Magnetic Nanoparticles-Based Conducting Polymer Nanocomposites

This chapter reviews the state of art of nanocomposites based on conducting polymers and magnetic nanoparticles. The preparation of hybrid nanocomposites with both magnetic and electrical properties has emerging as attractive alternative in a wide number of applications especially as microwave absorbing material and electromagnetic shielding. An overview of the different synthetic routes of the hybrid nanocomposites is presented, which outlines the most development techniques to prepare homogenous matrix, core–shell nanoparticles, and thin films. This chapter also covers the discussion of both the magnetic and electrical properties of the nanocomposites that significantly vary from the individual components. Finally varies of the most relevant applications of the magnetic nanoparticles-based conducting polymer nanocomposites are highlighted.