The process begins by heating the polymer above its melting point to create a viscous fluid. Nanoparticles are then added to this molten polymer. Due to the thermal energy, the polymer chains can move more freely, allowing the nanoparticles to intercalate or insert themselves between the polymer chains. The mixture is then cooled, trapping the nanoparticles within the polymer matrix. This can lead to the formation of nanocomposites with improved mechanical, thermal, and barrier properties.
