Thermoplastic Elastomer Nanocomposite Based Polypropylene

In recent years, the advances in plastic and composite industries have been the development and commodification of polymer-based nanocomposites. Polymer-blend nanocomposites based on thermoplastic containing an elastomer and an organic or an inorganic filler have wide applications. Polypropylene (PP) is one of the thermoplastics, which is extensively used due to its low price, low density, high thermal stability, high performance, and easy processing. However, its poor impact resistance at low temperatures and high strain rates limits its application. The practice of blending PP with rubbers like EPDM improves the toughness of this material. These blends are named thermoplastic polyolefin elastomers (TPOs). This chapter briefly explains some of the basic concepts in thermoplastic elastomer materials. Also, various thermoplastic elastomers based on polypropylene and physical, mechanical, thermal, electrical, morphology, and rheology properties are described. Also, the application of these materials in different industries is explained.