Overview of the Applications of Polymer Nanocomposites, 2-Photon Technology, and Hydrogels for Energy Storage

This paper discusses in detail recent trends in tribology of polymers, polymer composites and polymer nanocomposites, since they have certain properties unachievable with traditional materials. Important commercial materials used have been given. Some unique properties and applications of Polymer Nanocomposites, Photon Technology, and Hydrogels have been outlined. SEM images of the nanofillers used in the epoxy polymer nanocomposites: a CNTs; b GNPs; c BNNSs; and d BNNTs, have been discussed to give an idea to the designers. Schematic illustration of the system used for the fabrication of a novel Thin-Film Nano composite membrane containing MCM-41 Silica Nanoparticles for water purification has been explained for the benefit of the engineers involved in the fabrication of the systems. XRD patterns (a) and N 2 adsorption/desorption isotherm and pore size distribution (b) of NPs, available in the literature have been discussed to give an idea to the researchers doing experimental work in the topic. Microscopic images of nanofillers: (a) SEM image and (b) TEM image of porous MCM-41NPs; and (c) TEM image of non-porous spherical silica NPs have also been discussed for providing an idea to the researchers. Mathematical Analysis of Two Photon Polymerization for Energy Storage has been done for the optimization of the systems by the designers. In view of the importance of Polymer Nanocomposites, Twophoton Technology, and Hydrogels for Energy storage, their structure, Mathematical Modeling and characteristics have been discussed, in order to get the optimum results in making use of these materials for Energy storage devices. The use of Two photon polymerization has been technically discussed along with its Mathematical analysis and applications to photonics. Some explanations of the synthesis and experimental results of Cellulose-based hydrogels as reported in the literature, have been discussed in detail.