IMPROVING SOME PROPERTIES BY ADDING METAL POWDERS TO THE POLYMER COMPOSITION
Abstract
The incorporation of metal powders into polymer matrices has gained significant attention for enhancing the mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties of polymer composites. This study investigates the effects of adding various metal powders, including aluminum, copper, and stainless steel, to polymer compositions. The resulting composites were characterized in terms of their thermal conductivity, mechanical strength, electrical conductivity, and morphology. Experimental results demonstrate that the inclusion of metal powders leads to a notable improvement in the thermal and electrical properties of the polymer, with the metal content providing enhanced heat dissipation and conductivity. Additionally, the mechanical properties such as tensile strength and stiffness were significantly improved, depending on the type and concentration of metal powder used. These findings suggest that metal-filled polymer composites can offer advanced performance for applications in industries such as electronics, automotive, and aerospace, where high thermal and electrical conductivity, as well as enhanced mechanical strength, are required [1].
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