articleJournal of Composites ScienceJan 13, 2026GOLD OA

Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene in Polymer Composites for Strain Sensors: Synthesis, Functionalization, and Application

AVAleksei V. ShchegolkovAVAlexandr V. ShchegolkovVVVladimir V. Kaminskii

Russian University of Transport · Tambov State Technical University · +1 more institution

Indexed incrossref

Abstract

This review provides a comprehensive analysis of modern strategies for the synthesis, functionalization, and application of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and graphene for the development of high-performance polymer composites in the field of strain sensing. The paper systematically organizes key synthesis methods for CNTs and graphene (chemical vapor deposition (CVD), such as arc discharge, laser ablation, microwave synthesis, and flame synthesis, as well as approaches to their chemical and physical modification aimed at enhancing dispersion within polymer matrices and strengthening interfacial adhesion. A detailed examination is presented on the structural features of the nanofillers, such as the CNT aspect ratio,…

Citation impact

8
total citations
FWCI
48.37
Percentile
100%
References
230
Too recent for citation history.

Authors

3

Topics & keywords

Topics
Keywords
  • Graphene
  • Carbon nanotube
  • Piezoresistive effect
  • Chemical vapor deposition
  • Percolation (cognitive psychology)
  • Control reconfiguration
  • Oxide
  • Structural health monitoring
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Industry, innovation and infrastructure
No related works found for this paper.

Funding