The Addition of Graphene Nanoplatelets on the Thermal Characteristics of Polycarbonate

• Main Authors: Sabet, M., Soleimani, H.
• Format: Conference or Workshop Item
• Published: American Institute of Physics Inc. 2023
• Online Access: http://scholars.utp.edu.my/id/eprint/34323/; https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85146521500&doi=10.1063%2f5.0111172&partnerID=40&md5=faf02f65e1d7737fe491b9611be8334b

This research supports a practical, cost-effective method for manufacturing, thermally stable polymer composites. A thermogravimetric study was conducted on polycarbonate (PC) and PC/graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) composites in nitrogen and air atmospheres. In the presence of nitrogen, PC decomposed in a one-step manner, but in the presence of air, three-step deterioration was observed. Furthermore, pure graphene nanoplatelets degraded in three steps in air, associated with a moderate deterioration in N2, as received. The inclusion of platelet-like graphene aided to produce a physical hindrance outcome, postponing the release of volatile chemicals created throughout breakdown, which enhanced the thermal strength of the composites. © 2023 American Institute of Physics Inc.. All rights reserved.