Recent advancement in MXene-based nanomaterials for flame retardant polymers and composites

Abstract

This review explores the advancements in MXene-based nanomaterials as flame-retardant additives for polymers and composites, driven by increasing fire safety demands across industries. It highlights the critical role of flame-retardant materials in mitigating fire hazards in structures, electronics, transportation, and textiles, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions due to stricter safety regulations. MXenes, a class of two-dimensional nanomaterials with unique structural properties such as high surface area, tunable composition, and superior thermal stability, are presented as promising candidates. The review discusses various synthesis and incorporation techniques for MXenes in polymer matrices, showcasing improvements in flame retardancy, mechanical properties, and thermal stability. Additionally, it emphasizes the multifunctionality of MXenes, which offer conductivity, electromagnetic shielding, and mechanical reinforcement alongside flame suppression. In conclusion, the review underscores MXenes' potential to address challenges in flame-retardant materials, advocating for further research to optimize their applications and explore synergies with other agents to enhance safety and sustainability in engineering materials.