ABSTRACT
Over the last decade, graphene has spawned enormous scientific interest in both academic and industrial communities owing to its ultra-high aspect ratio, exceptional mechanical properties, and fascinating thermal and electrical conductivity. This chapter reviews recent developments in the functionalization of graphene/graphene oxide and their utilization in the fabrication of polymer-based nanocomposites for flame retardant applications. The production method of graphene and the fabrication method of graphene/polymer composites are initially introduced. The main content is dedicated to the properties of graphene/polymer composites, with special emphasis on the flame retardant properties of these materials. Various techniques are discussed for the use of graphene and its derivatives in flame retardant polymer composite, including bare graphene, organic compounds functionalized graphene, inorganic/graphene hybrids, combination of graphene with conventional flame retardants, as well as some new emerging techniques like layer-by-layer assembly. Finally, we conclude this chapter by summarizing current challenges and future perspectives for this new class of fire retardant.
