Glass-ceramic matrix composites functional

Subclass B2 is formed by the so-called structural composites, in which an outspoken mechanical reinforcement is given to the polymer. Subgroup B21 consists of blends of polymers with compatible anti-plasticizers subgroups B22 are the most important the fibre-reinforced polymer systems. The two components, the polymer matrix and the reinforcing fibbers or filaments (glass, ceramic, steel, textile, etc.) perform different functions the fibrous material carries the load, while the matrix distributes the load the fibbers act as crack stoppers, the matrix as impact-energy absorber and reinforcement connector. Interfacial bonding is the crucial problem. 

In literature, various processing routes for fabrication of CNT-ceramic and CNT-glass matrix composites have been proposed and developed to overcome the problematic issues discussed above. The processing routes and resulting structural and functional properties of the developed composites are addressed in the following sections. 

Most of the important applications of polymer-based nanocomposites have been realized in the optical area by the interesting association of the organic and inorganic components. Usually, optical composites are seen to be mixtures of a functional material and a processable matrix [49]. Optically functional parts include quantum-confined semiconductors, inorganic oxides, organic materials (small molecules), and polymers. The processable matrix materials are usually polymers but can also be copolymers, polymer blends, glass, or ceramics. 

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