A representative and comprehensive review of the electrical and thermal properties of polymer composites with carbon nanotube and other nanoparticle fillers

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Abstract In this review we present the results of our literature investigation into the electrical and thermal properties of carbon nanotube polymer composites. A short selection of data relating to conductive polymer composites with various fillers is provided for comparison. The effects of filler properties such as type and size, the use of hybrid fillers, fabrication methods for polymer composites and the importance of the modeling of the electronic and thermal transport mechanisms are discussed, as are more general factors influencing the properties of these composites. This review represents a comprehensive survey and constructive study and should serve as a useful reference tool for industrial and academic researchers working in this field. © 2017 Society of Chemical Industry