Abstract:
The disclosed concept pertains to thermoplastic composites, e.g., nano-filler-polymer systems, for use in insulating and/or encapsulating an electrical component to provide electrical insulation, and a protective barrier from environmental conditions. The thermoplastic composites include a polymer, e.g., polymer matrix, micro-size and/or nano-size filler(s) and additive(s). The filler(s) is specifically selected with the intent of imparting improved dielectric properties to the thermoplastic composite, as compared to the polymer absent of the filler. The additive(s) impart environmental resistive properties to the thermoplastic composite.
Abstract:
The disclosed concept relates to multi-layer dielectric film with nano- or micro-structured block copolymers, such as, but not limited to, di-block copolymers and tri-block copolymers, and, more particularly, to capacitors constructed from the film. More particularly, the disclosed concept provides the ability to tune or control one or more characteristics of the dielectric film and capacitors formed therefrom, by selecting and combining blocks that exhibit different electrical and/or mechanical properties.