Newly emerging applications of halloysite nanotubes: a review
Zhejiang Sci-Tech University · South China University of Technology
Abstract
Abstract Halloysite nanotubes (HNTs) are types of naturally occurring 1:1 clays with nanotubular structures and similar chemical composition to kaolin. Due to various characteristics such as nanoscale lumens, high length‐to‐diameter ratio, relatively low hydroxyl group density on the surface, etc., numerous exciting applications have been discovered for this unique, cheap and abundantly deposited clay. After briefly summarizing applications in controlled release, nanotemplating and sorption, we emphasize the applications of HNTs in the fabrication of polymer nanocomposites. The unique structures and performance of HNT‐incorporated polymer nanocomposites processed by various routes are described. The results…
Citation impact
- FWCI
- 15.10
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- 100%
- References
- 90
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3Topics & keywords
- Halloysite
- Nanocomposite
- Materials science
- Polymer nanocomposite
- Polymer
- Nanoscopic scale
- Nanotechnology
- Fabrication
- Industry, innovation and infrastructure