Fire-resistant polymer composites based on mineral fillers

Key Points

• This review explores how mineral fillers enhance the fire resistance of polymer composites during combustion.
• Analyzed various types of mineral fillers used in polymer composites.
• Reviewed studies on fire resistance properties and mechanisms during combustion.
• Discussed thermal stability improvements due to filler incorporation.
• Mineral fillers significantly enhance fire resistance compared to non-filled polymers.
• Improved thermal stability is linked to specific mineral characteristics.
• Certain fillers demonstrate better performance in reducing flammability.