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Liquid-like polymer lubricating surfaces: Mechanism and applications
Liquid-like polymer lubricating surfaces (LPLSs) are solid substrates with highly flexible polymer chains grafted via covalent bonds. This unique...
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Hydrophilicity–hydrophobicity adjustable polymer-modified surfaces from one-step dip-coating method
The wettability feature is a fundamental and crucial property of solid surfaces which can be easily obtained and adjusted by polymer surface...
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TriboEE Occurring from Metal Surfaces During Sliding Contact with a Polymer Rod
First, we outline triboelectron emission (TriboEE), which occurs during rubbing between a metal and a polymer rod. Next, we describe the relationship...
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Wettability and durability of superhydrophobic-coated polymer surfaces for managed salt precipitation in desalination
Scaling of heat exchanger surfaces is a routinely encountered challenge during desalination of high-salinity brines. This can be addressed by...
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Polymer-Crosslinked Aerogels
Polymer-crosslinked aerogels are a class of nanocomposite materials in which a conformal polymer coating follows the contour surfaces of the...
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Concentrated Polymer Brush in Reciprocating Seal Improves Sealing Performance with Low Friction Even for Rough Surfaces and Immiscible Fluids
To achieve both lowering the fluid leakage and lowering the friction loss in a reciprocating seal, the effect of coating a concentrated polymer brush...
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Inorganic, Organic and Polymer-Based Nanomaterials
Nanomaterials have found enormous applications in distinct fields owing to their unique properties viz. large and functional surfaces, ease of...
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Polymer Composites for Environmental Pollution and Remediation
The unique blend of mechanical, chemical, and thermal properties found in polymer composites makes them a promising solution for addressing...
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Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystals
A polymer dispersed liquid crystal (PDLC) is a two-phase system containing liquid crystal (LC) domains, usually in the form of droplets, which are...
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Conducting Polymer Nanomaterials and Their Applications
A paradigm shift takes place in the fabrication of conducting polymers from bulky features with microsize to ultrafine features with nanometer range....
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Polymer-Based Electrolytes
The extensive use of electronic devices in various fields of medical science, self-automated robots, roll-up displays, and wearable devices has...
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Polymer Recycling by Radiation
Polymers have become integral part of human lives all over the world, owing to their multi-purpose utility starting from daily household commodities...
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Multiscale Modelling of Polymer Composites
Polymers are increasingly replacing conventional materials at a fast pace. New and innovative products are being developed daily. Any useful...
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Spectroscopic Analysis of Plasma Modified Polymer Surfaces
The surface properties of polymers are essential for various industrial applications. Spectroscopy techniques like Fourier-transform infrared...
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Synthesis and Applications of Different Polymer Composites
This study explores composite materials, intricate assemblies with superior properties achieved through matrix and reinforcement arrangements. These...
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Bioinspired Polymer Composite Implants
Long bone fractures are treated with internal fixation prostheses such as screws, pins, intramedullary nails, and bone plates, depending on the type...
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Reactive Extrusion: Filled Polymer Compounds and Its Applications
This chapter unveils the transformative potential of fillers and nanofiller infusion into polymer matrices through reactive extrusion. Reactive...
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An Overview on the Joining Processes of Polymer Composites
Various processes have been used in the fabrication of polymer matrix composites, including manual lay-up, compression moulding, pultrusion process,...
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Finite Deformation of Polymer Nanocomposites
Polymer nanocomposites are quite interesting to work with owing to their earth-friendly nature. Applications of polymer nanocomposites are getting...