Investigation the effects of graphene nano-platelets on the electromagnetic properties of epoxy coatings

By growing of computer and electronic science and also wireless devices, which are used at home or at work, electromagnetic interference shielding is becoming increasingly evident. Electromagnetic waves emitted from electronic devices are noises that interfere with other electronic devices and impair their functioning. Due to the increasing spread of electronic and communication devices, these electromagnetic waves in our surroundings are more than ever. Due to the pollution caused by theses noises and their adverse effects on human health, designing and fabrication of an effective polymeric coating in order to reduce these contamination is essential. In this project we are going to use a novel type of carbon nano fillers, Graphene, to fabricate coatings which are conductive enough and have good dielectric properties to interact with the electromagnetic noises and shield them. Dispersion parameters will be changed and optimized to fabricate high efficient coatings.

Faculty Supervisor:

Uttandaraman Sundararaj

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Partner:

Institute for Color Science and Technology

Discipline:

Engineering

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University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Globalink Research Award