Modeling of Nanoclay-Containing Polymer Composites Fire Resistance Properties
摘要
The application of nanoclay in polymer composites has been of interest due to enhancing fire response characteristics. This chapter focuses on modeling approaches and strategies to forecast and enhance the fire resistance of nanoclay-reinforced composites. It discusses the aspects and issues of fire in conventional materials and the significant role of nanoclay in minimizing flammability, generating smoke, and emission of heat. The chapter also describes various methods, such as experimentations and computation methods like numerical simulations and computational chemistry. It also responds to issues such as material property information and multiple phases in multiphase flow. The chapter underlines how different industries can be encouraged to promote safer and more sustainable materials through modeling.