords
Polyurethane/polydopamine/graphene auxetic composite foam with high-efficient and tunable electromagnetic interference shielding performance
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cej.2021.131635
Abstract: Abstract In this work, two kinds of auxetic composite foams of polyurethane (PU) with polydopamine (PDA) and graphene (GR) (PU/PDA/GR) were prepared by dip-coating and ultrasonic immersing, then followed by triaxial compression-heating process. The electromagnetic… read more here.
Keywords: emi shielding; foam; shielding performance; composite foam ... See more keywords
Microcellular polyetherimide/carbon nanotube composite foam: Structure, property and highly reinforcing mechanism
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2019.04.047
Abstract: Abstract Microcellular polyetherimide (PEI)/carbon nanotube (CNT) composite foams were prepared via water vapor-induced phase separation (WVIPS) process. The hydroxylated multi-wall nanotubes (MWNTs-OH) were applied, and strong interfacial interaction formed with PEI molecules by high grafting… read more here.
Keywords: foam; microcellular polyetherimide; composite foam; structure ... See more keywords
High-Performance Electromagnetic Interference Shielding and Photothermal Superhydrophobicity Achieved by Nuclear Sheath Stacking in Three-Dimensional Honeycomb Structure and Multi-Level Heterogeneous Interfaces.
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DOI: 10.1021/acsami.5c01232
Abstract: The unpredictable and extremely cold weather conditions, combined with increasing electromagnetic pollution, have posed a serious threat to human health and socioeconomic well-being. However, existing deicing technologies and electromagnetic interference (EMI) materials lack adaptability to… read more here.
Keywords: composite foam; electromagnetic interference; structure; foam ... See more keywords
Low-melting-point alloy/polyurethane auxetic composite foam for outstanding impact protection with favorable shape memory effect
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DOI: 10.1088/1361-665x/adcd19
Abstract: High energy dissipation materials are crucial for impact protection gear. Additionally, if these materials also have shape memory property, they can offer a better body fit and increase comfort feeling. Herein, we present a novel… read more here.
Keywords: composite foam; energy dissipation; foam; shape memory ... See more keywords
A flexoelectricity-enabled ultrahigh piezoelectric effect of a polymeric composite foam as a strain-gradient electric generator
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DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.adc8845
Abstract: All dielectric materials including ceramics, semiconductors, biomaterials, and polymers have the property of flexoelectricity, which opens a fertile avenue to sensing, actuation, and energy harvesting by a broad range of materials. However, the flexoelectricity of… read more here.
Keywords: flexoelectricity enabled; enabled ultrahigh; effect; flexoelectricity ... See more keywords
Low-Density and High-Performance Fiber-Reinforced PP/POE Composite Foam via Irradiation Crosslinking
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DOI: 10.3390/polym16060745
Abstract: This study addresses the challenge of achieving foam with a high expansion ratio and poor mechanical properties, caused by the low melt viscosity of semi-crystalline polypropylene (PP). We systematically employ a modification approach involving blending… read more here.
Keywords: crosslinked poe; composite foam; foam; density ... See more keywords