Nanocomposites

Introduction to nanomaterials and nanocomposites relevant to advanced manufacturing, transportation, energy, environmental and packaging applications. Nanocomposites in nature. Dispersion, mixing of nanoparticles and liquids, percolation theory. Polymer nanocomposite manufacturing approaches and modification of nanoparticles for controlled functionality. Nanostructures and models for mechanical, electrical, thermal and gas diffusion properties in nanocomposites. Biobased nanoparticles and nanocomposite. Nanofibers. Health and safety of nanocomposites. Selected Research Topics and Patents Seminars and Assessments.