NanO-structured smart hybrid polymeric composites with internal architecture towards improving ultra-high absorbance of ElectroMagnetic Radiation – NOEMR

The project deals with the development of nanostructured polymeric composites with an ultra-high absorption performance of electromagnetic radiation (EMR). The strategy relies on tailoring their internal architecture leading to an in-situ morphological structuration with local electrical/magnetic properties. Such proof of concept can be elaborated by an innovative micro/nanolayer coextrusion and emerging injection molding process such In-Mold Electronics (IME). A specific attention will be devoted to the eco-design and recyclability of the obtained smart materials. In this regard, flexible films containing conductive and/or magnetic fillers will be investigated as support for Plastronic devices. The challenge is to obtain high-efficiency, robust/alternative 3D electrical/magnetic filler network with high orientation/ordered distribution. Dual experiments and simulations will be performed for tailoring and modelling the dielectric/magnetic properties. The results will offer some new enlightenment for fundamental understanding of layer confinement, the triggered interphases and induced structure in the developed nanostructured smart materials.