Relevance of Chemically Functionalized Nano-Fillers and Modified Nanocomposite in Energy Systems

Babatunde, Damilola Elizabeth and Denwigwe, Iheanacho H. and Babatunde, Olubayo Moses and Agboola, Oluranti and Akinsipe, Gbemisola Deborah (2019) Relevance of Chemically Functionalized Nano-Fillers and Modified Nanocomposite in Energy Systems. In: Polymer Nanocomposites for Advanced Engineering and Military Applications. IGI Global.

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Abstract

Reliable energy systems and advances in nanotechnology together will play key role in channeling future cutting edge inventions and developments in all spheres. In this review article, the pertinence of functionalizing nanofillers and modifying nanocomposites for improved performance in various energy applications such as energy conversion, energy efficiency, energy storage, alternative energy and energy saving are expounded. This article also presents structures and unique properties of commonly used nanofillers; advances, improvement potentials and characterization of nanocomposites used in energy systems. Theoretical and experimental literature reviewed revealed that nanofillers engender improved properties in polymeric matrices. Functionalization is applicable to all types of nanofillers in use today, a number of functionalized nanofillers are already commercially available; and more extensive research is needed to achieve optimal improved results with the use of nanofillers and nanocomposites in various fields of applications.

Item Type:	Book Section
Subjects:	T Technology > T Technology (General) T Technology > TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery T Technology > TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering
Divisions:	Faculty of Engineering, Science and Mathematics > School of Engineering Sciences
Depositing User:	Mrs Hannah Akinwumi
Date Deposited:	02 May 2019 08:17
Last Modified:	02 May 2019 08:17
URI:	http://eprints.covenantuniversity.edu.ng/id/eprint/12638

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