Impact of Nano-Silica Additives on Tensile Properties of Thermoplastic Elastomers

Abstract

The addition of nano-silica to thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) was examined for its effect on mechanical properties. A marked increase in tensile strength and elongation at break was recorded, making the composites suitable for dynamic sealing applications. The implications of these findings extend across various industrial applications including packaging, biomedical devices, automotive parts, and construction materials. Future work will focus on scaling synthesis methods, evaluating environmental stability, and conducting long-term performance tests. The results contribute to the growing body of research on additive-enhanced polymers and open avenues for optimizing their use under practical service conditions. The implications of these findings extend across various industrial applications including packaging, biomedical devices, automotive parts, and construction materials. Future work will focus on scaling synthesis methods, evaluating environmental stability, and conducting long-term performance tests. The results contribute to the growing body of research on additive-enhanced polymers and open avenues for optimizing their use under practical service conditions.