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Azka MA, Adam A, Ridzuan SM, Sapuan SM, Habib A. A review on the enhancement of circular economy aspects focusing on nanocellulose composites. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 269:132052. [PMID: 38704068 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.132052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2024] [Revised: 04/24/2024] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/06/2024]
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Researchers are now focusing on using the circular economy model to manufacture nanocellulose composites due to growing environmental issues related to waste management. The circular economy model offers a sustainable solution to the problem by optimizing resource efficiency and waste management by reducing waste, maintaining value over time, minimizing the use of primary resources, and creating closed loops for goods, components, and materials. With the use of the circular economy model, waste, such as industrial, agricultural, and textile waste, is used again to produce new products, which can solve waste management issues and improve resource efficiency. In order to encourage the use of circular economy ideas with a specific focus on nanocellulose composites, this review examines the concept of using circular economy, and explores ways to make nanocellulose composites from different types of waste, such as industrial, agricultural, and textile waste. Furthermore, this review investigates the application of nanocellulose composites across multiple industries. In addition, this review provides researchers useful insights of how circular economics can be applied to the development of nanocellulose composites, which have the goal of creating a flexible and environmentally friendly material that can address waste management issues and optimize resource efficiency.
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- Muhammad Adlan Azka
- Advanced Engineering Materials and Composites Research Centre, Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Advanced Engineering Materials and Composites Research Centre, Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Advanced Engineering Materials and Composites Research Centre, Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Advanced Engineering Materials and Composites Research Centre, Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia.
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- Advanced Engineering Materials and Composites Research Centre, Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
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Cataldo A, Demitri C, Lamanna L, Masciullo A, Schiavoni R. A Method for Sensing Dielectric Properties of Thin and Flexible Conductive Biocomposites. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 24:3508. [PMID: 38894299 PMCID: PMC11175012 DOI: 10.3390/s24113508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2024] [Revised: 05/22/2024] [Accepted: 05/28/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024]
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This study investigates the dielectric properties of conductive biocomposites (CBs), which are integral to the development of advanced materials for flexible electronics and medical devices. A novel method employing Microwave Reflectometry (MR) is introduced, utilizing a miniaturized Vector Network Analyzer (m-VNA) and a dedicated sensing element (SE), to extract the dielectric properties of CBs. The method is grounded in a minimization principle, aligning the measured S11 reflection scattering parameter with its electromagnetic (EM) simulation, facilitating a refined process for determining the dielectric properties. The experimental setup was meticulously engineered, optimized, and validated using reference dielectric samples (RDSs) with known dielectric properties. The method was then applied to three innovative CBs, resulting in an accurate extrapolation of their dielectric properties. The findings highlight the method's versatility, cost-efficiency, and applicability to ultra-thin and flexible biopolymer films, offering significant potential for advancements in flexible electronics and bio-sensing applications.
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- Andrea Cataldo
- Department of Engineering for Innovation, University of Salento, 73100 Lecce, Italy; (C.D.); (L.L.); (A.M.); (R.S.)
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Avella A, Salse M, Sessini V, Mincheva R, Lo Re G. Reusable, Recyclable, and Biodegradable Heat-Shrinkable Melt Cross-Linked Poly(butylene adipate- co-terephthalate)/Pulp Biocomposites for Polyvinyl Chloride Replacement. ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING 2024; 12:5251-5262. [PMID: 38577586 PMCID: PMC10988786 DOI: 10.1021/acssuschemeng.4c00012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2024] [Revised: 02/28/2024] [Accepted: 03/01/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024]
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Heat-shrinkable films are widely used as disposable secondary packaging but are conventionally made from fossil-based and nonbiodegradable polyvinyl chloride or polyethylene. To lower the environmental impact of such products, this work reports the development of recyclable, biodegradable, and partially biosourced heat-shrinkable biocomposites that are cost-competitive with existing shrink wraps. Poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate), a growing biodegradable thermoplastic, was simultaneously reinforced with pulp fibers and partially cross-linked in a single-step reactive melt processing. The designed peroxide-initiated reaction led to a 55 wt % cocontinuous insoluble gel incorporating all the pulp fibers into a cross-linked polymer network. In the solid state, the cross-linked biocomposite shows 60% elongation at break with a 200% increase in Young's modulus, while the only addition of pulp fibers stiffens and embrittles the matrix. Creep tests in the melt state indicated that the cross-linked network induces homogeneous shrinking even during the loading phase, demonstrating the potential use of the biocomposites as heat-shrinkable films. The shrinking also promotes the shape-memory of the biocomposite, which retains its dimensions after four cycles. The circularity of the materials was assessed by mechanical recycling and industrial composting, which have proven feasible end-of-life options for heat-shrinkable biocomposites.
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- Angelica Avella
- Department
of Industrial and Materials Science, Chalmers
University of Technology, Rännvägen 2A, 41258 Gothenburg, Sweden
- Wallenberg
Wood Science Centre, Chalmers University
of Technology, Kemigården 4, 41296 Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department
of Industrial and Materials Science, Chalmers
University of Technology, Rännvägen 2A, 41258 Gothenburg, Sweden
- Laboratoire
MATEIS, Institut National des Sciences Appliquées
Lyon, Bât. B. Pascal, Avenue Jean Capelle, 69621 Villeurbanne, France
- Wallenberg
Wood Science Centre, Chalmers University
of Technology, Kemigården 4, 41296 Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department
of Industrial and Materials Science, Chalmers
University of Technology, Rännvägen 2A, 41258 Gothenburg, Sweden
- Department
of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Institute of Chemical Research
“Andrés M. del Río” (IQAR), Universidad de Alcalá, Campus Universitario, Alcalá de Henares, 28871 Madrid, Spain
- Wallenberg
Wood Science Centre, Chalmers University
of Technology, Kemigården 4, 41296 Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Laboratory
of Polymeric and Composite Materials, University
of Mons (UMons), 7000 Mons, Belgium
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- Department
of Industrial and Materials Science, Chalmers
University of Technology, Rännvägen 2A, 41258 Gothenburg, Sweden
- Wallenberg
Wood Science Centre, Chalmers University
of Technology, Kemigården 4, 41296 Gothenburg, Sweden
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Gómez-Gast N, Rivera-Santana JA, Otero JA, Vieyra H. Simulation of a Composite with a Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) Matrix Reinforced with Cylindrical Inclusions: Prediction of Mechanical Properties. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:4727. [PMID: 38139978 PMCID: PMC10747289 DOI: 10.3390/polym15244727] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2023] [Revised: 11/30/2023] [Accepted: 12/02/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Biocomposite development, as a sustainable alternative to fossil-derived materials with diverse industrial applications, requires expediting the design process and reducing production costs. Simulation methods offer a solution to these challenges. The main aspects to consider in simulating composite materials successfully include accurately representing microstructure geometry, carefully selecting mesh elements, establishing appropriate boundary conditions representing system forces, utilizing an efficient numerical method to accelerate simulations, and incorporating statistical tools like experimental designs and re-regression models. This study proposes a comprehensive methodology encompassing these aspects. We present the simulation using a numerical homogenization technique based on FEM to analyze the mechanical behavior of a composite material of a polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) biodegradable matrix reinforced with cylindrical inclusions of flax and kenab. Here, the representative volume element (RVE) considered the geometry, and the numerical homogenization method (NHM) calculated the macro-mechanical behavior of composites. The results were validated using the asymptotic homogenization method (AHM) and experimental data, with error estimations of 0.0019% and 7%, respectively. This model is valuable for predicting longitudinal and transverse elastic moduli, shear modulus, and Poisson's coefficient, emphasizing its significance in composite materials research.
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- Natalia Gómez-Gast
- Tecnologico de Monterrey, Escuela de Ingeniería y Ciencias, Carretera Lago de Guadalupe 3.5, Colonia Margarita Maza de Juárez, Atizapán de Zaragoza 52926, Mexico or (N.G.-G.); (J.A.O.)
- Tecnologico de Monterrey, Escuela de Ingeniería y Ciencias, Eduardo Monroy Cárdenas 2000, San Antonio Buenavista, Toluca de Lerdo 50110, Mexico
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- Escuela de Ingeniería, Cetys Universidad, Campus Mexicali, Calzada Cetys, s/n, Colonia Rivera, Mexicali 21259, Mexico;
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- Tecnologico de Monterrey, Escuela de Ingeniería y Ciencias, Carretera Lago de Guadalupe 3.5, Colonia Margarita Maza de Juárez, Atizapán de Zaragoza 52926, Mexico or (N.G.-G.); (J.A.O.)
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- Tecnologico de Monterrey, Escuela de Ingeniería y Ciencias, Eduardo Monroy Cárdenas 2000, San Antonio Buenavista, Toluca de Lerdo 50110, Mexico
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Versino F, Ortega F, Monroy Y, Rivero S, López OV, García MA. Sustainable and Bio-Based Food Packaging: A Review on Past and Current Design Innovations. Foods 2023; 12:foods12051057. [PMID: 36900574 PMCID: PMC10000825 DOI: 10.3390/foods12051057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 26.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2022] [Revised: 02/14/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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Food loss and waste occur for many reasons, from crop processing to household leftovers. Even though some waste generation is unavoidable, a considerable amount is due to supply chain inefficiencies and damage during transport and handling. Packaging design and materials innovations represent real opportunities to reduce food waste within the supply chain. Besides, changes in people's lifestyles have increased the demand for high-quality, fresh, minimally processed, and ready-to-eat food products with extended shelf-life, that need to meet strict and constantly renewed food safety regulations. In this regard, accurate monitoring of food quality and spoilage is necessary to diminish both health hazards and food waste. Thus, this work provides an overview of the most recent advances in the investigation and development of food packaging materials and design with the aim to improve food chain sustainability. Enhanced barrier and surface properties as well as active materials for food conservation are reviewed. Likewise, the function, importance, current availability, and future trends of intelligent and smart packaging systems are presented, especially considering biobased sensor development by 3D printing technology. In addition, driving factors affecting fully biobased packaging design and materials development and production are discussed, considering byproducts and waste minimization and revalorization, recyclability, biodegradability, and other possible ends-of-life and their impact on product/package system sustainability.
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- Florencia Versino
- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Criotecnología de Alimentos (CIDCA), UNLP-CONICET-CICPBA, 47 y 116, La Plata 1900, Argentina
- Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP), 47 y 115, La Plata 1900, Argentina
- Correspondence:
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- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Criotecnología de Alimentos (CIDCA), UNLP-CONICET-CICPBA, 47 y 116, La Plata 1900, Argentina
- Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP), 47 y 115, La Plata 1900, Argentina
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- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Criotecnología de Alimentos (CIDCA), UNLP-CONICET-CICPBA, 47 y 116, La Plata 1900, Argentina
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- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Criotecnología de Alimentos (CIDCA), UNLP-CONICET-CICPBA, 47 y 116, La Plata 1900, Argentina
- Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP), 47 y 115, La Plata 1900, Argentina
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- Planta Piloto de Ingeniería Química (PLAPIQUI), UNS-CONICET, Camino La Carrindanga km.7, Bahía Blanca 8000, Argentina
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- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Criotecnología de Alimentos (CIDCA), UNLP-CONICET-CICPBA, 47 y 116, La Plata 1900, Argentina
- Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP), 47 y 115, La Plata 1900, Argentina
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Ahmad A, Mansor N, Mahmood H, Sharif F, Safdar R, Moniruzzaman M. Evaluation thermal degradation kinetics of ionic liquid assisted polyetheretherketone‐multiwalled carbon nanotubes composites. J Appl Polym Sci 2023. [DOI: 10.1002/app.53647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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- Aqeel Ahmad
- Department of Chemical Engineering Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS Seri Iskandar Malaysia
- Center of Research in Ionic Liquids (CORIL) Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS Seri Iskandar Malaysia
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- Centre for Student Development Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS Seri Iskandar Malaysia
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- Department of Chemical, Polymer and Composite Materials Engineering University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore Pakistan
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- Interdisciplinary Research Centre in Biomedical Materials COMSATS University Islamabad Lahore Pakistan
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- Chemical Engineering in Advanced Materials and Renewable Energy Research Group, School of Engineering and Technology Van Lang University Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam
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- Department of Chemical Engineering Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS Seri Iskandar Malaysia
- Center of Research in Ionic Liquids (CORIL) Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS Seri Iskandar Malaysia
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Colombian Sustainability Perspective on Fused Deposition Modeling Technology: Opportunity to Develop Recycled and Biobased 3D Printing Filaments. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15030528. [PMID: 36771829 PMCID: PMC9921848 DOI: 10.3390/polym15030528] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2022] [Revised: 01/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2023] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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In the context of the preservation of natural resources, researchers show a growing interest in developing eco-friendly materials based on recycled polymers and natural fiber biocomposites to minimize plastic and agroindustrial waste pollution. The development of new materials must be integrated within the circular economy concepts to guarantee sustainable production. In parallel, fused deposition modeling, an additive manufacturing technology, provides the opportunity to use these new materials in an efficient and sustainable manner. This review presents the context of plastics and agro-industrial fiber pollution, followed by the opportunity to give them added value by applying circular economy concepts and implementing these residues to develop new materials for the manufacture of fused deposition modeling 3D printing technique feedstock. Colombian perspective is highlighted since 3D printing technology is growing there, and Colombian biodiversity represents a high reservoir of materials. Also, recycling in Colombia promotes compliance with the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals.
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Fatima Haq F, Mahmood H, Iqbal T, Measam Ali M, Jafar Khan M, Moniruzzaman M. Development of sustainable biocomposite panels assisted with deep eutectic solvent pretreatment of agro-industrial residue. J Mol Liq 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2022.120417] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
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Ullah K, Khan S, Khan M, Rahman ZU, Al-Ghamdi YO, Mahmood A, Hussain S, Khan SB, Khan SA. A bioresource catalyst system of alginate-starch-activated carbon microsphere templated Cu nanoparticles: Potentials in nitroarenes hydrogenation and dyes discoloration. Int J Biol Macromol 2022; 222:887-901. [PMID: 36179868 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.09.226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2022] [Revised: 09/07/2022] [Accepted: 09/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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The evolution and development of solid-matrix are considered a backbone for supporting and stabilizing of metal nanoparticles (NPs) and are the soul of the catalytic system. In the current study, the alginate-starch microsphere (Alg-St) was cross-linked using CaCl2 as a cross-linker. In addition, the Alg-St microsphere was blended with different percentages of activated carbon (AC). The microspheres adsorbed Cu+2 was reduced to zero-valent copper NPs through NaBH4 and used as a dip-catalyst. The supported Cu NPs cum NaBH4 system was used as dip-catalyst for the hydrogenation of 4-nitrophenol (4NP), 2-nitroanilline (2NA), and degradation of methylene blue (MB) and Congo red (CR) dyes. Among the different kinetics models, the experimental data were well-fitted in the zero-order kinetic model. Moreover pH, and recyclability were studied for 4NP, where the best activity was achieved at pH 7.0 for 4NP. No leaching was observed after 3rd cycle in the catalyst.
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- Kaleem Ullah
- Department of Chemistry, University of Swabi, Anbar, Swabi 23561, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Swabi, Anbar, Swabi 23561, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Swabi, Anbar, Swabi 23561, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Swabi, Anbar, Swabi 23561, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science Al-Zulfi, Majmaah University, Al-Majmaah 11952, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Natural Sciences, National University of Science and Technology (NUST), Islamabad 44000, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, Government Postgraduate College, Nowshera 24100, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
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- Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials Research (CEAMR), King Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 80203, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia; Department of Chemistry, King Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 80203, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Natural Sciences, National University of Science and Technology (NUST), Islamabad 44000, Pakistan.
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Influence of Biofillers on the Properties of Regrind Crystalline Poly(ethylene terephthalate) (CPET). Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14153210. [PMID: 35956723 PMCID: PMC9371099 DOI: 10.3390/polym14153210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2022] [Revised: 07/28/2022] [Accepted: 08/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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As the demand for plastics only increases, new methods are required to economically and sustainably increase plastic usage without landfill and environmental accumulation. In addition, the use of biofillers is encouraged as a way to reduce the cost of the final resin by incorporating agricultural and industrial waste by-products, such as rice hulls and coffee chaff to further reduce waste being sent to landfills. Crystalline poly(ethylene terephthalate) (CPET) is a resin commonly used for microwave and ovenable food packaging containers that have not been fully explored for recycling. In this article, we investigate how the incorporation of biofillers at 5% wt. and 10% wt. impacts critical polymer properties. The thermal and mechanical properties were not significantly altered with the presence of rice hulls or coffee chaff in the polymer matrix at 5% wt. loading, but some reduction in melt temperature, thermal stability, and maximum stress and strain was more noticed at 10% wt. The complex viscosity was also reduced with the introduction of biofillers. The levels of heavy metals of concern, such as Cd, Cr, and Pb, were below the regulatory limits applicable in the United States and Europe. Additional studies are suggested to improve the performance of CPET/biofiller blends by pre-treating the biofiller and using compatibilizers.
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Ortega F, Versino F, López OV, García MA. Biobased composites from agro-industrial wastes and by-products. EMERGENT MATERIALS 2022; 5:873-921. [PMID: 34849454 PMCID: PMC8614084 DOI: 10.1007/s42247-021-00319-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Accepted: 10/14/2021] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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The greater awareness of non-renewable natural resources preservation needs has led to the development of more ecological high-performance polymeric materials with new functionalities. In this regard, biobased composites are considered interesting options, especially those obtained from agro-industrial wastes and by-products. These are low-cost raw materials derived from renewable sources, which are mostly biodegradable and would otherwise typically be discarded. In this review, recent and innovative academic studies on composites obtained from biopolymers, natural fillers and active agents, as well as green-synthesized nanoparticles are presented. An in-depth discussion of biobased composites structures, properties, manufacture, and life-cycle assessment (LCA) is provided along with a wide up-to-date overview of the most recent works in the field with appropriate references. Potential uses of biobased composites from agri-food residues such as active and intelligent food packaging, agricultural inputs, tissue engineering, among others are described, considering that the specific characteristics of these materials should match the proposed application.
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- Florencia Ortega
- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Criotecnología de Alimentos (CIDCA), UNLP-CONICET-CICPBA, 47 y 116 (1900), La Plata, Argentina
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- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Criotecnología de Alimentos (CIDCA), UNLP-CONICET-CICPBA, 47 y 116 (1900), La Plata, Argentina
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- Planta Piloto de Ingeniería Química (PLAPIQUI), UNS-CONICET, Camino La Carrindanga km.7 (8000), Bahía Blanca, Argentina
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- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Criotecnología de Alimentos (CIDCA), UNLP-CONICET-CICPBA, 47 y 116 (1900), La Plata, Argentina
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Sasimowski E, Majewski Ł, Grochowicz M. Artificial Ageing, Chemical Resistance, and Biodegradation of Biocomposites from Poly(Butylene Succinate) and Wheat Bran. MATERIALS 2021; 14:ma14247580. [PMID: 34947175 PMCID: PMC8705729 DOI: 10.3390/ma14247580] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2021] [Revised: 12/03/2021] [Accepted: 12/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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The results of comprehensive studies on accelerated (artificial) ageing and biodegradation of polymer biocomposites on PBS matrix filled with raw wheat bran (WB) are presented in this paper. These polymer biocomposites are intended for the manufacture of goods, in particular disposable packaging and disposable utensils, which decompose naturally under the influence of biological agents. The effects of wheat bran content within the range of 10–50 wt.% and extruder screw speed of 50–200 min−1 during the production of biocomposite pellets on the resistance of the products to physical, chemical, and biological factors were evaluated. The research included the determination of the effect of artificial ageing on the changes of structural and thermal properties by infrared spectra (FTIR), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and thermogravimetric analysis (TG). They showed structural changes—disruption of chains within the ester bond, which occurred in the composition with 50% bran content as early as after 250 h of accelerated ageing. An increase in the degree of crystallinity with ageing was also found to be as high as 48% in the composition with 10% bran content. The temperature taken at the beginning of weight loss of the compositions studied was also lowered, even by 30 °C at the highest bran content. The changes of mechanical properties of biocomposite samples were also investigated. These include: hardness, surface roughness, transverse shrinkage, weight loss, and optical properties: colour and gloss. The ageing hardness of the biocomposite increased by up to 12%, and the surface roughness (Ra) increased by as much as 2.4 µm at the highest bran content. It was also found that ageing causes significant colour changes of the biocomposition (ΔE = 7.8 already at 10% bran content), and that the ageing-induced weight loss of the biocomposition of 0.31–0.59% is lower than that of the samples produced from PBS alone (1.06%). On the other hand, the transverse shrinkage of moldings as a result of ageing turned out to be relatively small, at 0.05%–0.35%. The chemical resistance of biocomposites to NaOH and HCl as well as absorption of polar and non-polar liquids (oil and water) were also determined. Biodegradation studies were carried out under controlled conditions in compost and weight loss of the tested compositions was determined. The weight of samples made from PBS alone after 70 days of composting decreased only by 4.5%, while the biocomposition with 10% bran content decreased by 15.1%, and with 50% bran, by as much as 68.3%. The measurements carried out showed a significant influence of the content of the applied lignocellulosic fillers (LCF) in the form of raw wheat bran (WB) on the examined properties of the biocompositions and the course of their artificial ageing and biodegradation. Within the range under study, the screw speed of the extruder during the production of biocomposite pellets did not show any significant influence on most of the studied properties of the injection mouldings produced from it.
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- Emil Sasimowski
- Department of Technology and Polymer Processing, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Lublin University of Technology, Nadbystrzycka 36, 20-618 Lublin, Poland;
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- Department of Technology and Polymer Processing, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Lublin University of Technology, Nadbystrzycka 36, 20-618 Lublin, Poland;
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Polymer Chemistry, Institute of Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Chemistry, Maria Curie-Sklodowska University, M. Curie-Sklodowska 3, 20-031 Lublin, Poland;
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Analysis of Selected Properties of Injection Moulded Sustainable Biocomposites from Poly(butylene succinate) and Wheat Bran. MATERIALS 2021; 14:ma14227049. [PMID: 34832449 PMCID: PMC8623204 DOI: 10.3390/ma14227049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2021] [Revised: 11/12/2021] [Accepted: 11/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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The paper presents a procedure of the manufacturing and complex analysis of the properties of injection mouldings made of polymeric composites based on the poly(butylene succinate) (PBS) matrix with the addition of a natural filler in the form of wheat bran (WB). The scope of the research included measurements of processing shrinkage and density, analysis of the chemical structure, measurements of the thermal and thermo-mechanical properties (Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) and Thermogravimetric Analysis (TG), Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT), and Vicat Softening Temperature (VST)), and measurements of the mechanical properties (hardness, impact strength, and static tensile test). The measurements were performed using design of experiment (DOE) methods, which made it possible to determine the investigated relationships in the form of polynomials and response surfaces. The mass content of the filler and the extruder screw speed during the production of the biocomposite granulate, which was used for the injection moulding of the test samples, constituted the variable factors adopted in the DOE. The study showed significant differences in the processing, thermal, and mechanical properties studied for individual systems of the DOE.
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Amaro Bittencourt G, Porto de Souza Vandenberghe L, Valladares-Diestra K, Wedderhoff Herrmann L, Fátima Murawski de Mello A, Sarmiento Vásquez Z, Grace Karp S, Ricardo Soccol C. Soybean hulls as carbohydrate feedstock for medium to high-value biomolecule production in biorefineries: A review. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2021; 339:125594. [PMID: 34311407 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2021.125594] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2021] [Revised: 07/12/2021] [Accepted: 07/13/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Soybean is one of the major world crops, with an annual production of 359 million tons. Each ton of processed soybean generates 50-80 kg of soybean hulls (SHs), representing 5-8% of the whole seed. Due to environmental concerns and great economic potential, the search of SHs re-use solutions are deeply discussed. The lignocellulosic composition of SHs has attracted the attention of the scientific and productive sector. Recently, some studies have reported the use of SHs in the production of medium to high value-added molecules, with potential applications in food and feed, agriculture, bioenergy, and other segments. This review presents biotechnological approaches and processes for the management and exploitation of SHs, including pre-treatment methods and fermentation techniques, for the production of different biomolecules. Great potentialities and innovations were found concerning SH exploration and valorisation of the soybean chain under a biorefinery and circular bioeconomy optic.
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- Gustavo Amaro Bittencourt
- Federal University of Paraná, Department of Bioprocess Engineering and Biotechnology, Centro Politécnico, 81531-980 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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- Federal University of Paraná, Department of Bioprocess Engineering and Biotechnology, Centro Politécnico, 81531-980 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil.
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- Federal University of Paraná, Department of Bioprocess Engineering and Biotechnology, Centro Politécnico, 81531-980 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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- Federal University of Paraná, Department of Bioprocess Engineering and Biotechnology, Centro Politécnico, 81531-980 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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- Federal University of Paraná, Department of Bioprocess Engineering and Biotechnology, Centro Politécnico, 81531-980 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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- Federal University of Paraná, Department of Bioprocess Engineering and Biotechnology, Centro Politécnico, 81531-980 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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- Federal University of Paraná, Department of Bioprocess Engineering and Biotechnology, Centro Politécnico, 81531-980 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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- Federal University of Paraná, Department of Bioprocess Engineering and Biotechnology, Centro Politécnico, 81531-980 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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Chen H, Wang F, Chen H, Fang H, Feng W, Wei Y, Wang F, Su H, Mi Y, Zhou M, Li X, Doni S, Corti A. Specific biotests to assess eco-toxicity of biodegradable polymer materials in soil. J Environ Sci (China) 2021; 105:150-162. [PMID: 34130832 DOI: 10.1016/j.jes.2020.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2020] [Revised: 12/07/2020] [Accepted: 12/08/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Eco-toxicity investigation of polymer materials was considered extremely necessary for their potential menace, which was widely use as mulching materials in agricultural. In this study, polyethylene (PE), polystyrene (PS) and synthetic biomaterials-Ecoflex and cellulose were applying into soil cultivated with two potential indicator plants species: oat (Avena sativa) and red radish (Raphanus sativum). Variety of chemical, biochemical parameters and enzyme activity in soil were proved as effective approach to evaluate polymers phytotoxicity in plant-soil mesocosm. The F-value of biomass, pH, heavy metal and electoral conductivity of Raphanus behaved significant different from T0. Significant analysis results indicated biodegradation was fast in PE than PS, besides, heavy metals were dramatically decrease in the end implied the plant absorption may help decrease heavy metal toxicity. The increase value at T2 of Dehydrogenase activity (0.84 higher than average value for Avena & 0.91 higher for Raphanus), Metabolic Index (3.12 higher than average value for Avena & 3.81 higher for Raphanus) means during soil enzyme activity was promoted by biodegradation for its heterotrophic organisms' energy transportation was stimulated. Statistics analysis was carried on Biplot PC1 (24.2% of the total variance), PC2 (23.2% of the total variance), versus PC3 (22.8% of the total variance), which indicated phosphatase activity and metabolic index was significant correlated, and high correlation of ammonium and protease activity. Furthermore, the effects were more evident in Raphanus treatments than in Avena, suggesting the higher sensitivity of Raphanus to polymers treatment, which indicate biodegradation of polymers in Raphanus treatment has produced intermediate phytotoxic compounds.
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- Haiyan Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Science, Beijing 10012, China
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- School of Energy & Environmental Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China
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- School of Energy & Environmental Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China
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- Water Treatment Engineering Research Center of Jimei University, Fujian 361021, China
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- School of Space and Environment, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, China; Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Big Data-Based Precision Medicine, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Science, Beijing 10012, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Science, Beijing 10012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Science, Beijing 10012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Science, Beijing 10012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Science, Beijing 10012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Science, Beijing 10012, China
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- Eco-toxicology Laboratory, National Research Council (CNR)-Institute of Ecosystem Study (ISE), Via Moruzzi 1, Pisa 56124, Italy
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- INSTM Unit, Department of Chemistry and Industrial Chemistry, University of Pisa, via Risorgimento 35, 56126, Italy BIOlab, via Vecchia Livornese 1291 Loc. S. Piero a Grado (Pi), Pisa 56122, Italy
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Patiño-Ruiz D, Meramo-Hurtado SI, González-Delgado ÁD, Herrera A. Environmental Sustainability Evaluation of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles Synthesized via Green Synthesis and the Coprecipitation Method: A Comparative Life Cycle Assessment Study. ACS OMEGA 2021; 6:12410-12423. [PMID: 34056392 PMCID: PMC8154134 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.0c05246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2020] [Accepted: 03/15/2021] [Indexed: 05/24/2023]
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Green synthesis, based on green chemistry, is replacing the traditional methods, aiming to contribute with an enhanced environmental sustainability, which can be achieved using nontoxic compounds from biological resources, such as natural extracts from plants. In this study, the life cycle assessment (LCA) of iron oxide nanoparticles prepared through the green synthesis and the coprecipitation method is reported by following a cradle-to-gate approach. The LCA allowed quantifying and normalized the environmental impacts produced by the green synthesis (1.0 × 10-9), which used a Cymbopogon citratus (C. citratus) extract and sodium carbonate (Na2CO3). The impacts were also determined for the coprecipitation method (1.4 × 10-8) using the iron(II) salt precursor and sodium hydroxide (NaOH). The contribution of C. citratus extract and Na2CO3 as the precursor and pH-stabilizing agents, respectively, was compared regarding the iron(II) and NaOH compounds. Environmental sustainability was evaluated in human toxicity, ecosystem quality, and resource depletion. The major environmental contribution was found in the marine aquatic ecotoxicity (7.6 × 10-10 and 1.22 × 10-8 for green synthesis and the coprecipitation method) due to the highest values for ethanol (3.5 × 10-10) and electricity (1.4 × 10-8) usage since fossil fuels and wastewater are involved in their production. The C. citratus extract (2.5 × 10-12) presented a better environmental performance, whereas Na2CO3 (4.3 × 10-11) showed a slight increase contribution compared to NaOH (4.1 × 10-11). This is related to their fabrication, involving toxic compounds, land occupation, and excessive water usage. In general, the total environmental impacts are lower for the green synthesis, suggesting the implementation of environmentally friendlier compounds based on natural sources for the production of nanomaterials.
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- David
Alfonso Patiño-Ruiz
- Programa
de Doctorado en Ingeniería, Grupo de Nanomateriales e Ingeniería
de Procesos Asistida por Computador, Universidad
de Cartagena, Cartagena 130010, Colombia
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- Programa
de Doctorado en Ingeniería, Grupo de Nanomateriales e Ingeniería
de Procesos Asistida por Computador, Universidad
de Cartagena, Cartagena 130010, Colombia
- Departamento
de Ingeniería Químmica, Grupo de Investigación
Tecnológico Ontare, Universidad EAN, Bogotá 111311, Colombia
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- Programa
de Doctorado en Ingeniería, Grupo de Nanomateriales e Ingeniería
de Procesos Asistida por Computador, Universidad
de Cartagena, Cartagena 130010, Colombia
- Programa
de Ingeniería Química, Grupo de Nanomateriales e Ingeniería
de Procesos Asistida por Computador, Universidad
de Cartagena, Cartagena 130010, Colombia
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- Programa
de Doctorado en Ingeniería, Grupo de Nanomateriales e Ingeniería
de Procesos Asistida por Computador, Universidad
de Cartagena, Cartagena 130010, Colombia
- Programa
de Ingeniería Química, Grupo de Nanomateriales e Ingeniería
de Procesos Asistida por Computador, Universidad
de Cartagena, Cartagena 130010, Colombia
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Nurazzi NM, Asyraf MRM, Khalina A, Abdullah N, Aisyah HA, Rafiqah SA, Sabaruddin FA, Kamarudin SH, Norrrahim MNF, Ilyas RA, Sapuan SM. A Review on Natural Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite for Bullet Proof and Ballistic Applications. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:646. [PMID: 33671599 PMCID: PMC7926766 DOI: 10.3390/polym13040646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2021] [Revised: 02/13/2021] [Accepted: 02/17/2021] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
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Even though natural fiber reinforced polymer composites (NFRPCs) have been widely used in automotive and building industries, there is still a room to promote them to high-level structural applications such as primary structural component specifically for bullet proof and ballistic applications. The promising performance of Kevlar fabrics and aramid had widely implemented in numerous ballistic and bullet proof applications including for bullet proof helmets, vest, and other armor parts provides an acceptable range of protection to soldiers. However, disposal of used Kevlar products would affect the disruption of the ecosystem and pollutes the environment. Replacing the current Kevlar fabric and aramid in the protective equipment with natural fibers with enhanced kinetic energy absorption and dissipation has been significant effort to upgrade the ballistic performance of the composite structure with green and renewable resources. The vast availability, low cost and ease of manufacturing of natural fibers have grasped the attention of researchers around the globe in order to study them in heavy armory equipment and high durable products. The possibility in enhancement of natural fiber's mechanical properties has led the extension of research studies toward the application of NFRPCs for structural and ballistic applications. Hence, this article established a state-of-the-art review on the influence of utilizing various natural fibers as an alternative material to Kevlar fabric for armor structure system. The article also focuses on the effect of layering and sequencing of natural fiber fabric in the composites to advance the current armor structure system.
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- N. M. Nurazzi
- Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products (INTROP), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang 43400, Selangor, Malaysia; (H.A.A.); (S.A.R.); (F.A.S.); (S.M.S.)
- Centre for Defence Foundation Studies, Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM), Kem Perdana Sungai Besi 57000, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Aerospace Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products (INTROP), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang 43400, Selangor, Malaysia; (H.A.A.); (S.A.R.); (F.A.S.); (S.M.S.)
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- Centre for Defence Foundation Studies, Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM), Kem Perdana Sungai Besi 57000, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products (INTROP), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang 43400, Selangor, Malaysia; (H.A.A.); (S.A.R.); (F.A.S.); (S.M.S.)
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- Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products (INTROP), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang 43400, Selangor, Malaysia; (H.A.A.); (S.A.R.); (F.A.S.); (S.M.S.)
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- Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products (INTROP), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang 43400, Selangor, Malaysia; (H.A.A.); (S.A.R.); (F.A.S.); (S.M.S.)
- School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang 11800, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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- School of Industrial Technology, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam 40450, Selangor, Malaysia;
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- Research Center for Chemical Defence, Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM), Kem Perdana Sungai Besi 57000, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia;
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- School of Chemical and Energy Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Skudai 81310, Johor, Malaysia;
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- Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products (INTROP), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang 43400, Selangor, Malaysia; (H.A.A.); (S.A.R.); (F.A.S.); (S.M.S.)
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Mahmood H, Mehmood S, Shakeel A, Iqbal T, Kazmi MA, Khurram AR, Moniruzzaman M. Glycerol Assisted Pretreatment of Lignocellulose Wheat Straw Materials as a Promising Approach for Fabrication of Sustainable Fibrous Filler for Biocomposites. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:388. [PMID: 33530601 PMCID: PMC7865469 DOI: 10.3390/polym13030388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2020] [Revised: 01/19/2021] [Accepted: 01/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Glycerol pretreatment is a promising method for the environmentally-friendly transformation of lignocellulosic materials into sustainable cellulose-rich raw materials (i.e., biopolymer) to fabricate biocomposites. Here, a comparison of aqueous acidified glycerol (AAG) pretreatment of wheat straw (WS) with alkaline, hot water, and dilute acid pretreatments on the thermal and mechanical characteristics of their fabricated composite board is presented. A comparison of total energy expenditure during WS pretreatment with AAG and other solutions was estimated and a comparative influence of AAG processing on lignocellulosic constituents and thermal stability of WS fiber was studied. Results imply that AAG pretreatment was superior in generating cellulose-rich fiber (CRF) as compared to other pretreatments and enhanced the cellulose contents by 90% compared to raw WS fiber. Flexural strength of acidic (40.50 MPa) and hot water treated WS composite (38.71 MPa) was higher compared to the value of 33.57 MPa for untreated composite, but AAG-treated composites exhibited lower values of flexural strength (22.22 MPa) compared to untreated composite samples. Conversely, AAG pretreatment consumed about 56% lesser energy for each kg of WS processed as compared to other pretreatments. These findings recognize that glycerol pretreatment could be a clean and new pretreatment strategy to convert agricultural waste into high-quality CRF as a sustainable raw material source for engineered biocomposite panels.
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- Hamayoun Mahmood
- Department of Chemical, Polymer & Composite Materials Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology, New Campus, Lahore 54890, Pakistan; (H.M.); (S.M.); (T.I.); (M.A.K.); (A.R.K.)
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- Department of Chemical, Polymer & Composite Materials Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology, New Campus, Lahore 54890, Pakistan; (H.M.); (S.M.); (T.I.); (M.A.K.); (A.R.K.)
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- Department of Chemical, Polymer & Composite Materials Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology, New Campus, Lahore 54890, Pakistan; (H.M.); (S.M.); (T.I.); (M.A.K.); (A.R.K.)
- Department of Hydraulic Engineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences, Delft University of Technology, Stevinweg 1, 2628 CN Delft, The Netherlands
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- Department of Chemical, Polymer & Composite Materials Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology, New Campus, Lahore 54890, Pakistan; (H.M.); (S.M.); (T.I.); (M.A.K.); (A.R.K.)
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- Department of Chemical, Polymer & Composite Materials Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology, New Campus, Lahore 54890, Pakistan; (H.M.); (S.M.); (T.I.); (M.A.K.); (A.R.K.)
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- Department of Chemical, Polymer & Composite Materials Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology, New Campus, Lahore 54890, Pakistan; (H.M.); (S.M.); (T.I.); (M.A.K.); (A.R.K.)
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Bandar Seri Iskandar, Perak 32610, Malaysia;
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A Life Cycle Engineering Perspective on Biocomposites as a Solution for a Sustainable Recovery. SUSTAINABILITY 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/su13031160] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Composite materials, such as carbon fibre reinforced epoxies, provide more efficient structures than conventional materials through light-weighting, but the associated high energy demand during production can be extremely detrimental to the environment. Biocomposites are an emerging material class with the potential to reduce a product’s through-life environmental impact relative to wholly synthetic composites. As with most materials, there are challenges and opportunities with the adoption of biocomposites at the each stage of the life cycle. Life Cycle Engineering is a readily available tool enabling the qualification of a product’s performance, and environmental and financial impact, which can be incorporated in the conceptual development phase. Designers and engineers are beginning to actively include the environment in their workflow, allowing them to play a significant role in future sustainability strategies. This review will introduce Life Cycle Engineering and outline how the concept can offer support in the Design for the Environment, followed by a discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of biocomposites throughout their life cycle.
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Effect of Storage Conditions on the Thermal Stability and Crystallization Behaviors of Poly(L-Lactide)/Poly(D-Lactide). Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13020238. [PMID: 33445683 PMCID: PMC7828138 DOI: 10.3390/polym13020238] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2020] [Revised: 01/04/2021] [Accepted: 01/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Polylactide (PLA) is a biodegradable thermoplastic aliphatic polyester. The thermal stability and crystallization behavior of PLA are extremely sensitive to storage, processing, and usage conditions. This work systematically studied the thermal stability and crystallization behavior of poly(L-lactide) (PLLA), poly(D-lactide) (PDLA), and a PLLA/PDLA (LD) blend, which were stored under two sets of laboratory storage conditions: (1) stored in a vacuum-free desiccator and (2) stored in vacuum-sealed bags. Both were stored at room temperature for 3 years. Gel permeation chromatography results revealed that the PLLA, PDLA, and LD samples hydrolyzed slowly when stored in vacuum-sealed bags and degraded significantly when stored in a vacuum-free desiccator; this process significantly reduced the thermal stability of the samples stored in the vacuum-free desiccator. Owing to hydrolysis, the levorotation and dextrorotation (L- and D-) molecular chains were shortened; consequently, more nuclei were formed, and this caused the melting points of the PLLA, PDLA, and LD samples to decrease and the melting enthalpy of the crystals in these samples to increase. Wide-angle X-ray diffraction analysis revealed that when the L- and D- molecular chains were packed side by side to form stereocomplex crystals and the randomly arranged L- and D- molecular chains were easy hydrolyzed and degraded, this interfered with the formation of homocrystals in LD. When PLLA, PDLA, and LD samples are stored in a vacuum-free desiccator, they will be significantly hydrolyzed, resulting in the formation of only stereocomplex crystals, and no homocrystals are observed.
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Briassoulis D, Pikasi A, Hiskakis M. Recirculation potential of post-consumer /industrial bio-based plastics through mechanical recycling - Techno-economic sustainability criteria and indicators. Polym Degrad Stab 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2020.109217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Korol J, Hejna A, Burchart-Korol D, Wachowicz J. Comparative Analysis of Carbon, Ecological, and Water Footprints of Polypropylene-Based Composites Filled with Cotton, Jute and Kenaf Fibers. MATERIALS 2020; 13:ma13163541. [PMID: 32796660 PMCID: PMC7476004 DOI: 10.3390/ma13163541] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2020] [Revised: 08/03/2020] [Accepted: 08/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Composites containing natural fibers are considered environmentally friendly materials which is related to the reduced use of fossil fuels and the emission of carbon dioxide compared to petroleum-based polymers. Nevertheless, a complete evaluation of their environmental impact requires a broader view. This paper presents a carbon, ecological, and water footprints assessment of polypropylene-based composites filled with cotton, jute, and kenaf fibers based on a standardized European pallet (EUR-pallet) case study. Obtained results were compared with unmodified polypropylene and composite with glass fibers. Incorporation of 30 wt% of cotton, jute, and kenaf fibers into a polypropylene matrix reduced its carbon footprint by 3%, 18%, and 18%, respectively. Regarding the ecological footprint, an 8.2% and 9.4% reduction for jute and kenaf fibers were noted, while for cotton fibers, its value increased by 52%. For these footprints, the use of jute and kenaf fibers was more beneficial than glass fibers. Nevertheless, the application of natural fibers caused a 286%, 758%, and 891% drastic increase of water footprint of the final product, which was mainly affected by cultivation and irrigation of crops. Therefore, in a holistic view, the incorporation of natural fibers into the polypropylene matrix definitely cannot be impartially considered as an environmentally friendly solution.
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- Jerzy Korol
- Department of Material Engineering, Central Mining Institute, Pl. Gwarków 1, 40-166 Katowice, Poland;
- Correspondence: (J.K.); (D.B.-K.)
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- Department of Polymer Technology, Gdansk University of Technology, Narutowicza 11/12, 80-233 Gdansk, Poland;
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- Faculty of Transport and Aviation Engineering, Silesian University of Technology, Krasińskiego 8, 40-019 Katowice, Poland
- Correspondence: (J.K.); (D.B.-K.)
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- Department of Material Engineering, Central Mining Institute, Pl. Gwarków 1, 40-166 Katowice, Poland;
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Romero-Cedillo L, Poggi-Varaldo HM, Santoyo-Salazar J, Escamilla-Alvarado C, Matsumoto-Kuwabara Y, Ponce-Noyola MT, Bretón-Deval L, García-Rocha M. Biological synthesis of iron nanoparticles using hydrolysates from a waste-based biorefinery. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2020; 27:28649-28669. [PMID: 32347480 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-020-08729-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2019] [Accepted: 04/02/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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The purpose of this work was to produce iron nanoparticles (Fe-NP) by microbial pathway from anaerobic bacteria grown in anaerobic fluidized bed reactors (AnFBRs) that constitute a new stage of a waste-based biorefinery. Bioparticles from biological fluidized bed reactors from a biorefinery of organic fraction of municipal solid wastes (that produces hydrolysates rich in reducing sugars) were nanodecorated (embedded nanobioparticle or nanodecorated bioparticle, ENBP) by biological reduction of iron salts. Factors "origin of bioparticles" (either from hydrogenogenic or methanogenic fluidized bed reactor) and "type of iron precursor salt" (iron chloride or iron citrate) were explored. SEM and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM) showed amorphous distribution of nanoparticles (NP) on the bioparticles surface, although small structures that are nanoparticle-like could be seen in the SEM micrographs. Some agglomeration of NPs was confirmed by DLS. Average NP size was lower in general for NP in ENBP-M than ENBP-H according to HRTEM. The factors did not have a significant influence on the specific surface area of NPs, which was high and in the range 490 to 650 m2 g-1. Analysis by EDS displayed consistent iron concentration 60-65% iron in nanoparticles present in ENBP-M (bioparticles previously grown in methanogenic bioreactor), whereas the iron concentration in NPs present in ENBP-H (bioparticles previously grown in hydrogenogenic bioreactor) was more variable in a range from 8.5 to 62%, depending on the iron salt. X-ray diffraction patterns showed the typical peaks for magnetite at 35° (3 1 1), 43° (4 0 0), and 62° (4 0 0); moreover, siderite diffraction pattern was found at 26° (0 1 2), 38° (1 1 0), and 42° (1 1 3). Results of infrared analysis of ENBP in our work were congruent with presence of magnetite and occasionally siderite determined by XRD analysis as well as presence of both Fe+2 and F+3 (and selected satellite signal peaks) observed by XPS. Our results on the ENBPs hold promise for water treatment, since iron NPs are commonly used in wastewater technologies that treat a wide variety of pollutants. Finally, the biological production of ENBP coupled to a biorefinery could become an environmentally friendly platform for nanomaterial biosynthesis as well as an additional source of revenues for a waste-based biorefinery.
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- Leticia Romero-Cedillo
- Programa de Doctorado en Nanociencias y Nanotecnología, CINVESTAV del IPN, P.O. Box 17-740, 07000, Mexico City, Mexico
- Environmental Biotechnology and Renewable Energies Group, CINVESTAV del IPN, P.O. Box 14-740, 07000, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Programa de Doctorado en Nanociencias y Nanotecnología, CINVESTAV del IPN, P.O. Box 17-740, 07000, Mexico City, Mexico.
- Environmental Biotechnology and Renewable Energies Group, CINVESTAV del IPN, P.O. Box 14-740, 07000, Mexico City, Mexico.
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- Programa de Doctorado en Nanociencias y Nanotecnología, CINVESTAV del IPN, P.O. Box 17-740, 07000, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Centre for Research on Biotechnology and Nanotechnology (CIByN), Faculty of Chemical Sciences, Engineering and Sustainable Bioprocesses Group, UANL, Parque de Investigación e Innovación Tecnológica, km 10 Autopista al Aeropuerto Internacional Mariano Escobedo, 66629, Apodaca, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Programa de Doctorado en Nanociencias y Nanotecnología, CINVESTAV del IPN, P.O. Box 17-740, 07000, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Departamento de Biotecnología y Bioingeniería, CINVESTAV del IPN, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Cátedras Conacyt - Instituto de Biotecnología, UNAM, Av. Universidad 2001, Chamilpa, 62210, Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico
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- Programa de Doctorado en Nanociencias y Nanotecnología, CINVESTAV del IPN, P.O. Box 17-740, 07000, Mexico City, Mexico
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Rodriguez LJ, Peças P, Carvalho H, Orrego CE. A literature review on life cycle tools fostering holistic sustainability assessment: An application in biocomposite materials. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2020; 262:110308. [PMID: 32250791 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2020.110308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2019] [Revised: 01/12/2020] [Accepted: 02/18/2020] [Indexed: 05/21/2023]
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Sustainability of products and services has become a compulsory requirement and an essential requirement for organizations, governments, markets and society in general. Among the various ways of measuring sustainability that have been developed, those based on life cycle thinking provide one of the frameworks for assessing the potential impacts of products and services. However, despite sustainability of triple bottom line parameters (ecological, financial and social), the life cycle assessment is the most mature and prominent available tool. In addition, integration methodologies have come up, like life cycle sustainability assessment (integrating the three sustainability dimensions) and life cycle engineering (including the technical or functional aspect). The application of these methodologies to emergent materials and technologies represents a huge challenge, because there is lack of proper indicators, lack of information and contradictory information is common. This is the case of biocomposites, built with nature-based materials harvested in a myriad of ways in several regions of the globe. So, this paper presents a systematic literature review about the research done on the realm of sustainability assessment methods application to biocomposites. It reveals knowledge and information gaps to apply these methodologies. The integration of the existing methodologies is proposed as a way to allow a holistic sustainability assessment of biocomposite materials.
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- L Joana Rodriguez
- Facultad de Ingeniería y Arquitectura, Departamento de Ingeniería Industrial, Universidad Nacional de Colombia Sede Manizales, Bloque Q, 170003, Manizales, Colombia.
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- IDMEC, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, Av. Rovisco Pais, 1049-001 Lisboa, Portugal.
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- IDMEC, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, Av. Rovisco Pais, 1049-001 Lisboa, Portugal
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- Instituto de Biotecnología y Agroindustria, Departamento de Física y Química, Universidad Nacional Colombia Sede Manizales, Bloque T, 170003, Manizales, Colombia.
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Effects of various surface treatments on Aloe Vera fibers used as reinforcement in poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate) (PHBHHx) biocomposites. Polym Degrad Stab 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2020.109131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Moisture Absorption in Fibre Matrix Laminates for Different Fibre Orientations: Simulation and Experimental Study. ARABIAN JOURNAL FOR SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING 2019. [DOI: 10.1007/s13369-019-04284-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Korol J, Hejna A, Burchart-Korol D, Chmielnicki B, Wypiór K. Water Footprint Assessment of Selected Polymers, Polymer Blends, Composites, and Biocomposites for Industrial Application. Polymers (Basel) 2019; 11:polym11111791. [PMID: 31683877 PMCID: PMC6918390 DOI: 10.3390/polym11111791] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2019] [Revised: 10/21/2019] [Accepted: 10/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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This paper presents a water footprint assessment of polymers, polymer blends, composites, and biocomposites based on a standardized EUR-pallet case study. The water footprint analysis is based on life cycle assessment (LCA). The study investigates six variants of EUR-pallet production depending on the materials used. The system boundary included the production of each material and the injection molding to obtain a standardized EUR-pallet of complex properties. This paper shows the results of a water footprint of six composition variants of analyzed EUR-pallet, produced from biocomposites and composites based on polypropylene, poly(lactic acid), cotton fibers, jute fibers, kenaf fibers, and glass fibers. Additionally, a water footprint of applied raw materials was evaluated. The highest water footprint was observed for cotton fibers as a reinforcement of the analyzed biocomposites and composites. The water footprint of cotton fibers is caused by the irrigation of cotton crops. The results demonstrate that the standard EUR-pallet produced from polypropylene with glass fibers as reinforcement can contribute to the lowest water footprint.
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- Jerzy Korol
- Department of Material Engineering, Central Mining Institute, Pl. Gwarków 1, 40-166 Katowice, Poland.
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- Department of Material Engineering, Central Mining Institute, Pl. Gwarków 1, 40-166 Katowice, Poland.
- Department of Polymer Technology, Gdansk University of Technology, Narutowicza 11/12, 80-233 Gdansk, Poland.
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- Faculty of Transport and Aviation Engineering, Silesian University of Technology, Krasińskiego 8, 40-019 Katowice, Poland.
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- Paint & Plastics Department in Gliwice, Institute for Engineering of Polymer Materials and Dyes, 50 A Chorzowska Street, 44-100 Gliwice, Poland.
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- Department of Material Engineering, Central Mining Institute, Pl. Gwarków 1, 40-166 Katowice, Poland.
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Comparative effect of ionic liquids pretreatment on thermogravimetric kinetics of crude oil palm biomass for possible sustainable exploitation. J Mol Liq 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2019.02.133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Chan MY, Koay SC. Biodegradation and thermal properties of crosslinked chitosan/corn cob biocomposite films by electron beam irradiation. POLYM ENG SCI 2018. [DOI: 10.1002/pen.24854] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Ming Yeng Chan
- HELP College of Arts and Technology (HELP CAT), Centre for Engineering Programmes; Kuala Lumpur 55200 Malaysia
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- School of Engineering; Taylor's University Lakeside Campus; Subang Jaya, 47500 Selangor Malaysia
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Durability of wood plastic composites manufactured from recycled plastic. Heliyon 2018; 4:e00559. [PMID: 29560470 PMCID: PMC5857712 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2018.e00559] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2017] [Revised: 12/22/2017] [Accepted: 02/26/2018] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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The influence of accelerated weathering, xenon-arc light and freeze-thaw cycling on wood plastic composites extruded from a recycled plastic was studied. The results showed that, in general, weathering had a stronger impact on samples made from plastic waste compared to a sample made from virgin material. After weathering, the mechanical properties, tensile and flexural, were reduced by 2–30%, depending on the plastic source. Wettability of the samples was shown to play a significant role in their stability. Chemical analysis with infrared spectroscopy and surface observation with a scan electron microscope confirmed the mechanical test results. Incorporation of carbon black retained the properties during weathering, reducing the wettability of the sample, diminishing the change of mechanical properties, and improving color stability.
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Abhijith R, Ashok A, Rejeesh C. Sustainable packaging applications from mycelium to substitute polystyrene: a review. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.matpr.2017.09.211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Badia J, Ribes-Greus A. Mechanical recycling of polylactide, upgrading trends and combination of valorization techniques. Eur Polym J 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2016.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Chan MY, Koay SC, Husseinsyah S, Sam ST. Cross-linked Chitosan/Corn Cob Biocomposite Films with Salicylaldehyde on Tensile, Thermal, and Biodegradable Properties: A Comparative Study. ADVANCES IN POLYMER TECHNOLOGY 2016. [DOI: 10.1002/adv.21784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Ming Yeng Chan
- Centre of Engineering Programmes; HELP College of Arts and Technology 6.01 Level 1-7; Kompleks Metro Pudu, 1 Jalan Metro Pudu 2, Fraser Business Park 55200 Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
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- School of Engineering; Taylor's University Lakeside Campus; No. 1, Jalan Taylor's 47500 Subang Jaya Selangor Malaysia
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- Division of Polymer Engineering; School of Materials Engineering; Universiti Malaysia Perlis; 02600 Jejawi Perlis Malaysia
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- School of Bioprocess Engineering; Universiti Malaysia Perlis; 02600 Arau Perlis Malaysia
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Valdés A, Fenollar O, Beltrán A, Balart R, Fortunati E, Kenny JM, Garrigós MC. Characterization and enzymatic degradation study of poly(ε-caprolactone)-based biocomposites from almond agricultural by-products. Polym Degrad Stab 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2016.02.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Regazzi A, Corn S, Ienny P, Bergeret A. Coupled hydro-mechanical aging of short flax fiber reinforced composites. Polym Degrad Stab 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2016.06.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Tran CD, Prosenc F, Franko M, Benzi G. Synthesis, structure and antimicrobial property of green composites from cellulose, wool, hair and chicken feather. Carbohydr Polym 2016; 151:1269-1276. [PMID: 27474680 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2016.06.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2016] [Revised: 05/06/2016] [Accepted: 06/03/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Novel composites between cellulose (CEL) and keratin (KER) from three different sources (wool, hair and chicken feather) were successfully synthesized in a simple one-step process in which butylmethylimidazolium chloride (BMIm(+)Cl(-)), an ionic liquid, was used as the sole solvent. The method is green and recyclable because [BMIm(+)Cl(-)] used was recovered for reuse. Spectroscopy (FTIR, XRD) and imaging (SEM) results confirm that CEL and KER remain chemically intact and homogeneously distributed in the composites. KER retains some of its secondary structure in the composites. Interestingly, the minor differences in the structure of KER in wool, hair and feather produced pronounced differences in the conformation of their corresponding composites with wool has the highest α-helix content and feather has the lowest content. These results correlate well with mechanical and antimicrobial properties of the composites. Specifically, adding CEL into KER substantially improves mechanical strength of [CEL+KER] composites made from all three different sources, wool, hair and chicken feathers i.e., [CEL+wool], [CEL+hair] and [CEL+feather]. Since mechanical strength is due to CEL, and CEL has only random structure, [CEL+feather] has, expectedly, the strongest mechanical property because feather has the lowest content of α-helix. Conversely, [CEL+wool] composite has the weakest mechanical strength because wool has the highest α-helix content. All three composites exhibit antibacterial activity against methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The antibacterial property is due not to CEL but to the protein and strongly depends on the type of the keratin, namely, the bactericidal effect is strongest for feather and weakest for wool. These results together with our previous finding that [CEL+KER] composites can control release of drug such as ciprofloxacin clearly indicate that these composites can potentially be used as wound dressing.
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- Chieu D Tran
- Department of Chemistry, Marquette University, P.O. Box 1881, Milwaukee, WI 53201, USA.
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- Department of Chemistry, Marquette University, P.O. Box 1881, Milwaukee, WI 53201, USA
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- Department of Chemistry, Marquette University, P.O. Box 1881, Milwaukee, WI 53201, USA
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- Department of Chemistry, Marquette University, P.O. Box 1881, Milwaukee, WI 53201, USA
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Güven O, Monteiro SN, Moura EAB, Drelich JW. Re-Emerging Field of Lignocellulosic Fiber – Polymer Composites and Ionizing Radiation Technology in their Formulation. POLYM REV 2016. [DOI: 10.1080/15583724.2016.1176037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Mallakpour S, Nouruzi N. Effect of modified ZnO nanoparticles with biosafe molecule on the morphology and physiochemical properties of novel polycaprolactone nanocomposites. POLYMER 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymer.2016.02.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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We observed the anti-UV action of beetroot extract in an ultra-high molecular weight (UHMWPE) matrix. The beetroot extract and the one prepared from annatto seed also acted efficiently as pigment to the same polymeric matrix. Neat UHMWPE and UHMWPE compounded with annatto and beet extract were compression molded and tensile specimens were obtained from the molded plates and submitted to UV radiation for up to 42 days. Tensile tests were performed and it was observed that the beet extract had a stabilizing action in the polymer compared to neat polymer and the one with annatto extract. Complementary analyses showed good homogenization of the extracts through the polymer matrix indicating the possibility of use as pigment, although the annatto extract appeared to be very unstable under irradiation. Spectroscopic characterization helped to explain the stability of the extracts before and after molding.
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Silva EAD, Moita Neto JM. Impactos ambientais da produção de garrafas de polietileno numa indústria de Teresina-PI. POLIMEROS 2015. [DOI: 10.1590/0104-1428.1949] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Resumo A Avaliação do Ciclo de Vida (ACV) é uma ferramenta que possibilita a avaliação da performance ambiental de processos, produtos e serviços. Neste trabalho, a ACV é empregada para avaliar etapas do ciclo de vida de garrafas de polietileno. As matérias-primas (polietileno de alta densidade, polietileno de baixa densidade e pigmento) são adquiridas no pólo petroquímico de Recife, PE e transportadas a Teresina, PI por modal rodoviário, onde são transformadas pelo processo de moldagem por sopro. Depois disso, as garrafas são distribuídas para o município de Parnaíba, PI. Os dados primários foram coletados em uma indústria de transformação de plásticos de Teresina, PI e modelados no software SimaPro versão PhD 8.0.3.1 em conjunto com dados secundários obtidos nas bibliotecas Ecoinvent 3 e USLCI. A Avaliação de Impactos foi realizada segundo o modelo ReCiPe Midpoint (E). Observou-se que o processo produtivo na indústria de transformação, que demanda um elevado consumo de energia elétrica, se destacou na contribuição para as categorias de impacto; seguido pelo processo de transporte de matérias-primas e do produto final por conta da utilização do diesel. A melhoria do desempenho ambiental da garrafa plástica transformada em Teresina, PI pode ser alcançada com a implantação da eficiência energética na própria indústria.
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Papanicolaou GC, Psarra E, Anastasiou D. Manufacturing and mechanical response optimization of epoxy resin/Luffa Cylindrica composite. J Appl Polym Sci 2015. [DOI: 10.1002/app.41992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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- George C. Papanicolaou
- Composite Materials Group; Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics; University of Patras; GR-26500 Patras Greece
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- Composite Materials Group; Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics; University of Patras; GR-26500 Patras Greece
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- Composite Materials Group; Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics; University of Patras; GR-26500 Patras Greece
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Patricia Costa Gonçalves S, Mara Martins Franchetti S. Biodegradation of PP and PE Blended with PHBV in Soil Samples. ADVANCES IN POLYMER TECHNOLOGY 2014. [DOI: 10.1002/adv.21486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Valdés García A, Ramos Santonja M, Sanahuja AB, Selva MDCG. Characterization and degradation characteristics of poly(ε-caprolactone)-based composites reinforced with almond skin residues. Polym Degrad Stab 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2014.03.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Elchinger PH, Awada H, Zerrouki C, Montplaisir D, Zerrouki R. Kraft Pulp–Starch Covalent Linking: A Promising Route to a New Material. Ind Eng Chem Res 2014. [DOI: 10.1021/ie500555g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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- Pierre-Henri Elchinger
- Laboratoire
de chimie des substances naturelles, Université de Limoges, 123 avenue
Albert Thomas, 87060 Limoges, France
- Centre
de recherche sur les matériaux lignocellulosiques, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, 3351 boul. des Forges, C.P. 500, Trois-Rivières, Quebec City, G9A 5H7 Quebec, Canada
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- Centre
de recherche sur les matériaux lignocellulosiques, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, 3351 boul. des Forges, C.P. 500, Trois-Rivières, Quebec City, G9A 5H7 Quebec, Canada
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- Equipe
Physique: Capteurs Chimiques et Biologiques, Cnam, 2 Rue Conté, 75003 Paris, France
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- Centre
de recherche sur les matériaux lignocellulosiques, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, 3351 boul. des Forges, C.P. 500, Trois-Rivières, Quebec City, G9A 5H7 Quebec, Canada
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- Laboratoire
de chimie des substances naturelles, Université de Limoges, 123 avenue
Albert Thomas, 87060 Limoges, France
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Speranza V, De Meo A, Pantani R. Thermal and hydrolytic degradation kinetics of PLA in the molten state. Polym Degrad Stab 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2013.12.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 92] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Alateyah AI, Dhakal HN, Zhang ZY. Processing, Properties, and Applications of Polymer Nanocomposites Based on Layer Silicates: A Review. ADVANCES IN POLYMER TECHNOLOGY 2013. [DOI: 10.1002/adv.21368] [Citation(s) in RCA: 85] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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- A. I. Alateyah
- Al Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University; Riyadh Saudi Arabia
- Advanced Polymer and Composites Research Group; School of Engineering, University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth PO1 3DJ UK
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- Advanced Polymer and Composites Research Group; School of Engineering, University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth PO1 3DJ UK
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- Advanced Polymer and Composites Research Group; School of Engineering, University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth PO1 3DJ UK
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Šimkovic I. Unexplored possibilities of all-polysaccharide composites. Carbohydr Polym 2013; 95:697-715. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2013.03.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 77] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2013] [Revised: 02/25/2013] [Accepted: 03/11/2013] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Ausias G, Bourmaud A, Coroller G, Baley C. Study of the fibre morphology stability in polypropylene-flax composites. Polym Degrad Stab 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2013.03.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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