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.
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VIEW ALLIMDEA 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.
Read MoreOCSiAl 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.
Read MoreAdvanced 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.
Read MoreAdvanced 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.
Read MoreOCSiAl 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.
Read MoreKorean 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.
Read MoreAdvanced Carbons Council announces graphene ISO technical specification
ISO/TS 9651:2025 provides a classification framework for nanomaterials, specifying the characteristics of graphene-related 2D materials and their respective measurement methods.
Read MoreHydroGraph launches Compounding Partner Program to expand graphene-enhanced thermoplastics
Through the establishment of a qualified network of partners, HydroGraph is building commercial availability of unreinforced and reinforced thermoplastic compounds that incorporate its Fractal Graphene material.
Read MoreGraphmatech secures €2.5 million EU grant for Uppsala pilot facility
Funding will scale the Swedish startup’s polymer-graphene hydrogen storage lining, made for Type 4 tanks and pipelines, with plans to deploy in commercial vehicles by 2027.
Read MoreFibreCoat develops radar-absorbing fiber-reinforced composite
Broadband, flexible material offers protection against radiation, heat and electromagnetic interference, and maintains performance across curved surfaces and slanted angles, outperforming existing materials by up to 100 times.
Read MoreORNL carbon nanofibers yield fiber-matrix interfacial bond improvement
Through a novel electrospinning technique, researchers have effectively achieved a “bridge” between carbon fiber and its matrix, creating stronger, tougher composites and opening new applications.
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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.
Read MoreUltra-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.
Read MoreJEC 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.
Read MoreGraphene 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.
Read MoreNASA 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.
Read MoreSolution-based digital composites fabrication
MIT evolves liquid biomaterials into a new approach for sustainable engineered composite structures.
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