Nanomaterials for Composites

Composite nanomaterials represent a groundbreaking fusion of nanotechnology and composite materials, integrating nanoscale reinforcements into traditional matrices. These materials harness the exceptional properties of nanoparticles, such as carbon nanotubes, graphene, or nanoparticles like silica or alumina, to enhance the mechanical, electrical, thermal, and even optical characteristics of composites. Their minute size provides superior strength, conductivity, and lightweight attributes, making them invaluable in diverse fields like electronics, medicine, aerospace, and renewable energy. The precision control over their composition and structure offers unparalleled opportunities for creating materials with unprecedented functionalities and performance.

NIOSH Study Measures Graphene Exposures in U.S., Sets Preliminary Benchmark
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NIOSH Study Measures Graphene Exposures in U.S., Sets Preliminary Benchmark

NIOSH study of exposures at 11 graphene producers and users in U.S. results in proposed limit, recommends composites sector receive nanocarbons embedded in masterbatch vs. handling dry nanopowder directly.

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HydroGraph Launches Pre-Dispersed Fractal Graphene Paste

Highly concentrated, stabilized graphene enables faster, more uniform dispersion into water-based formulations such as composite resin systems, eliminating a key barrier to commercial graphene adoption.

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Soarce Launches Open-Access Nanocellulose University Video Series

SNAPSHOT: The free educational series is pitched at engineers, formulators and researchers working with nanocellulose in composite and industrial applications.

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PC-ABS, PPSU ESD Pellets Extend Mechnano dCNT Materials Platform

Availability of two electrostatic dissipative (ESD) additive manufacturing materials incorporating Mechnano’s discrete carbon nanotubes technology grant electrostatic control and structural performance.

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NAWAH opens first U.S. VACNT manufacturing facility in Ohio

The French deep-tech company's 38,000-square-foot plant will produce vertically aligned carbon nanotube interleaving film for composite applications in sports equipment, aviation and aerospace.

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FGR accelerates U.S. expansion, defense sector exposure with Mito acquisition

The Australian company will take on all of Mito’s commercially proven assets, IP, graphene-focused product lines and manufacturing capabilities for large-scale industrial, aerospace and defense opportunities.

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IMDEA Materials develops multifunctional Kevlar using laser photothermal conversion

A study demonstrates how laser-induced graphene can be created directly on the surface of Kevlar-based composites without affecting structural integrity, enabling integrated sensing, electromagnetic shielding and de-icing capabilities.

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OCSiAl study reveals graphene nanotubes cut conductive material CO2 emissions up to 26%

More traditional conductive fillers can be replaced with single- or multi-walled carbon nanotubes to accelerate decarbonization in a high-emissions production process.

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Advanced Carbons Council 2026 report maps global graphene industry

Comprehensive report addresses the state of the graphene industry including detailed data on 194 market players, and strategic analyses on its evolution, barriers and future.

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Advanced Carbons Council webinar breaks down graphene fundamentals, pricing dynamics

Feb. 24 online event will provide easy-to-understand concepts and practical tools on the how and why of graphene for production, application, R&D and materials professionals.

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OCSiAl to develop Luxembourg graphene nanotube hub

Aiming to make it the largest in the world, the $300 million flagship facility will serve as a scalable, energy-efficient manufacturing center for European advanced materials.

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Korean researchers develop 3D printed CNT sensors for health monitoring, flexible electronics and smart textiles

CNT-based nanocomposites are optimized specifically for vat photopolymerization-type 3D printing, maintaining high stretchability and electrical conductivity.

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Architected graphene microfillers for lightweighting, reinforcement

CAMX 2025: Dickinson presents its portfolio of “metamaterials,” looking to collaborate with industry partners to demonstrate their scaled-up mechanical capabilities and potential.

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Infinite Composites: Type V tanks for space, hydrogen, automotive and more

After a decade of proving its linerless, weight-saving composite tanks with NASA and more than 30 aerospace companies, this CryoSphere pioneer is scaling for growth in commercial space and sustainable transportation on Earth.

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Nanomaterials optimize performance of space-ready carbon fiber composite panels

A recent ESA project led by Adamant Composites aimed to mature nanomaterial-enhanced CFRP for lighter weight, more thermally and electrically conductive materials for manufacturing satellite structures.

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Ultra-lightweight skis demonstrate potential of graphene-reinforced composites

With a graphene additive, Folsom Custom Skis evolved and optimized the material makeup of its carbon fiber composite touring skis for higher performance at a lighter weight.      

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JEC World 2023 highlights: Recyclable resins, renewable energy solutions, award-winning automotive

CW technical editor Hannah Mason recaps some of the technology on display at JEC World, including natural, bio-based or recyclable materials solutions, innovative automotive and renewable energy components and more.

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Graphene nanotubes enhance conductivity, performance of composite printing sleeves

Two customer projects demonstrate that small amounts of OCSiAl's TUBALL nanotubes can replace carbon black for fiberglass composite printing sleeves.

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NASA Institute develops carbon nanotube-based composites for Mars spacecraft

The five-year project employs computational modeling techniques to build composite panels that are three times stiffer and stronger than current carbon fiber to enable manned missions to Mars.

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