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Tushar SI, Anik HR, Uddin MM, Mandal S, Mohakar V, Rai S, Sharma S. Nanocellulose-based porous lightweight materials with flame retardant properties: A review. Carbohydr Polym 2024; 339:122237. [PMID: 38823907 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2024] [Revised: 05/03/2024] [Accepted: 05/04/2024] [Indexed: 06/03/2024]
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This review discusses the development and application of nanocellulose (NC)-aerogels, a sustainable and biodegradable biomaterial, with enhanced flame retardant (FR) properties. NC-aerogels combine the excellent physical and mechanical properties of NC with the low density and thermal conductivity of aerogels, making them promising for thermal insulation and other fields. However, the flammability of NC-aerogels limits their use in some applications, such as electromagnetic interference shielding, oil/water separation, and flame-resistant textiles. The review covers the design, fabrication, modification, and working mechanism of NC porous materials, focusing on how advanced technologies can impart FR properties into them. The review also evaluates the FR performance of NC-aerogels by employing widely recognized tests, such as the limited oxygen index, cone calorimeter, and UL-94. The review also explores the integration of innovative and eco-friendly materials, such as MXene, metal-organic frameworks, dopamine, lignin, and alginate, into NC-aerogels, to improve their FR performance and functionality. The review concludes by outlining the potential, challenges, and limitations of future research on FR NC-aerogels, identifying the obstacles and potential solutions, and understanding the current progress and gaps in the field.
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- Shariful Islam Tushar
- Department of Design and Merchandising, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, USA; Department of Apparel Engineering, Bangladesh University of Textiles, Tejgaon, Dhaka 1208, Bangladesh
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- Department of Apparel Engineering, Bangladesh University of Textiles, Tejgaon, Dhaka 1208, Bangladesh; Department of Chemistry and Chemical & Biomedical Engineering, University of New Haven, West Haven, CT 06516, USA
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- Department of Textiles, Merchandising, and Interiors, University of Georgia, 305 Sanford Dr., Athens, GA 30602, USA.
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- Department of Design and Merchandising, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, USA
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- Department of Textiles, Merchandising, and Interiors, University of Georgia, 305 Sanford Dr., Athens, GA 30602, USA
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- Department of Textiles, Merchandising, and Interiors, University of Georgia, 305 Sanford Dr., Athens, GA 30602, USA
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- Department of Textiles, Merchandising, and Interiors, University of Georgia, 305 Sanford Dr., Athens, GA 30602, USA.
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Zou C, Chen L, Liu Q, Lu W, Sun X, Liu J, Lei Y, Zhao W, Liu Y. Flexible Aluminum-Air Battery Based on High-Performance Three-Dimensional Dual-Network PVA/KC/KOH Composite Gel Polymer Electrolyte. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2024; 40:9999-10007. [PMID: 38696767 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.4c00159] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/04/2024]
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With a large theoretical capacity and high energy density, aluminum-air batteries are a promising energy storage device. However, the rigid structure and liquid electrolyte of a traditional aluminum-air battery limit its application potential in the field of flexible electronics, and the irreversible corrosion of its anode greatly reduces the battery life. To solve the above problems, a PVA/KC/KOH (2 M) composite gel polymer electrolyte (GPE) with a three-dimensional dual-network structure consisting of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), kappa-carrageenan (KC), and potassium hydroxide was prepared in this paper by a simple two-step method and applied in aluminum-air batteries. At room temperature, the ionic conductivity of the PVA/KC/KOH (2 M) composite GPE was found to be up to 6.50 × 10-3 S cm-1. By utilizing this composite GPE, a single flexible aluminum-air battery was assembled and achieved a maximum discharge voltage of 1.2 V at 5 mA cm-2, with discharge time exceeding 3 h. Moreover, the single flexible aluminum-air battery maintains good electrochemical performance under various deformation modes, and the output voltage of the battery remains at about 99% after 300 cycles. The construction of flexible aluminum-air batteries based on a three-dimensional dual-network PVA/KC/KOH composite GPE provides excellent safety and high-multiplication capabilities for aluminum-air batteries, making them potential candidates for various flexible device applications.
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- Chang Zou
- School of Chemical Engineering, Northwest University, Xi'an 710127, China
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- BYD Automobile Co., Ltd., Xi'an 710119, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Northwest University, Xi'an 710127, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Northwest University, Xi'an 710127, China
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- Luoyang Institute of Science and Technology, Luoyang 471023, China
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- Key Laboratory of Coal Resources Exploration and Comprehensive Utilization, Ministry of Natural Resources, Shaanxi Coal Geology Group Company Limited, Xi'an 710069, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Northwest University, Xi'an 710127, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Northwest University, Xi'an 710127, China
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- School of Aerospace, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710049, China
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Zhu J, Wang Y, Zhao X, Li N, Guo X, Zhao L, Yin Y. Anisotropic composite aerogel with thermal insulation and flame retardancy from cellulose nanofibers, calcium alginate and boric acid. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 267:131450. [PMID: 38588838 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131450] [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: 10/06/2023] [Revised: 03/21/2024] [Accepted: 04/05/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024]
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With the increasing severity of energy shortages and environmental pollution, there is an urgent need for advanced thermal insulation materials with excellent comprehensive performance, including low thermal conductivity, high flame resistance, and strong compressive strength. Herein, an anisotropic composite aerogel based on cellulose nanofibers (CNF), calcium alginate (CA), and boric acid (BA) is fabricated using a directional freeze-drying strategy. The CA and BA, as double cross-linking agents, associated with oriented porous structure provide the resultant aerogel with good mechanical strength. Additionally, self-flame retardant CA and BA act as synergistic flame retardants that endow the aerogel with excellent flame retardance properties such as a limiting oxygen index value of 44.2 %, UL-94 V-0 rating, and low heat release. Furthermore, this composite aerogel exhibits outstanding thermal insulation performance with a low thermal conductivity of approximately 30 mW m-1 K-1. Therefore, the composite aerogel is expected to have a wide potential application in areas such as construction, automotive industry, batteries, petrochemical pipelines, and high-temperature reaction devices.
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- Jintao Zhu
- Institute of Functional Textiles and Advanced Materials, Center for Advanced Fire-Safety Materials D & A (Shandong), College of Textiles & Clothing, State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- Institute of Functional Textiles and Advanced Materials, Center for Advanced Fire-Safety Materials D & A (Shandong), College of Textiles & Clothing, State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- Institute of Functional Textiles and Advanced Materials, Center for Advanced Fire-Safety Materials D & A (Shandong), College of Textiles & Clothing, State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- Institute of Functional Textiles and Advanced Materials, Center for Advanced Fire-Safety Materials D & A (Shandong), College of Textiles & Clothing, State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- Yantai Key Laboratory of Functional Fibers and Textiles, Shandong Nanshan Fashion Sci-Tech Co., Ltd., Postdoctoral workstation of Nanshan Group Co., Ltd., Longkou 265706, China
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- Yantai Key Laboratory of Functional Fibers and Textiles, Shandong Nanshan Fashion Sci-Tech Co., Ltd., Postdoctoral workstation of Nanshan Group Co., Ltd., Longkou 265706, China
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- Institute of Functional Textiles and Advanced Materials, Center for Advanced Fire-Safety Materials D & A (Shandong), College of Textiles & Clothing, State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; Yantai Key Laboratory of Functional Fibers and Textiles, Shandong Nanshan Fashion Sci-Tech Co., Ltd., Postdoctoral workstation of Nanshan Group Co., Ltd., Longkou 265706, China.
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Feng J, Liu L, Zhang Y, Wang Q, Liang H, Wang H, Song P. Rethinking the pathway to sustainable fire retardants. EXPLORATION (BEIJING, CHINA) 2023; 3:20220088. [PMID: 37933239 PMCID: PMC10624375 DOI: 10.1002/exp.20220088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2022] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 11/08/2023]
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Flame retardants are currently used in a wide range of industry sectors for saving lives and property by mitigating fire hazards. The growing fire safety requirements for materials boost an escalating demand for consumption of fire retardants. This has significantly driven both the industry and scientific community to pursue sustainable fire retardants, but what makes a sustainable flame retardant? Here an overview of recent advances in sustainable flame retardants is offered, and their renewable raw materials, green synthesis and life cycle assessments are highlighted. A discussion on key challenges that hinder the innovation of fire retardants and design principles for creating truly sustainable yet cost-effective fire retardants are also presented. This short work is expected to help drive the development of sustainable, cost-effective fire retardants, and expedite the creation of a more sustainable and safer society.
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- Jiabing Feng
- China‐Australia Institute for Advanced Materials and ManufacturingJiaxing UniversityJiaxingChina
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- College of Environment and Safety EngineeringQingdao University of Science and TechnologyQingdaoChina
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- Laboratory of Polymer Materials and EngineeringNingboTech UniversityNingboChina
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- Department of Chemical EngineeringTexas A&M UniversityTexasUSA
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- Mary Kay O'Connor Process Safety Center, Artie McFerrin Department of Chemical EngineeringTexas A&M UniversityTexasUSA
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- Centre for Future MaterialsUniversity of Southern QueenslandSpringfieldAustralia
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- Centre for Future MaterialsUniversity of Southern QueenslandSpringfieldAustralia
- School of Agriculture and Environmental ScienceUniversity of Southern QueenslandSpringfieldAustralia
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Cao Y, Zhang G, Zou J, Dai H, Wang C. Natural Pyranosyl Materials: Potential Applications in Solid-State Batteries. CHEMSUSCHEM 2023; 16:e202202216. [PMID: 36797983 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202202216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2022] [Revised: 02/16/2023] [Accepted: 02/16/2023] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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Solid-state batteries have become one of the hottest research areas today, due to the use of solid-state electrolytes enabling the high safety and energy density. Because of the interaction with electrolyte salts and the abundant ion transport sites, natural polysaccharide polymers with rich functional groups such as -OH, -OR or -COO- etc. have been applied in solid-state electrolytes and have the merits of possibly high ionic conductivity and sustainability. This review summarizes the recent progress of natural polysaccharides and derivatives for polymer electrolytes, which will stimulate further interest in the application of polysaccharides for solid-state batteries.
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- Yueyue Cao
- School of Integrated Circuits, School of Optical and Electronic Information, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Optics Valley Laboratory, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- School of Integrated Circuits, School of Optical and Electronic Information, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Optics Valley Laboratory, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- School of Integrated Circuits, School of Optical and Electronic Information, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Optics Valley Laboratory, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- School of Integrated Circuits, School of Optical and Electronic Information, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Optics Valley Laboratory, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- School of Integrated Circuits, School of Optical and Electronic Information, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Optics Valley Laboratory, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, China
- Wenzhou Advanced Manufacturing Institute, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wenzhou, 325035, China
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Rahman NEB, Smith SW, Lam WN, Chong KY, Chua MSE, Teo PY, Lee DWJ, Phua SY, Aw CY, Lee JSH, Wardle DA. Leaf decomposition and flammability are largely decoupled across species in a tropical swamp forest despite sharing some predictive leaf functional traits. THE NEW PHYTOLOGIST 2023; 238:598-611. [PMID: 36651117 DOI: 10.1111/nph.18742] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Accepted: 01/09/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Decomposition and fire are major carbon pathways in many ecosystems, yet potential linkages between these processes are poorly understood. We test whether variability in decomposability and flammability across species are related to each other and to key plant functional traits in tropical swamp forests, where habitat degradation is elevating decomposition and fire regimes. Using senesced and fresh leaves of 22 swamp tree species in Singapore, we conducted an in situ decomposition experiment and a laboratory flammability experiment. We analysed 16 leaf physical and biochemical traits as predictors of decomposability and components of flammability: combustibility, ignitability and sustainability. Decomposability and flammability were largely decoupled across species, despite some shared predictive traits such as specific leaf area (SLA). Physical traits predicted that thicker leaves with a smaller SLA and volume decomposed faster, while various cation concentrations predicted flammability components, particularly ignitability. We show that flammability and decomposability of swamp forest leaves are decoupled because flammability is mostly driven by biochemical traits, while decomposition is driven by physical traits. Our approach identifies species that are slow to decompose and burn (e.g. Calophyllum tetrapterum and Xanthophyllum flavescens), which could be planted to mitigate carbon losses in tropical swamp reforestation.
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- Nur E B Rahman
- Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University, 62 Nanyang Drive, Singapore City, 637459, Singapore
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- Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University, 62 Nanyang Drive, Singapore City, 637459, Singapore
- Ecology, Conservation and Zoonosis Research and Enterprise Group, School of Applied Sciences, University of Brighton, Lewes Road, Brighton, BN2 4GJ, UK
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- Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University, 62 Nanyang Drive, Singapore City, 637459, Singapore
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- Department of Biological Sciences, National University of Singapore, Science Drive 4, Singapore City, 117558, Singapore
- Singapore Botanic Gardens, National Parks Board, 1 Cluny Road, Singapore City, 259 569, Singapore
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- Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University, 62 Nanyang Drive, Singapore City, 637459, Singapore
- Department of Biological Sciences, National University of Singapore, Science Drive 4, Singapore City, 117558, Singapore
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- Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University, 62 Nanyang Drive, Singapore City, 637459, Singapore
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- Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University, 62 Nanyang Drive, Singapore City, 637459, Singapore
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- Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University, 62 Nanyang Drive, Singapore City, 637459, Singapore
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- Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University, 62 Nanyang Drive, Singapore City, 637459, Singapore
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- Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University, 62 Nanyang Drive, Singapore City, 637459, Singapore
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- Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University, 62 Nanyang Drive, Singapore City, 637459, Singapore
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Guan F, Li Z, Tian J, Zhang Y, Sun J, Guo J, Liu Y. Sheath-core structured Ca-alginate/PVA aerogel fibers via directed freezing wet-spinning. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 229:931-942. [PMID: 36587650 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.12.306] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2022] [Revised: 12/22/2022] [Accepted: 12/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Biomass-based aerogel fibers have attracted increasing attention due to their renewable nature. However, their disadvantages, such as low mechanical strength, poor long-range order, and easy combustion, are still significant challenges. Herein, a directed freezing-assisted forced stretching strategy is developed to fabricate sheath-core structured Ca-alginate/polyvinyl alcohol (Ca-A/PVA) aerogel fibers with Long-range-ordered pores. The Ca-A/PVA aerogel fibers (3:2 m/m) exhibit the best comprehensive mechanical properties in terms of low thermal conductivity of 0.0524 W·m-1·K-1, a density of 0.1614 g·cm-3, a porosity of 89.9 %, a tensile strength of 8.72 MPa, a tensile modulus of 249.7 MPa, a toughness of 1.98 MJ∙m-3, and a self-extinguishing time from the fire of <1.2 s. The Ca-A/PVA fabrics showed a maximum absolute temperature difference of 11.4 °C at -20 °C and 14.0 °C at 60 °C compared to the plate temperature. The presented strategy is generalizable to other alginate-based aerogel fibers (e.g., alginate/guar gum).
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- Fucheng Guan
- College of Textile and Materials Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, Liaoning 116034, PR China
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- College of Textile and Materials Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, Liaoning 116034, PR China
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- College of Textile and Materials Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, Liaoning 116034, PR China
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- College of Textile and Materials Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, Liaoning 116034, PR China
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- College of Textile and Materials Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, Liaoning 116034, PR China
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- College of Textile and Materials Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, Liaoning 116034, PR China.
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- College of Textile and Materials Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, Liaoning 116034, PR China.
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Guo X, Zhao H, Qiang X, Ouyang C, Wang Z, Huang D. Facile construction of agar-based fire-resistant aerogels: A synergistic strategy via in situ generations of magnesium hydroxide and cross-linked Ca-alginate. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 227:297-306. [PMID: 36549030 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.12.164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2022] [Revised: 12/13/2022] [Accepted: 12/15/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Biomass-based aerogel materials have many advantages, such as low thermal conductivity and non-toxicity. These materials are environmentally friendly and have broad development potential in the fields of packaging, cushioning and green building insulation. However, defects, such as low mechanical strength and poor fire safety, greatly limit the application of these materials. In this work, the agar/polyvinyl alcohol composite aerogel modified by the magnesium hydroxide (MH)/sodium alginate (SA) composite flame retardant system was developed by using a freeze-dried technology and the strategy of in-situ generation of MH and crosslinking of SA. The results showed that the MH/SA dramatically enhanced the mechanical and thermal stability of the composites. The compression modulus of AP-M35S15 was 2.37 MPa, which was 152.13 % higher than that of AP-M50. The limiting oxygen index value of AP-M35S15 was 34.1 % and reached V-0 level in the vertical burning test, which was better than those of the samples with a single MH effect. The cone calorimetric test showed that the MH/SA composite flame retardant system performed better in extending the ignition time, slowing down the heat release rate and reducing the total heat release and had a more complete dense carbon structure after burning.
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- Xin Guo
- School of Material Science and Engineering, Lanzhou Jiaotong University, Lanzhou 730070, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Lanzhou Jiaotong University, Lanzhou 730070, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Lanzhou Jiaotong University, Lanzhou 730070, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Lanzhou Jiaotong University, Lanzhou 730070, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Lanzhou Jiaotong University, Lanzhou 730070, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Lanzhou Jiaotong University, Lanzhou 730070, PR China.
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Xie W, Liang X, Wang H, Zhao X, Tang Y, Wu M, Yang H. Structurally Tailoring Clay Nanosheets to Design Emerging Macrofibers with Tunable Mechanical Properties and Thermal Behavior. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023; 15:3141-3151. [PMID: 36598369 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c19295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Bio-derived nanomaterials are promising candidates for spinning high-performance sustainable textiles, but the inherent flammability of biomass-based fibers seriously limits their applications. There is still an urgent need to improve fiber flame retardancy while maintaining excellent mechanical performance. Here, inspired by the structural properties of layered nanoclay, we report a novel and efficient strategy to synthesize the strong, super tough, and flame-retardant nanocellulose/clay/sodium alginate (CRS) macrofibers via wet-spinning and directional drying. Benefiting from the precise modulation of arrangement and orientation of nanoclay in macrofibers, the new inorganic structure exhibits excellent mechanical and thermal functional properties. The anisotropic structure contributes to high toughness: the tensile strength was 373.3 MPa and the toughness was 26.92 MJ·m-3. Remarkably, rectorite nanosheets as a thermal and qualitative insulator significantly improve the flame retardancy of the CRS fibers with a heat release rate as low as 6.07 W/g, thermal conductivity of 90.5 mW/(m·K), and good temperature tolerance (ranging from -196 to 100 °C). This facile and high-efficiency strategy may have great scalability in manufacturing high-strength, super tough, and flame-retardant fibers for emerging biodegradable next-generation artificial fibers.
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- Weimin Xie
- Hunan Key Laboratory of Mineral Materials and Application, School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, Changsha410083, China
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- Hunan Key Laboratory of Mineral Materials and Application, School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, Changsha410083, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Nano-Geomaterials of Ministry of Education, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan430074, China
- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan430074, China
- Key Laboratory of Functional Geomaterials in China Nonmetallic Minerals Industry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan430074, China
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- Hunan Key Laboratory of Mineral Materials and Application, School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, Changsha410083, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha410083, China
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- Electrochemistry/Corrosion Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, McGill University, Montréal, QuébecH3A 0C5, Canada
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- Engineering Research Center of Nano-Geomaterials of Ministry of Education, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan430074, China
- Hunan Key Laboratory of Mineral Materials and Application, School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, Changsha410083, China
- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan430074, China
- Key Laboratory of Functional Geomaterials in China Nonmetallic Minerals Industry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan430074, China
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Milling of pharmaceutical powder carrier excipients: Application of central composite design. ADV POWDER TECHNOL 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apt.2022.103881] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Lu W, Zhang H, Qi G, Hu X, Sun L, Su H, Zhang Q. Synthesis and properties of environmentally friendly double‐network fire fighting gel: Based on natural polymer/industrial solid waste. J Appl Polym Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/app.53111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Wei Lu
- College of Safety and Environmental Engineering Shandong University of Science and Technology Qingdao China
- School of Safety Science and Engineering Anhui University of Science and Technology Huainan China
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- College of Safety and Environmental Engineering Shandong University of Science and Technology Qingdao China
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- College of Safety and Environmental Engineering Shandong University of Science and Technology Qingdao China
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- College of Safety and Environmental Engineering Shandong University of Science and Technology Qingdao China
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- College of Safety and Environmental Engineering Shandong University of Science and Technology Qingdao China
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- College of Safety and Environmental Engineering Shandong University of Science and Technology Qingdao China
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- College of Safety and Environmental Engineering Shandong University of Science and Technology Qingdao China
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Zhao Y, Gao J, Dong C, Ning K, He Y. Microencapsulation of bisphenol A‐bis(diphenyl phosphate) by Pickering emulsions polymerization and its application in water‐borne polyacrylic acid coatings. J Appl Polym Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/app.52872] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Yunting Zhao
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Xi'an University of Science and Technology Xi'an China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Xi'an University of Science and Technology Xi'an China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Xi'an University of Science and Technology Xi'an China
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- Department of Health Products Technical Research & Development Center Yunnanbaiyao Group Co. Ltd Kunming China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Xi'an University of Science and Technology Xi'an China
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Xu K, He Y, Tian X, Wang B, Cao Y, Wang B, Xia Y, Quan F. Smoldering suppression and synergistic effect of alginate fiber‐based composite paper by flame‐retardant lyocell fiber. J Appl Polym Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/app.51580] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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- Kai Xu
- State Key Laboratory of Bio‐Fibers and Eco‐Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials Qingdao University Qingdao China
- College of Materials Science and Engineering Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio‐Fibers and Eco‐Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio‐Fibers and Eco‐Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio‐Fibers and Eco‐Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio‐Fibers and Eco‐Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials Qingdao University Qingdao China
- College of Materials Science and Engineering Qingdao University Qingdao China
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Jiang S, Zhang M, Li M, Zhu J, Ge A, Liu L, Yu J. Cellulose-based composite thermal-insulating foams toward eco-friendly, flexible and flame-retardant. Carbohydr Polym 2021; 273:118544. [PMID: 34560956 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2021.118544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2021] [Revised: 07/02/2021] [Accepted: 08/05/2021] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs) have been developed as building blocks for highly porous foams which are superior in thermal insulation. Unfortunately, the flammability and poor mechanical performance of CNF foams limited their practical applications. In this strategy, biopolymer sodium alginate, together with nontoxic boric acid and borate, were explored to play the roles of flame retardants for methyltrimethoxysilane cross-linked CNF foams. Their co-effects on preventing CNF foams from being ignited were revealed. The composite foams were self-extinguish and showed a considerably increased limited oxygen index (up to 39.5%). Additionally, the foams were flexible with good resilience and bendability. The eco-friendly foams with low thermal conductivity (0.028 W m-1 K-1 at 25 °C), flexibility, and non-ignitability can meet the satisfactory in energy-conservation, wide applicability, and use safety.
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- Shuai Jiang
- College of Textiles, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China
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- College of Textiles, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China
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- College of Textiles, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China
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- College of Textiles, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China
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- Jihua Group Corporation Limited, Beijing 100020, China
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- College of Textiles, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China; Innovation Center for Textile Science and Technology, Donghua University, Shanghai 200051, China.
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- Innovation Center for Textile Science and Technology, Donghua University, Shanghai 200051, China
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Berglund L, Nissilä T, Sivaraman D, Komulainen S, Telkki VV, Oksman K. Seaweed-Derived Alginate-Cellulose Nanofiber Aerogel for Insulation Applications. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2021; 13:34899-34909. [PMID: 34255967 PMCID: PMC8323098 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.1c07954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2021] [Accepted: 07/01/2021] [Indexed: 05/07/2023]
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The next generation of green insulation materials is being developed to provide safer and more sustainable alternatives to conventional materials. Bio-based cellulose nanofiber (CNF) aerogels offer excellent thermal insulation properties; however, their high flammability restricts their application. In this study, the design concept for the development of a multifunctional and non-toxic insulation material is inspired by the natural composition of seaweed, comprising both alginate and cellulose. The approach includes three steps: first, CNFs were separated from alginate-rich seaweed to obtain a resource-efficient, fully bio-based, and inherently flame-retardant material; second, ice-templating, followed by freeze-drying, was employed to form an anisotropic aerogel for effective insulation; and finally, a simple crosslinking approach was applied to improve the flame-retardant behavior and stability. At a density of 0.015 g cm-3, the lightweight anisotropic aerogels displayed favorable mechanical properties, including a compressive modulus of 370 kPa, high thermal stability, low thermal conductivity (31.5 mW m-1 K-1), considerable flame retardancy (0.053 mm s-1), and self-extinguishing behavior, where the inherent characteristics were considerably improved by crosslinking. Different concentrations of the crosslinker altered the mechanical properties, while the anisotropic structure influenced the mechanical properties, combustion velocity, and to some extent thermal conductivity. Seaweed-derived aerogels possess intrinsic characteristics that could serve as a template for the future development of sustainable high-performance insulation materials.
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- Linn Berglund
- Division
of Materials Science, Luleå University
of Technology, SE 971 87 Luleå, Sweden
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- Fiber
and Particle Engineering Research Unit, University of Oulu, FI
90570 Oulu, Finland
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- Empa—Building
Energy Materials and Components, Swiss Federal
Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, CH 8600 Dübendorf, Switzerland
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- Division
of Materials Science, Luleå University
of Technology, SE 971 87 Luleå, Sweden
- Mechanical
& Industrial Engineering, University
of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario M5S 3G8, Canada
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Cheng W, Zhang Q, Xue Y, Wang Y, Zhou X, Li Z, Li Q. Facile synthesis of alginate‐based calcium tungstate composite: A thermally stable blue emitting phosphor. J Appl Polym Sci 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/app.50631] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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- Wen Cheng
- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- Institute of Biomedical Engineering, College of Life Sciences Qingdao University Qingdao China
- State Key Laboratory of Bio‐Fibers and Eco‐Textiles Qingdao University Qingdao China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Qingdao University Qingdao China
- State Key Laboratory of Bio‐Fibers and Eco‐Textiles Qingdao University Qingdao China
- Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological Textiles Qingdao University Qingdao China
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Xu K, Tian X, Cao Y, He Y, Xia Y, Quan F. Suppression of Smoldering of Calcium Alginate Flame-Retardant Paper by Flame-Retardant Polyamide-66. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13030430. [PMID: 33572902 PMCID: PMC7866267 DOI: 10.3390/polym13030430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2020] [Revised: 01/20/2021] [Accepted: 01/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Calcium alginate (Ca-Alg) fibers are renewable fibers obtained from the ocean with essential flame retardancy, which have recently been applied as components of flame-retardant paper. However, the application of Ca-Alg fibers is limited because of their tendency to smolder. Therefore, composites papers were fabricated by blending using flame-retardant polyamide-66 (FR-PA), with a 5 wt% content of phosphorous flame retardant, which will form molten carbon during combustion. When the FR-PA content is 30% of the composite paper, FR-PA forms a compact carbon layer on the surface of the Ca-Alg fibers during combustion, which isolates the mass/heat transfer and effectively suppresses the smoldering of Ca-Alg. This consists of a condensed flame retardant mechanism. Furthermore, the combustion and thermal degradation behavior of paper were analyzed by cone calorimetry (CONE), TG and TG-IR. Ca-Alg in the composite paper decomposed and released CO2 before ignition, which delayed the ignition time. Simultaneously, the FR-PA contained in the composite paper effectively inhibited the combustion of volatile combustibles in the gas phase. Overall, FR-PA and Ca-Alg improve the thermal stability of the composite paper in different temperature regions under air atmosphere. Ca-Alg reduces the formation of aromatic products and NH3 in the composite paper under N2 atmosphere. Ca-Alg-based paper with excellent flame retardancy was successfully prepared.
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- Kai Xu
- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (K.X.); (X.T.); (Y.X.)
- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.C.); (Y.H.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (K.X.); (X.T.); (Y.X.)
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.C.); (Y.H.)
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.C.); (Y.H.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (K.X.); (X.T.); (Y.X.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (K.X.); (X.T.); (Y.X.)
- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.C.); (Y.H.)
- Correspondence:
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Blending alginate fibers with polyester fibers for flame-retardant filling materials: Thermal decomposition behaviors and fire performance. Polym Degrad Stab 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2020.109470] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Vincent T, Vincent C, Dumazert L, Otazaghine B, Sonnier R, Guibal E. Fire behavior of innovative alginate foams. Carbohydr Polym 2020; 250:116910. [PMID: 33049885 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2020.116910] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2020] [Revised: 07/28/2020] [Accepted: 08/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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A new biosourced composite foam (AF, associating foamed alginate matrix and orange peel filler) is successfully tested for fire-retardant properties. This material having similar thermal insulating properties and density than fire-retardant polyurethane foam (FR-PUF, a commercial product) shows promising enhanced properties for flame retardancy, as assessed by different methods such as thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), pyrolysis combustion flow calorimetry (PCFC) and a newly designed apparatus called RAPACES for investigating large-scale samples. All these methods confirm the promising properties of this alternative material in terms of fire protection (pHRR, THR, EHC, time-to-ignition, flame duration or production of residue), especially for heat flux not exceeding 50 kW m-2. At higher heat flux (i.e., 75 kW m-2), flame retardant properties tend to decrease but maintain at a higher level than FR-PUF. The investigation of the effect of AF thickness shows that the critical thickness (CT) is close to 1.5-1.7 cm: heat diffusion and material combustion are limited to the CT layer that protects the underlying layers from combustion. A multiplicity of factors can explain this behavior, such as: (a) negligible heat conduction, (b) low heat of combustion, (c) charring formation, and (d) water release. Water being released from underlying layers, dilutes the gases emitted during the combustion of superficial layers and promotes the flame extinction.
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- Thierry Vincent
- IMT - Mines Ales, Polymers Hybrids and Composites (PCH), 6 Avenue De Clavières, F-30319 Alès Cedex, France
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- IMT - Mines Ales, Polymers Hybrids and Composites (PCH), 6 Avenue De Clavières, F-30319 Alès Cedex, France
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- IMT - Mines Ales, Polymers Hybrids and Composites (PCH), 6 Avenue De Clavières, F-30319 Alès Cedex, France
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- IMT - Mines Ales, Polymers Hybrids and Composites (PCH), 6 Avenue De Clavières, F-30319 Alès Cedex, France
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- IMT - Mines Ales, Polymers Hybrids and Composites (PCH), 6 Avenue De Clavières, F-30319 Alès Cedex, France
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- IMT - Mines Ales, Polymers Hybrids and Composites (PCH), 6 Avenue De Clavières, F-30319 Alès Cedex, France.
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Zhang Q, Zhang X, Cheng W, Li Z, Li Q. In situ-synthesis of calcium alginate nano-silver phosphate hybrid material with high flame retardant and antibacterial properties. Int J Biol Macromol 2020; 165:1615-1625. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.10.085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2020] [Revised: 10/07/2020] [Accepted: 10/12/2020] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Zeng F, Sun Y, Hui B, Xia Y, Zou Y, Zhang X, Yang D. Three-Dimensional Porous Alginate Fiber Membrane Reinforced PEO-Based Solid Polymer Electrolyte for Safe and High-Performance Lithium Ion Batteries. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2020; 12:43805-43812. [PMID: 32897049 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.0c13039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/21/2023]
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The rational design and optimization of solid polymer electrolytes (SPEs) are critical for the application of safety and high efficiency lithium ion batteries (LIBs). Herein, we synthesized a novel poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO)-based SPE (PEO@AF SPE) with a cross-linking network by the introduction of alginate fiber (AF) membranes. Depending on the high-strength supporting AF skeleton and the cross-linking network formed by hydrogen bonds between the PEO matrix and AF skeleton, the obtained PEO@AF SPE exhibits an excellent tensile strength of 3.71 MPa, favorable heat resistance (close to 120 °C), and wide electrochemical stability window (5.2 V vs Li/Li+). Meanwhile, the abundant oxygen-containing groups in alginate macromolecular and the three-dimensional (3D) porous structure of the AF membrane can greatly increase Li+ anchor points and provide more Li+ migration pathways, leading to the enhancement of Li+ conduction and interfacial stability between the SPE and Li anode. Furthermore, the assembled LiFePO4/PEO@AF SPE/Li cells also exhibit satisfactory electrochemical performance. These results reveal that PEO incorporating with AFs can boost the mechanical strength, thermostability, and electrochemical properties of the SPE simultaneously. Furthermore, one will expect that the newly designed PEO@AF SPE with cross-linked networks thus provides the possibility for future applications of safety and high-performance LIBs.
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- Fanyou Zeng
- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological Textiles, Institute of Marine Bio-based Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological Textiles, Institute of Marine Bio-based Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological Textiles, Institute of Marine Bio-based Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological Textiles, Institute of Marine Bio-based Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological Textiles, Institute of Marine Bio-based Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
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- State Centre for International Cooperation on Designer Low-Carbon and Environmental Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological Textiles, Institute of Marine Bio-based Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
- Queensland Micro- and Nanotechnology Centre (QMNC), Griffith University, Nathan, Brisbane QLD 4111, Australia
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Tan L, Li Z, Shi R, Quan F, Wang B, Ma X, Ji Q, Tian X, Xia Y. Preparation and Properties of an Alginate-Based Fiber Separator for Lithium-Ion Batteries. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2020; 12:38175-38182. [PMID: 32803956 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.0c10630] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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The membrane is one of the key inner parts of lithium-ion batteries, which determines the interfacial structure and internal resistance, ultimately affecting the capacity, cycling, and safety performance of the cell. In this article, an alginate-based fiber composite membrane was successfully fabricated from cellulose and calcium alginate with flame-retardant properties via a traditional papermaking process. In the membrane, the calcium alginate plays a bridging role and the cellulose acts as a filler. After 100 cycles, lithium-ion batteries by the alginate-based fiber separator exhibited better capacity retention ratios (approximately 90%) compared with those of commercial PP separators. Furthermore, the alginate-based fiber separator demonstrated fine thermal stability and electrochemical properties, showing a stable charge-discharge capability and no hot melt shrinkage at higher temperatures, which is a breakthrough in improving the safety of the cell. This research affords a new way for the large-scale fabrication of safe lithium-ion battery separators.
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- Liwen Tan
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fiber and Ecological Textile Technology, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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Biodegradable Flame Retardants for Biodegradable Polymer. Biomolecules 2020; 10:biom10071038. [PMID: 32664598 PMCID: PMC7407105 DOI: 10.3390/biom10071038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2020] [Revised: 07/09/2020] [Accepted: 07/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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To improve sustainability of polymers and to reduce carbon footprint, polymers from renewable resources are given significant attention due to the developing concern over environmental protection. The renewable materials are progressively used in many technical applications instead of short-term-use products. However, among other applications, the flame retardancy of such polymers needs to be improved for technical applications due to potential fire risk and their involvement in our daily life. To overcome this potential risk, various flame retardants (FRs) compounds based on conventional and non-conventional approaches such as inorganic FRs, nitrogen-based FRs, halogenated FRs and nanofillers were synthesized. However, most of the conventional FRs are non-biodegradable and if disposed in the landfill, microorganisms in the soil or water cannot degrade them. Hence, they remain in the environment for long time and may find their way not only in the food chain but can also easily attach to any airborne particle and can travel distances and may end up in freshwater, food products, ecosystems, or even can be inhaled if they are present in the air. Furthermore, it is not a good choice to use non-biodegradable FRs in biodegradable polymers such as polylactic acid (PLA). Therefore, the goal of this review paper is to promote the use of biodegradable and bio-based compounds for flame retardants used in polymeric materials.
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Rashtchian M, Hivechi A, Bahrami SH, Milan PB, Simorgh S. Fabricating alginate/poly(caprolactone) nanofibers with enhanced bio-mechanical properties via cellulose nanocrystal incorporation. Carbohydr Polym 2020; 233:115873. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2020.115873] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2019] [Revised: 01/11/2020] [Accepted: 01/13/2020] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Xu S, Li SY, Zhang M, Zeng HY, Wu K, Tian XY, Chen CR, Pan Y. Fabrication of green alginate-based and layered double hydroxides flame retardant for enhancing the fire retardancy properties of polypropylene. Carbohydr Polym 2020; 234:115891. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2020.115891] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2019] [Revised: 01/16/2020] [Accepted: 01/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Characterization and functional assessment of alginate fibers prepared by metal-calcium ion complex coagulation bath. Carbohydr Polym 2020; 232:115693. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2019.115693] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2019] [Revised: 11/26/2019] [Accepted: 11/27/2019] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Electrospinning of biocompatible alginate-based nanofiber membranes via tailoring chain flexibility. Carbohydr Polym 2020; 230:115665. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2019.115665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2019] [Revised: 11/22/2019] [Accepted: 11/22/2019] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Physicochemical inspection and in vitro bioactivity behavior of bio-nanocomposite alginate hydrogels filled by magnesium fluoro-hydroxyapatite. Polym Bull (Berl) 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s00289-020-03111-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Jiang Y, Pang X, Deng Y, Sun X, Zhao X, Xu P, Shao P, Zhang L, Li Q, Li Z. An Alginate Hybrid Sponge with High Thermal Stability: Its Flame Retardant Properties and Mechanism. Polymers (Basel) 2019; 11:polym11121973. [PMID: 31801227 PMCID: PMC6960948 DOI: 10.3390/polym11121973] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2019] [Revised: 11/19/2019] [Accepted: 11/25/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The worldwide applications of polyurethane (PU) and polystyrene (PS) sponge materials have been causing massive non-renewable resource consumption and huge loss of property and life due to its high flammability. Finding a biodegradable and regenerative sponge material with desirable thermal and flame retardant properties remains challenging to date. In this study, bio-based, renewable calcium alginate hybrid sponge materials (CAS) with high thermal stability and flame retardancy were fabricated through a simple, eco-friendly, in situ, chemical-foaming process at room temperature, followed by a facile and economical post-cross-linking method to obtain the organic-inorganic (CaCO3) hybrid materials. The microstructure of CAS showed desirable porous networks with a porosity rate of 70.3%, indicating that a great amount of raw materials can be saved to achieve remarkable cost control. The sponge materials reached a limiting oxygen index (LOI) of 39, which was greatly improved compared with common sponge. Moreover, with only 5% calcium carbonate content, the initial thermal degradation temperature of CAS was increased by 70 °C (from 150 to 220 °C), compared to that of calcium alginate, which met the requirements of high-temperature resistant and nonflammable materials. The thermal degradation mechanism of CAS was supposed based on the experimental data. The combined results suggest promising prospects for the application of CAS in a range of fields and the sponge materials provide an alternative for the commonly used PU and PS sponge materials.
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- Yuhuan Jiang
- College of Life Sciences, Institute of Advanced Cross-Field Science, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.J.); (X.P.)
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- College of Life Sciences, Institute of Advanced Cross-Field Science, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.J.); (X.P.)
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.D.); (X.S.); (X.Z.); (P.X.); (P.S.); (L.Z.)
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.D.); (X.S.); (X.Z.); (P.X.); (P.S.); (L.Z.)
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.D.); (X.S.); (X.Z.); (P.X.); (P.S.); (L.Z.)
- Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological Textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.D.); (X.S.); (X.Z.); (P.X.); (P.S.); (L.Z.)
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.D.); (X.S.); (X.Z.); (P.X.); (P.S.); (L.Z.)
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.D.); (X.S.); (X.Z.); (P.X.); (P.S.); (L.Z.)
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.D.); (X.S.); (X.Z.); (P.X.); (P.S.); (L.Z.)
- Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological Textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
- Correspondence: (Q.L.); (Z.L.); Tel.: +86-532-8595-0705 (Q.L.)
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- College of Life Sciences, Institute of Advanced Cross-Field Science, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.J.); (X.P.)
- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China; (Y.D.); (X.S.); (X.Z.); (P.X.); (P.S.); (L.Z.)
- Correspondence: (Q.L.); (Z.L.); Tel.: +86-532-8595-0705 (Q.L.)
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Effective Adsorption of Methylene Blue dye onto Magnetic Nanocomposites. Modeling and Reuse Studies. APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL 2019. [DOI: 10.3390/app9214563] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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In the present study, new adsorbent beads of alginate (A)/maghemite nanoparticles (γ-Fe2O3)/functionalized multiwalled carbon nanotubes (f-CNT) were prepared and characterized by several techniques, e.g., N2 adsorption-desorption isotherms, Fourier transformed infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA/DTG), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and vibrating sample magnetometry (VSM) and further tested for the adsorption of the dye methylene blue (MB) from water. The beads (A/γ-Fe2O3/f-CNT) presented a relatively low BET specific surface area value of 59 m2g−1. The magnetization saturation values of A/γ-Fe2O3/f-CNT beads determined at 295 K was equal to 27.16 emu g−1, indicating a magnetic character. The time needed to attain the equilibrium of MB adsorption onto the beads was estimated within 48 h. Thus, several kinetic and isotherm equation models were used to fit the kinetic and equilibrium experimental results. The number of adsorbed MB molecules per active site, the anchorage number, the receptor sites density, the adsorbed quantity at saturation, the concentration at half saturation and the molar adsorption energy were quantified using the monolayer model. The calculated negative ΔG0 and positive ΔH0 values suggested the spontaneous and endothermic nature of the adsorption process. In addition, A/γ-Fe2O3/f-CNT composites can be used at least for six times maintaining their significant adsorptive performance and could be easily separated by using a magnet from water after treatment.
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Li XL, He YR, Qin ZM, Chen MJ, Chen HB. Facile fabrication, mechanical property and flame retardancy of aerogel composites based on alginate and melamine-formaldehyde. POLYMER 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymer.2019.121783] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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A Novel Inherently Flame-Retardant Composite Based on Zinc Alginate/Nano-Cu 2O. Polymers (Basel) 2019; 11:polym11101575. [PMID: 31569681 PMCID: PMC6835664 DOI: 10.3390/polym11101575] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2019] [Revised: 09/19/2019] [Accepted: 09/25/2019] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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A novel flame-retardant composite material based on zinc alginate (ZnAlg) and nano-cuprous oxide (Cu2O) was prepared through a simple, eco-friendly freeze-drying process and a sol-gel method. The composites were characterized and their combustion and flammability behavior were tested. The composites had high thermal stability and achieved nearly non-flammability with a limiting oxygen index (LOI) of 58. The results show remarkable improvement of flame-retardant properties in the ZnAlg/Cu2O composites, compared to ZnAlg. Furthermore, the pyrolysis behavior was determined by pyrolysis-gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (Py-GC-MS) and the flame-retardant mechanism was proposed based on the combined experimental results. The prepared composites show promising application prospects in building materials and the textile industry.
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Wu N, Niu F, Lang W, Xia M. Highly efficient flame-retardant and low-smoke-toxicity poly(vinyl alcohol)/alginate/ montmorillonite composite aerogels by two-step crosslinking strategy. Carbohydr Polym 2019; 221:221-230. [PMID: 31227162 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2019.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2019] [Revised: 05/31/2019] [Accepted: 06/05/2019] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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A highly efficient flame-retardant and ultra-low-smoke-toxicity biodegradable material, poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA)/alginate/montmorillonite (MMT) composite aerogel, was fabricated by a new environment-friendly two-step crosslinking strategy using borate and calcium ions. Compressive and specific moduli of the crosslinked PVA/alginate/MMT (P4A4M4/BA/Ca) aerogel increased to 7.2- and 1.9-folds those of the non-crosslinked aerogel, respectively, and the limited oxygen index value increased to 40.0%. Cone calorimeter tests revealed that the total heat release and peak heat release rate values of the P4A4M4/BA/Ca composite aerogel distinctly decreased. Remarkably, the total smoke release value of the P4A4M4/BA/Ca aerogel was considerably lower than those of non-crosslinked PVA composite aerogels, indicating its superior smoke suppression ability and high fire hazardous safety. The flame-retardancy mechanism of the crosslinked P4A4M4/BA/Ca composite aerogels involved a combination of the gaseous phase and condensed phase flame retardancy. The high-performance PVA/alginate/MMT biodegradable composite aerogels with good sustainability is a promising alternative to conventional flame-retardant foams.
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- Ningjing Wu
- Key Laboratory of Rubber-Plastics, Ministry of Education/Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Rubber-Plastics, Qingdao University of Science & Technology, Qingdao City, 266042, Shandong, PR China.
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- Key Laboratory of Rubber-Plastics, Ministry of Education/Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Rubber-Plastics, Qingdao University of Science & Technology, Qingdao City, 266042, Shandong, PR China
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- School of Chemistry, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou City, 510275, Guangdong, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Rubber-Plastics, Ministry of Education/Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Rubber-Plastics, Qingdao University of Science & Technology, Qingdao City, 266042, Shandong, PR China
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Geng C, Zhao Z, Xue Z, Xu P, Xia Y. Preparation of Ion-Exchanged TEMPO-Oxidized Celluloses as Flame Retardant Products. Molecules 2019; 24:molecules24101947. [PMID: 31117205 PMCID: PMC6571781 DOI: 10.3390/molecules24101947] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2019] [Revised: 05/15/2019] [Accepted: 05/17/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Cellulose, as one of the most abundant natural biopolymers, has been widely used in textile industry. However, owing to its drawbacks of flammability and ignitability, the large-scale commercial application of neat cellulose is limited. This study investigated some TEMPO-oxidized cellulose (TOC) which was prepared by selective TEMPO-mediated oxidation and ion exchange. The prepared TOC was characterized by Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy and solid-state 13C-nuclear magnetic resonance (13C-NMR) spectroscopy. The thermal stability and combustion performance of TOC were investigated by thermogravimetry analysis (TG), microscale combustion calorimetry (MCC) and limiting oxygen index (LOI). The results demonstrated that the thermal stability of TOC was less than that of the pristine material cellulose, but the peak of heat release rate (pHHR) and the total heat release (THR) of all TOC were significantly reduced. Additionally, the LOI values of all TOC products were much higher 25%. In summary, the above results indicated that the modified cellulose with carboxyl groups and metal ions by selective oxidation and ion exchange endows efficient flame retardancy.
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- Cunzhen Geng
- State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
- Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
- Co-Innovation Center for Marine Biomass Fibers, Materials and Textiles of Shandong Province, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
- Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
- Co-Innovation Center for Marine Biomass Fibers, Materials and Textiles of Shandong Province, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
- Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
- Co-Innovation Center for Marine Biomass Fibers, Materials and Textiles of Shandong Province, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
- Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
- Co-Innovation Center for Marine Biomass Fibers, Materials and Textiles of Shandong Province, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
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Preparation of CdTe/Alginate Textile Fibres with Controllable Fluorescence Emission through a Wet-Spinning Process and Application in the Trace Detection of Hg 2+ Ions. NANOMATERIALS 2019; 9:nano9040570. [PMID: 30965631 PMCID: PMC6523845 DOI: 10.3390/nano9040570] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2019] [Revised: 03/26/2019] [Accepted: 04/03/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Fluorescent textile fibres (FTFs) are widely used in many industrial fields. However, in addition to fibres with good fluorescence, fibres with excellent colour controllability, structural stability and appropriate mechanical strength still need to be developed. In this work, CdTe/alginate composite FTFs are prepared by taking advantage of the interactions between CdTe nanocrystals (NCs) and alginate macromolecules via a wet-spinning machine with a CaCl2 aqueous solution as the coagulation bath. CdTe NCs were chemically fixed in the fibre due to the interactions among surface ligands, macromolecules and coagulators (calcium ions), which ensured the excellent dispersity and good stability of the fibres. Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET) between NCs in the fibre was found to be restricted, which means that the emission colour of the fibres was totally controllable and could be predicted. Other properties of alginate fibres, such as flame retardance and mechanical strength, were also well preserved in the fluorescent fibres. Finally, FTFs showed good selectivity toward trace Hg2+ ions over other metallic ions, and the detection could be identified by the naked eye.
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Zhang Q, Zhang W, Geng C, Xue Z, Xia Y, Qin Y, Zhang G. Study on the preparation and flame retardant properties of an eco-friendly potassium-calcium carrageenan fiber. Carbohydr Polym 2019; 206:420-427. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2018.10.058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2018] [Revised: 10/12/2018] [Accepted: 10/19/2018] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Wang J, Li Z, Wang Y, Li Q, Chen L, Shi H, Hao J. Controllable layer-by-layer assembly based on brucite and alginates with the assistance of spray drying and flame retardancy influenced by gradients of alginates. J Appl Polym Sci 2019. [DOI: 10.1002/app.47570] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Jingyu Wang
- National Engineering Technology Research Center of Flame Retardant Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering; Beijing Institute of Technology; Beijing 100081 People's Republic of China
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- National Engineering Technology Research Center of Flame Retardant Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering; Beijing Institute of Technology; Beijing 100081 People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Organic Optoelectronics and Molecular Engineering of the Ministry of Education, Department of Chemistry; Tsinghua University; Beijing 100084 People's Republic of China
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- National Engineering Technology Research Center of Flame Retardant Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering; Beijing Institute of Technology; Beijing 100081 People's Republic of China
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- National Engineering Technology Research Center of Flame Retardant Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering; Beijing Institute of Technology; Beijing 100081 People's Republic of China
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- National Engineering Technology Research Center of Flame Retardant Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering; Beijing Institute of Technology; Beijing 100081 People's Republic of China
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- National Engineering Technology Research Center of Flame Retardant Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering; Beijing Institute of Technology; Beijing 100081 People's Republic of China
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Mehrpouya F, Yue Z, Romeo T, Gorkin R, Kapsa RMI, Moulton SE, Wallace GG. A simple technique for development of fibres with programmable microsphere concentration gradients for local protein delivery. J Mater Chem B 2019; 7:556-565. [PMID: 32254789 DOI: 10.1039/c8tb01504j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Alginate has been a biologically viable option for controlled local delivery of bioactive molecules in vitro and in vivo. Specific bioactive molecule release profiles are achieved often by controlling polymer composition/concentration, which also determines the modulus of hydrogels. This largely limits alginate-mediated bioactive molecule delivery to single-factors of uniform concentration applications, rather than applications that may require (multiple) bioactive molecules delivered at a concentration gradient for chemotactic purposes. Here we report a two-phase PLGA/alginate delivery system composed of protein-laden poly-d,l-lactic-co-glycolic acid (PLGA) microspheres wet-spun into alginate fibres. Fluorescein isothiocyanate-conjugated bovine serum albumin (FITC-BSA) was used as a model protein and the developed structures were characterized. The fabrication system devised was shown to produce wet-spun fibres with a protein concentration gradient (G-Alg/PLGA fibre). The two-phase delivery matrices display retarded FITC-BSA release in both initial and late stages compared to release from the PLGA microspheres or alginate fibre alone. In addition, incorporation of higher concentrations of protein-loaded PLGA microspheres increased protein release compared to the fibres with lower concentrations of BSA-loaded microspheres. The "programmable" microsphere concentration gradient fibre methodology presented here may enable development of novel alginate scaffolds with the ability to guide tissue regeneration through tightly-controlled release of one or more proteins in highly defined spatio-temporal configurations.
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- Fahimeh Mehrpouya
- Intelligent Polymer Research Institute, ARC Centre of Excellence for Electromaterials Science, AIIM Facility, Innovation Campus, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW 2522, Australia.
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Ye T, Li D, Liu H, She X, Xia Y, Zhang S, Zhang H, Yang D. Seaweed Biomass-Derived Flame-Retardant Gel Electrolyte Membrane for Safe Solid-State Supercapacitors. Macromolecules 2018. [DOI: 10.1021/acs.macromol.8b01955] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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- Tingting Ye
- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological textiles, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological textiles, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological textiles, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological textiles, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological textiles, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological textiles, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
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- Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266590, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Bio-fibers and Eco-textiles, Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Biobased Fibers and Ecological textiles, Institute of Marine Biobased Materials, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, P. R. China
- Queensland Micro- and Nanotechnology Centre and School of Natural Sciences, Griffith University,
Nathan, Brisbane, QLD 4111, Australia
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Liu Z, Li Z, Zhao X, Zhang L, Li Q. Highly Efficient Flame Retardant Hybrid Composites Based on Calcium Alginate/Nano-Calcium Borate. Polymers (Basel) 2018; 10:E625. [PMID: 30966659 PMCID: PMC6403745 DOI: 10.3390/polym10060625] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2018] [Revised: 05/29/2018] [Accepted: 06/04/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Hybrid composites with low flammability based on renewable calcium alginate and nano-calcium borate were fabricated using an in situ method through a simple, eco-friendly vacuum drying process. The composites were characterized by X-ray diffractometry (XRD), Fourier transform infrared spectrum (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). The combustion behavior and flammability of the composites were assessed by using the limiting oxygen index (LOI) and cone calorimetry (CONE) tests. The composites showed excellent thermal stability and achieved nonflammability with an LOI higher than 60. Pyrolysis was investigated using pyrolysis⁻gas chromatography⁻mass spectrometry (Py-GC-MS) and the results showed that fewer sorts of cracking products were produced from the hybrid composites compared with the calcium alginate. A possible thermal degradation mechanism of composites was proposed based on the experimental data. The combined results indicate that the calcium borate had a nano-effect, accumulating more freely in the hybrid composites and contributing significantly to both the solid phase and gas phase, resulting in an efficient improvement in the flame retardancy of the composites. Our study provides a novel material with promising potentiality for flame retardant applications.
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- Zhenhui Liu
- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
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- College of Life Sciences, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China;.
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
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Eskhan A, Banat F, Selvaraj M, Abu Haija M. Enhanced removal of methyl violet 6B cationic dye from aqueous solutions using calcium alginate hydrogel grafted with poly (styrene-co-maleic anhydride). Polym Bull (Berl) 2018. [DOI: 10.1007/s00289-018-2378-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Dudek G, Turczyn R, Gnus M, Konieczny K. Pervaporative dehydration of ethanol/water mixture through hybrid alginate membranes with ferroferic oxide nanoparticles. Sep Purif Technol 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2017.09.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Zhang XS, Xia YZ, Shi MW, Yan X. The flame retardancy of alginate/flame retardant viscose fibers investigated by vertical burning test and cone calorimeter. CHINESE CHEM LETT 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cclet.2017.07.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Li X, Deng Y, Wang M, Chen X, Xiao Y, Zhang X. Stabilization of Ca-deficient hydroxyapatite in biphasic calcium phosphate ceramics by adding alginate to enhance their biological performances. J Mater Chem B 2018; 6:84-97. [DOI: 10.1039/c7tb02620j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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It is of significance to further improve the bioactivity of existing calcium phosphate (Ca–P) biomaterials to satisfy the needs of regenerative medicine.
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- Xiangfeng Li
- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials
- Sichuan University
- Chengdu 610064
- China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials
- Sichuan University
- Chengdu 610064
- China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials
- Sichuan University
- Chengdu 610064
- China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials
- Sichuan University
- Chengdu 610064
- China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials
- Sichuan University
- Chengdu 610064
- China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials
- Sichuan University
- Chengdu 610064
- China
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Li X, Zhang K, Shi R, Ma X, Tan L, Ji Q, Xia Y. Enhanced flame-retardant properties of cellulose fibers by incorporation of acid-resistant magnesium-oxide microcapsules. Carbohydr Polym 2017; 176:246-256. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2017.08.096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2017] [Revised: 07/28/2017] [Accepted: 08/19/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Vincent T, Dumazert L, Dufourg L, Cucherat C, Sonnier R, Guibal E. New alginate foams: Box-Behnken design of their manufacturing; fire retardant and thermal insulating properties. J Appl Polym Sci 2017. [DOI: 10.1002/app.45868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [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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- Thierry Vincent
- Ecole des Mines d'Alès; Centre des Matériaux des Mines d'Alès; MPA, 6 Avenue de Clavières, Alès Cedex F-30319 France
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- Ecole des Mines d'Alès; Centre des Matériaux des Mines d'Alès; MPA, 6 Avenue de Clavières, Alès Cedex F-30319 France
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- Ecole des Mines d'Alès; Centre des Matériaux des Mines d'Alès; MPA, 6 Avenue de Clavières, Alès Cedex F-30319 France
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- Ecole des Mines d'Alès; Centre des Matériaux des Mines d'Alès; MPA, 6 Avenue de Clavières, Alès Cedex F-30319 France
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- Ecole des Mines d'Alès; Centre des Matériaux des Mines d'Alès; MPA, 6 Avenue de Clavières, Alès Cedex F-30319 France
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- Ecole des Mines d'Alès; Centre des Matériaux des Mines d'Alès; MPA, 6 Avenue de Clavières, Alès Cedex F-30319 France
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Chen W, Liu Y, Liu Y, Wang Q. Preparation of alginate flame retardant containing P and Si and its flame retardancy in epoxy resin. J Appl Polym Sci 2017. [DOI: 10.1002/app.45552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Wei Chen
- Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering; Chengdu Sichuan 610065 People's Republic of China
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- Engineering Research Centre of Marine Biological Resource Comprehensive Utilization, Third Institute of Oceanography; State Oceanic Administration, Xiamen 361005 China
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- Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering; Chengdu Sichuan 610065 People's Republic of China
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- Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering; Chengdu Sichuan 610065 People's Republic of China
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