Here, we present a study of cellulose nanocrystal (CNC) reinforced epoxy nanocomposites for applications such as packaging, potting, adhesives, and circuit board materials in the microelectronic industry. CNCs are a renewable and sustainable material that can be utilized as a potential alternative for the fillers currently used in commercial epoxy. To generate an easy-to-use and commercially viable CNC/epoxy nanocomposite, CNCs were dispersed in the curing agents via a simple solvent exchange method to create a stable dispersion in the curing agents. The epoxy resin was then mixed with the curing agent containing CNC. To assess the compatibility of CNC with commercial epoxy systems, an array of nanocomposites were produced using different types of epoxies and curing agents. The mechanical and thermal properties of these CNC reinforced epoxy nanocomposites were evaluated and will be discussed.

Cellulose nanocrystals reinforced epoxy nanocomposite for microelectronic applications

246th National Meeting (2013)

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