Rubber nanocomposites are being studied because of their unique characteristics. Fillers
are used in rubbers and elastomers to increase certain qualities for their ultimate uses …

This study employs all-atomistic (AA) molecular dynamics (MD) simulations to investigate
the crystallization and melting behavior of polar and nonpolar polymer chains on …

Graphene, having exceptional mechanical properties, is expected to improve the overall
mechanical performance of polymer nanocomposites when inserted as a nanofiller. In this …

The rheological behavior of styrene–butadiene rubber (SBR) compounds filled with silica is
investigated as a function of silica volume fraction. To predict the mechanical response, a …

Molecular dynamics modelling was used to calculate the improved mechanical
characteristics of graphene oxide (GO) reinforced natural rubber (NR) composites at the …

Control of interfacial interactions is essential for the preparation of polymer matrix
composites with enhanced physical, mechanical, thermal and electrical properties. The …