Multifunctional 2D-conducting nanostructured coating for aircraft components

Important results from the project

The project developed a pair of multifunctional 2D conductive nanostructured polymer coatings using two different techniques. Modeling was also performed of electrostatic homogenization for 2D conduction in nanostructure-reinforced epoxy. Flash tests were performed on carbon fiber laminates with the 2D conductive nanostructured polymer coatings. The activities were carried out according to plan. The project has also contributed to several publications. f

Expected long term effects

In the long term, the results of the project will be able to lead to new projects within Chalmers 2D-tech centers. The project will also contribute to new applications for nanostructured materials in the long term. The project can also contribute to identifying where nanostructured materials are not applicable. The actors in the project and in particular the doctoral student who worked on the project will be an important funding for research cooperation between Brazil and Sweden.

Approach and implementation

The project consisted of 3 work packages: WP-A: Development of scalable technologies to produce conductive graphene-polymer nanocomposite coatings by optimizing their electrical and thermal conductivity. WP-B: Modeling and simulation for the behavior of the LSP system during lightning strikes, to optimize the surface coating formulation and design parameters. WP-C: Experimental trials at the coupon level, evaluation of the conductive properties of the graphene functionalized coating.