Two-Dimensional Nanomaterials for Fire-Safe Polymers

This book reviews the latest scientific developments and technological advances in 2D nanomaterials for fire-safe polymers. It summarizes preparation methods for diverse 2D nanomaterials and their polymer composites and reviews their flame-retardant properties, toxic-gas and smoke emission during combustion, and inhibition strategies.

1. Introduction to 2D Nanomaterials for Fire Safety of Polymers. 2. Influence of the Size and Dispersion State of Two-Dimensional Nanomaterials on the Fire Safety of Polymers. 3. Synthesis and Characterization of Flame Retardant Polymer/Clay Nanocomposites. 4. Application of Layered Double Hydroxides in Fire-Safe Polymers. 5. Polymer/MXene Composites with Enhanced Fire-Safe Characteristics. 6. Graphene(oxide) and Its Hybrid Materials for Fire-Safe Polymers. 7. Two-Dimensional Graphitic Carbon Nitride for Reducing Fire Hazards of Polymer Composites. 8. Layered Boron Nitride Derived Flame Retardants for Fire-Safe Polymeric Materials. 9. Molybdenum Disulphide/Polymer Composites for Fire Safety Applications. 10. Black Phosphorus and Its Derivatives as a Novel Class of Flame Retardants for Fire-Safe Polymers. 11. Layer-by-Layer Assembly of 2D Nanomaterials into Flame-Retardant Coatings for Fire-Safe Polymers. 12. Challenges and Perspectives of Two-Dimensional Nanomaterials for Fire-Safe Polymers.