Jing Yu

By Tianzhu Zhou, Jia Yan and Jing Yu

The incorporation of MXene (Ti₃C₂T_x) nanosheets into fiber nanocomposites is at the forefront of flexible electronics. This chapter provides an overview of recent progress in preparing MXene fiber nanocomposites, covering methods, interface design, mechanical/electrical properties, and applications. Emphasizing their transformative impact on electrical functionalities, the chapter explores how integrating MXene into fibrous structures has revolutionized material engineering through interfacial interactions. The resulting nanocomposites demonstrate customized mechanical and electronic properties, utilizing MXene nanosheets’ unique attributes to improve their interfacial interactions and expedite charge transport. These versatile fiber nanocomposites enable the creation of innovative devices like flexible electromagnetic interference shielding, thermal management, energy storage, sensors, and so on. With enhanced electronic conductivity and mechanical strength, these fiber nanocomposites pave the way for advancements in flexible electronics. Researchers and practitioners will find this chapter valuable for understanding the current state, challenges, and future directions in fiber nanocomposites for flexible and wearable electronic applications.

Part of the book: Granularity of Materials