Abstract
To understand and control the properties of elastomeric composites based on natural rubber (NR) composites and nanocomposites, it is of the outmost importance to assess (i) the distribution and dispersion of fillers and additives; (ii) the structure of networks present in the rubber matrix, built in particular by fillers; and (iii) the state of the interface between fillers and ingredients and the rubber matrix. This chapter discusses the role of microscopic analysis for investigating all these aspects, presenting a rationalized overview of available results concerning NR composites and nanocomposites containing traditional fillers, such as carbon black and silica, and/or nanofillers, such as clays, carbon nanotubes and nanographite. The information revealed by microscopic analysis is discussed as complementary to findings arising from other analytical techniques; examples of the correlation with final properties of the materials are also presented.
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