Thermoelectric Properties of Carbon Nanomaterials/Polymer Composites

Enhanced Thermoelectric Performance in Polypyrrole-Based Multilayer Nanoarchitectures via Thermal Reduction

“…The LbL approach is a versatile but powerful method to create nanoscaled multifunctional thin films by utilizing electrostatic interaction, hydrogen bonding, and covalent bonding between molecules, regardless of the substrate shape. − It has also become increasingly popular in various applications including the creation of flexible displays, transparent electrodes, gas barriers, and flame retardants. − This self-assembly technique enables precise control over the nanostructure and properties of the films by adjusting various parameters such as deposition cycles, molecular weight, temperature, chemistry, assembly pH solutions, and ionic strength. − Such fine-tuning has been demonstrated to develop polymer nanocomposites that exhibit superior performance compared to the individual components and bulk films composed of the same materials . Significant advancements have been achieved in the field of organic TE materials by synergistically incorporating conducting polymers and carbonaceous nanofillers ( e.g ., graphene, graphene oxide (GO), and carbon nanotubes). − …”