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Kılıç E, Fullana-I-Palmer P, Fullana M, Delgado-Aguilar M, Puig R. Circularity of new composites from recycled high density polyethylene and leather waste for automotive bumpers. Testing performance and environmental impact. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 919:170413. [PMID: 38309365 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.170413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Revised: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 02/05/2024]
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New composite materials (suitable for automotive bumpers), composed of recycled high-density polyethylene (rHDPE) and leather buffing dust waste (BF) ranging from 20 to 50 wt%, were produced and investigated for mechanical properties. Optimal mechanical performance was achieved with composites containing 30 % wt BF. The environmental performance of automotive bumper production from both virgin and recycled HDPE reinforced with 30 % wt BF (HDPE-BF, rHDPE-BF) composites was compared to that of conventional polypropylene (PP) by performing a cradle to gate life cycle assessment. A component-based approach, instead of a comprehensive LCA assessment for the entire car was adopted using various functional units (FU) such as mass (FU1), volume (FU2), and volume of raw material fulfilling a specific impact strength requirement (FU3), thus enriching the paper with methodological discussions. The rHDPE-BF system provided better environmental performance compared to the virgin PP system, when considering both mass and volume-related functional units, mainly due to the avoidance of virgin polymer production. Even with the inclusion of the use phase in FU2 and a slightly higher density (+1.7 %) of composites than PP-based bumpers, the rHDPE system still provides better environmental performance (10 % less impact). The sensitivity analysis highlighted the significance of car type and final density of the bumper on the impact results. Finally, when using FU3, due to its higher impact strength, HDPE-BF system is clearly the best environmental alternative (50 % less impact) followed by rHDPE-BF system. In all cases, rising the content of recycled materials in the bumpers increases its circularity. The paper illustrates the importance of selecting a suitable functional unit, based on a specific application (i.e., automotive bumpers), to evaluate the environmental impact of new composite materials in comparison to traditional options. Expanding the assessment to encompass multiple functions provides a more accurate portrayal of reality but also introduces greater result uncertainty.
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- Eylem Kılıç
- Leather Engineering Department, Ege University, 35100 İzmir, Turkey.
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- UNESCO Chair in Life Cycle and Climate Change ESCI-UPF, University Pompeu Fabra, 08003 Barcelona, Spain.
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- LEPAMAP-PRODIS Research Group, University of Girona, 17003 Girona, Spain
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- ABBU Research Group, Department of Industrial and Building Engineering, University of Lleida (UdL), 08700 Igualada, Spain.
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Rajeshkumar L, Kumar PS, Ramesh M, Sanjay MR, Siengchin S. Assessment of biodegradation of lignocellulosic fiber-based composites - A systematic review. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 253:127237. [PMID: 37804890 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2023] [Revised: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 10/01/2023] [Indexed: 10/09/2023]
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Lignocellulosic fiber-reinforced polymer composites are the most extensively used modern-day materials with low density and better specific strength specifically developed to render better physical, mechanical, and thermal properties. Synthetic fiber-reinforced composites face some serious issues like low biodegradability, non-environmentally friendly, and low disposability. Lignocellulosic or natural fiber-reinforced composites, which are developed from various plant-based fibers and animal-based fibers are considered potential substitutes for synthetic fiber composites because they are characterized by lightweight, better biodegradability, and are available at low cost. It is very much essential to study end-of-life (EoL) conditions like biodegradability for the biocomposites which occur commonly after their service life. During biodegradation, the physicochemical arrangement of the natural fibers, the environmental conditions, and the microbial populations, to which the natural fiber composites are exposed, play the most influential factors. The current review focuses on a comprehensive discussion of the standards and assessment methods of biodegradation in aerobic and anaerobic conditions on a laboratory scale. This review is expected to serve the materialists and technologists who work on the EoL behaviour of various materials, particularly in natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites to apply these standards and test methods to various classes of biocomposites for developing sustainable materials.
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- L Rajeshkumar
- Centre for Machining and Materials Testing, KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Natural Composites Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB), Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, KIT-Kalaignarkarunanidhi Institute of Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Natural Composites Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB), Bangkok, Thailand.
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- Natural Composites Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB), Bangkok, Thailand
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Zhou Y, Xu G, Li H, Chen Y, Xu X, Li M. Effect of greenhouse gas emissions on the life cycle of biomass energy production and conversion under different straw recycling modes. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 238:117184. [PMID: 37748670 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.117184] [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: 06/08/2023] [Revised: 09/02/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023]
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With the gradual growth of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions during the agricultural cultivation cycle, GHG emissions specific to the production and conversion of biomass energy is becoming increasingly problematic. Current studies lack analysis of net GHG emissions generated during full life cycle of agricultural cultivation, straw use and bioenergy production. This study measures the global warming potential of biomass energy production and conversion processes under different agricultural cultivation cycle systems based on life cycle approach, accompanied by four straw treatment methods: fast pyrolysis, slow pyrolysis, flash pyrolysis and anaerobic fermentation. The demonstration of Heilongjiang Province showed that the net GHG emissions of rice and soybean over 52.39% and 101.57% higher than those of corn, respectively. The amount of standard coal saved by fast pyrolysis treatment, slow pyrolysis treatment and anaerobic fermentation treatment of straw was only 38.38%, 78.02% and 61.98% of that of flash pyrolysis treatment. The relationship between environmental pressure and economic growth was decoupled during 2011-2017 and coupled in 2017-2020. This study contributes to green production of biomass energy. The methodology in this paper can be used to account for and assess the carbon effect of the entire straw recycling chain in any region.
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- Yan Zhou
- School of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China
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- College of Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150030, China
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- School of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China
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- School of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China
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- College of Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150030, China
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- School of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China; Key Laboratory of Effective Utilization of Agricultural Water Resources of Ministry of Agriculture, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, Heilongjiang 150030, China; National Key Laboratory of Smart Farm Technology and System, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150030, China; Heilongjiang Province Key Laboratory of Water Resources and Water Conservancy Engineering in Cold Region, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150030, China.
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Melekhina VY, Vlasova AV, Ilyin SO. Asphaltenes from Heavy Crude Oil as Ultraviolet Stabilizers against Polypropylene Aging. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:4313. [PMID: 37959994 PMCID: PMC10648154 DOI: 10.3390/polym15214313] [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: 09/26/2023] [Revised: 10/31/2023] [Accepted: 11/01/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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The destruction of polymers under the influence of ultraviolet (UV) radiation is the cause of their aging and deterioration of strength properties. Asphaltenes are low-value waste products after the refining and deasphalting of heavy crude oil, which absorb UV radiation well. Asphaltenes require rational utilization, which suggests their use as UV stabilizing agents for polymers. In this work, asphaltenes were used to prevent UV aging of polypropylene (PP) by adding them in a mass fraction from 5% to 30% within an asphaltene/PP composite material. Rheometry, calorimetry, X-ray diffraction analysis, and tensile strength of PP films containing asphaltenes were performed before and after their intense UV irradiation for accelerated aging. Asphaltenes slightly reduce the viscosity, crystallinity, and mechanical strength of the initial PP due to their plasticizing effect. However, this deterioration in properties is more than compensated when studying UV-aged samples. Intense UV aging causes multiple catastrophic drops in the viscosity and strength of pure PP with the preservation of crystallinity due to the break of polymer chains and a decrease in molecular weight by approximately eight times. Asphaltenes suppress the destruction of PP, which is expressed in a significantly smaller decline in its viscosity and strength due to UV aging. The most optimal content of asphaltenes is 20%, which suppresses UV destruction by six times and best preserves the strength properties of PP.
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- A.V. Topchiev Institute of Petrochemical Synthesis, Russian Academy of Sciences, 29 Leninsky Prospect, 119991 Moscow, Russia
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Xu D, He S, Leng W, Chen Y, Wu Z. Replacing Plastic with Bamboo: A Review of the Properties and Green Applications of Bamboo-Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:4276. [PMID: 37959955 PMCID: PMC10647463 DOI: 10.3390/polym15214276] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Revised: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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Natural fiber composites are receiving more and more attention because of their greenness and low cost. Among natural fibers, bamboo is characterized by fast growth, a short cultivation period, high strength and good toughness, and is one of the strongest natural fibers in the world. A bamboo-fiber-reinforced polymer composite (BFRPC) has the characteristics of high mechanical strength, low density, degradability, etc. It has the industrial applicability comparable to metal materials, the same strong corrosion resistance as composites such as glass and carbon fibers, and the same immunity to electromagnetic interference and low thermal conductivity as natural materials. Its unidirectional specific strength and unidirectional specific modulus is higher than that of glass fiber, second only to the extremely high price of carbon fiber, which is playing an increasingly important role in the field of composite materials, and can be widely used in the fields of wind power, construction, aviation, automotive, medical care and so on. At present, it has been initially used in packaging, automotive and transportation fields, and is expected to replace petroleum-based plastics in various fields. In addition to their environmental protection and green production, they have excellent physical properties. This paper provides an overview of the mechanical properties of bamboo-fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites and thermoset composites that have been developed so far, such as tensile strength, flexural properties and impact strength. In addition, the prospects of bamboo-fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites for automotive, packaging and agricultural applications are presented.
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- Dandan Xu
- China National Bamboo Research Center, Key Laboratory of Bamboo High Efficient Processing of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310012, China; (D.X.); (Y.C.); (Z.W.)
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- China National Bamboo Research Center, Key Laboratory of Bamboo High Efficient Processing of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310012, China; (D.X.); (Y.C.); (Z.W.)
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China
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- China National Bamboo Research Center, Key Laboratory of Bamboo High Efficient Processing of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310012, China; (D.X.); (Y.C.); (Z.W.)
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- China National Bamboo Research Center, Key Laboratory of Bamboo High Efficient Processing of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310012, China; (D.X.); (Y.C.); (Z.W.)
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Yılmaz M, Akman F. Gamma radiation shielding properties for polymer composites reinforced with bismuth tungstate in different proportions. Appl Radiat Isot 2023; 200:110994. [PMID: 37625371 DOI: 10.1016/j.apradiso.2023.110994] [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: 04/06/2023] [Revised: 07/25/2023] [Accepted: 08/18/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023]
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In this study, inorganic compound (Bi2(WO4)3) was added into the composite to improve the radiation shielding properties of polymer composite. A polymer matrix was prepared by combining unsaturated polyester resin with methyl ethyl ketone peroxide and cobalt octoate (6%), and Bi2(WO4)3 was added to this polymer matrix at different ratios as filling material. In order to investigate the gamma radiation attenuation properties of the obtained polymer composites, mass attenuation coefficients, radiation shielding efficiencies, radiation transmission factors, linear attenuation coefficients, half values layer, tenth values layer, mean free path values, effective atomic numbers and effective electron densities parameters were obtained. Experimental studies were carried out with the help of HPGe detector at 22 different energies emitted from 22Na, 54Mn, 57Co, 60Co, 133Ba, 137Cs, 152Eu and 241Am radioactive sources in the photon energy range of 59.5-1408.0 keV. Each obtained experimental result was compared with the theoretical results. It was observed that the sample encoded with BiWO20 is the best radiation shielding material among all studied composites (except 59.5 keV).
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- M Yılmaz
- Bingöl University, Faculty of Arts and Science, Department of Physics, 12000, Bingöl, Turkey.
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- Bingöl University, Vocational School of Social Sciences, Department of Property Protection and Security, Program of Occupational Health and Safety, 12000, Bingöl, Turkey; Bingöl University, Central Laboratory Application and Research Center, 12000, Bingöl, Turkey
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Park C, Woo H, Park MJ. Development of Pinaceae and Cupressaceae Essential Oils from Forest Waste in South Korea. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 12:3409. [PMID: 37836148 PMCID: PMC10574680 DOI: 10.3390/plants12193409] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 09/15/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023]
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The growing awareness of environmental issues has garnered increasing interest in the use of waste material in a wide variety of applications. From this viewpoint, developing essential oils from forest waste can bring new cost opportunities for the effective and sustainable management of unused forestry biomass. However, better knowledge of the production, chemical constituents, and application of essential oils is necessary. Among the species considered to be of interest from the point of view of their essential oils and forest biomass, Pinaceae and Cupressaceae were selected in this study as potential candidates for commercial essential oils based on previous studies. This current study focuses on investigating Pinaceae (Larix kaempferi, Pinus densiflora, and Pinus koraiensis) and Cupressaceae (Chamaecyparis obtusa and Chamaecyparis pisifera) essential oils extracted from various parts from the perspective of their bioactive compounds and potential applications. This is followed by an overview of the essential oils industry in South Korea, with particular attention being paid to utilising unused forest biomass. Therefore, this is a comprehensive review suggesting that Pinaceae and Cupressaceae essential oils extracted from various parts of forest waste could be utilised in various industries, adding value to the aspect of sustainable industry. Furthermore, our study contributes towards capturing the value of forest resources through the utilisation of native essential oils in South Korea.
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- Chanjoo Park
- College of Forest and Environmental Sciences, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea;
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- College of Forest and Environmental Sciences, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea;
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- Forest Industrial Materials Division, Forest Products and Industry Department, National Institute of Forest Science, Seoul 02455, Republic of Korea;
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Kosmela P, Kazimierski P. Comparison of the Efficiency of Hetero- and Homogeneous Catalysts in Cellulose Liquefaction. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:6135. [PMID: 37763417 PMCID: PMC10532583 DOI: 10.3390/ma16186135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2023] [Revised: 08/28/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023]
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Biomass liquefaction is a well-known and extensively described process. Hydrothermal processes are well understood and can be used in the fuel industry. The use of organic solvents can result in full-fledged products for use in the synthesis of polyurethanes. The plastics industry, including polyurethanes, is targeting new, more environmentally friendly solutions. One of these is the replacement of petrochemical polyols with compounds obtained from renewable sources. It is common in biomass liquefaction to use sulfuric acid (VI) as a catalyst. The purpose of the present study was to test the effectiveness of a heterogeneous catalyst such as Nafion ion-exchange resin on the cellulose liquefaction process. The results obtained were compared with the bio-polyols obtained in a conventional way, using a homogeneous catalyst (sulfuric acid (VI)). Depending on the catalyst used and the temperature of the process, bio-polyols characterized, among other things, by a hydroxyl number in the range of 740-400 mgKOH/g were obtained. The research provides new information on the possibility of using heterogeneous catalysts in cellulose liquefaction.
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- Paulina Kosmela
- Department of Polymer Technology, Chemical Faculty, Gdansk University of Technology, G. Narutowicza Str. 11/12, 80-233 Gdansk, Poland;
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- Institute of Fluid Flow Machinery, Polish Academy of Sciences, Fiszera Str. 14, 80-231 Gdansk, Poland
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Sharma S, Asolekar SR, Thakur VK, Asokan P. Valorization of cellulosic fiber derived from waste biomass of constructed wetland as a potential reinforcement in polymeric composites: A technological approach to achieve circular economy. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2023; 340:117850. [PMID: 37105106 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2023.117850] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2023] [Accepted: 03/29/2023] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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This study establishes the suitability of cellulosic fibers derived from Canna indica waste biomass for utilization as a reinforcement in natural fiber polymeric composites. The waste biomass was harvested from constructed wetlands engaged in the treatment of municipal wastewater from a gated community. The extracted Canna indica (CI) fibers were studied for their physicochemical, mechanical, structural, crystallographic, and thermal characteristics and proposed as a potential alternative to synthetic fiber. The CI fibers contained a relatively higher amount of cellulose (60 wt%) and a low wax fraction (0.5 wt%) - which is advantageous for its gainful utilization as a reinforcement. The CI fibers were thermally stable up to 237 °C and have an average fiber length, diameter, and density of 4.3 mm, 842 μm, and 0.75 g/cm3, respectively. The mean maximum tensile strength and Young's modulus were found to be 113 ± 6.82 MPa and 0.8 ± 7.91 GPa, respectively. The nano-indentation test displayed the nano hardness and modulus as 0.3 ± 0.6 GPa and 1.62 ± 0.2 GPa, respectively. The crystallographic properties of CI fibers consisted of an 87.45% crystallinity index and 3.2 nm crystallite size. The morphological attributes of CI fibers showed rough surfaces and shallow cavities on the surfaces of the fibers suggesting the suitability for its utilization as a reinforcement. It is argued that this technological approach can potentially achieve circular economy through valorization of Canna indica biomass harvested from natural wastewater treatment plants.
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- Shruti Sharma
- Environmental Science and Engineering Department, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai, 400076, India.
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- Environmental Science and Engineering Department, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai, 400076, India.
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- Biorefining and Advanced Materials Research Centre, Scotland's Rural College (SRUC), Kings Buildings, West Mains Road, Edinburgh, EH9 3JG, UK; School of Engineering, University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES), Dehradun, 248007, Uttarakhand, India.
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- Green Engineered Materials and Additive Manufacturing Department, CSIR-Advanced Materials and Processes, Research Institute (AMPRI), Bhopal, 462026, India.
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Shah AUR, Imdad A, Sadiq A, Malik RA, Alrobei H, Badruddin IA. Mechanical, Thermal, and Fire Retardant Properties of Rice Husk Biochar Reinforced Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Composite Material. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15081827. [PMID: 37111974 PMCID: PMC10142718 DOI: 10.3390/polym15081827] [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: 02/18/2023] [Revised: 03/30/2023] [Accepted: 03/31/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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This study concentrated on the influence of rice husk biochar on the structural, thermal, flammable, and mechanical properties of recycled high-density polyethylene (HDPE). The percentage of rice husk biochar with recycled HDPE was varied between 10% and 40%, and the optimum percentages were found for the various properties. Mechanical characteristics were evaluated in terms of the tensile, flexural, and impact properties. Similarly, the flame retardancy of the composites was observed by means of horizontal and vertical burning tests (UL-94 tests), limited oxygen index, and cone calorimetry. The thermal properties were characterized using thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). For detailed characterization, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) tests were performed, to elaborate on the variation in properties. The composite with 30% rice husk biochar demonstrated the maximum increase in tensile and flexural strength, i.e., 24% and 19%, respectively, compared to the recycled HDPE, whereas the 40% composite showed a 22.5% decrease in impact strength. Thermogravimetric analysis revealed that the 40% rice husk biochar reinforced composite exhibited the best thermal stability, due to having the highest amount of biochar. In addition, the 40% composite also displayed the lowest burning rate in the horizontal burning test and the lowest V-1 rating in the vertical burning test. The 40% composite material also showed the highest limited oxygen index (LOI), whereas it had the lowest peak heat release rate (PHRR) value (52.40% reduced) and total heat release rate (THR) value (52.88% reduced) for cone calorimetry, when compared with the recycled HDPE. These tests proved that rice husk biochar is a significant additive for enhancing the mechanical, thermal, and fire-retardant properties of recycled HDPE.
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- Atta Ur Rehman Shah
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, COMSATS University Islamabad, Wah Campus, Wah Cantt 47040, Pakistan
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, HITEC University, Taxila 47050, Pakistan
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, HITEC University, Taxila 47050, Pakistan
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- Department of Metallurgy & Materials Engineering, Faculty of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering, University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila 47050, Pakistan
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Prince Sattam bin Abdullaziz University, AlKharj 11942, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, King Khalid University, Abha 61421, Saudi Arabia
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Bourmaud A, Konschak K, Buffet C, Calatraba M, Rudolph AL, Kervoëlen A, Gautherot B, Bonnin E, Beaugrand J. A Circular Approach for the Valorization of Tomato By-Product in Biodegradable Injected Materials for Horticulture Sector. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15040820. [PMID: 36850104 PMCID: PMC9965636 DOI: 10.3390/polym15040820] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2022] [Revised: 01/20/2023] [Accepted: 02/02/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2023] Open
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This study focuses on the use of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) by-product biomass from industrial plants as reinforcement for designing a range of new degradable and biobased thermoplastic materials. As a novel technique, this fully circular approach enables a promising up-cycling of tomato wastes. After an in-depth morphological study of the degree of reinforcement through SEM and dynamic analysis, mechanical characterization was carried out. Our mechanical results demonstrate that this circular approach is of interest for composite applications. Despite their moderate aspect ratio values (between 1.5 and 2), the tomato by-product-reinforced materials can mechanically compete with existing formulations; PBS-Tomato fiber, for example, exhibits mechanical performance very close to that of PP-flax, especially regarding strength (+11%) and elongation at break (+6%). According to the matrix and particle morphology, a large range of products-biobased and/or degradable, depending on the targeted application-can be designed from tomato cultivation by-products.
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- Alain Bourmaud
- Université de Bretagne Sud, IRDL UMR CNRS 6027, 56100 Lorient, France
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +33-297-874-518
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- Université de Bretagne Sud, IRDL UMR CNRS 6027, 56100 Lorient, France
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- Université de Bretagne Sud, IRDL UMR CNRS 6027, 56100 Lorient, France
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- INRAE, UR BIA Biopolymères Interactions Assemblages, Rue de la Géraudière, 44316 Nantes, France
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- Université de Bretagne Sud, IRDL UMR CNRS 6027, 56100 Lorient, France
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- CAVI, Compagnie des Agrafes à Vigne, 3, Rue du Vieux Moulin, 10110 Buxières sur Arce, France
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- INRAE, UR BIA Biopolymères Interactions Assemblages, Rue de la Géraudière, 44316 Nantes, France
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- INRAE, UR BIA Biopolymères Interactions Assemblages, Rue de la Géraudière, 44316 Nantes, France
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Zhang H, Su QZ, Shang GQ, Weng YX, Zhu L. Elucidation of Non-Intentionally Added Substances from Plant Fiber/Plastic Composites by UPLC-QTOF/MS. Foods 2023; 12:foods12030678. [PMID: 36766206 PMCID: PMC9913899 DOI: 10.3390/foods12030678] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Revised: 01/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/31/2023] [Indexed: 02/09/2023] Open
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Plant fiber/plastic composites (PPCs) have been widely used in food contact materials (FCMs) for many benefits, such as their claimed better environmental footprint compared to conventional plastics. However, their safety is still not fully understood and must be comprehensively evaluated. Non-volatiles extracted from six PPCs with different plant fibers and polymer matrices were characterized by employing ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography coupled to quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry in combination with various spectral libraries and manual elucidation, taking into account spectral similarity and characteristic product ions. A total of 115 compounds were tentatively identified, 50 of which were oligomers or their derivatives from the sample with polylactic acid (PLA) and polybutylene adipate terephthalate (PBAT) as the polymer matrix, and some of them were Cramer rules class III substances based on the threshold of toxicological concern (TTC). Seven reaction products between PLA and PBAT monomers, as well as four derivatives of melamine, were elucidated and well detailed for the first time. In addition, bisphenol S was detected in all samples even though its origin remains to be further explored. Isoprothiolane, as an insecticide and fungicide used to control a range of rice pests, was identified in the sample with rice husk as fillers, experimentally confirming the presence of agrochemicals in samples containing plant fibers.
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- Hong Zhang
- School of Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
- China National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment, Beijing 100022, China
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- National Reference Laboratory for Food Contact Material (Guangdong), Guangzhou Customs Technology Center, Guangzhou 510623, China
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- Nanjing Customs Testing Center for Dangerous Goods and Packaging, Changzhou 213000, China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Engineering, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Plastic Hygiene and Safety Quality Evaluation Technology, Beijing 100048, China
- Correspondence: (Y.-X.W.); (L.Z.)
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- China National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment, Beijing 100022, China
- Correspondence: (Y.-X.W.); (L.Z.)
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Lesbayev B, Auyelkhankyzy M, Ustayeva G, Yeleuov M, Rakhymzhan N, Maltay A, Maral Y. Recent advances: Biomass-derived porous carbon materials. SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.sajce.2022.11.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Maurya AK, Manik G. Advances towards development of industrially relevant short natural fiber reinforced and hybridized polypropylene composites for various industrial applications: a review. JOURNAL OF POLYMER RESEARCH 2023. [DOI: 10.1007/s10965-022-03413-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Marques M, Gonçalves LFFF, Martins CI, Vale M, Duarte FM. Effect of polymer type on the properties of polypropylene composites with high loads of spent coffee grounds. WASTE MANAGEMENT (NEW YORK, N.Y.) 2022; 154:232-244. [PMID: 36274433 DOI: 10.1016/j.wasman.2022.10.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2022] [Revised: 08/29/2022] [Accepted: 10/09/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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The main focus of this work is to study the processability and characteristics of highly loaded spent coffee grounds (SCG) thermoplastic polymer composites, for sustainable applications. SCG powder was characterized in terms of size distribution, moisture, morphology and thermal stability. Polymer/SCG composites were prepared by extrusion compounding. Polypropylene (PP) homopolymer and copolymer were used as the polymeric matrix. Upon compounding by extrusion composites were injection moulded and characterized for its physical, morphological and mechanical properties in order to determine the effect of polymer type and filler content. Morphological characteristics of the composites were investigated using optical microscopy and SEM analysis. The results for PP homopolymer showed little deterioration of the mechanical properties when using the highest SCG load. In the case of PP homopolymer, the greatest variations occurred when increasing from 0 to 20 %. With higher SCG loads, the measured properties changed little. PP copolymer showed a more continuous pattern of properties decay with increasing SCG load, especially for tensile strength, elongation at break and impact strength. Regarding PP copolymer, with maximum SCG load, the tensile strength decreased from 26.8 GPa (neat PP) to 10.8 GPa, the elongation at break showed a drop of more than 95 %, while the Young's modulus increased from 800 MPa to 1160 MPa. This research work has shown that SCG can be used as fillers in the preparation of environmentally friendly composites with SCG load up to 60 wt% thus contributing to the reuse of waste generated by the coffee industry.
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- Mariana Marques
- IPC-Institute of Polymer and Composites, University of Minho, 4804-533 Guimarães, Portugal
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- IPC-Institute of Polymer and Composites, University of Minho, 4804-533 Guimarães, Portugal.
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- IPC-Institute of Polymer and Composites, University of Minho, 4804-533 Guimarães, Portugal
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- IPC-Institute of Polymer and Composites, University of Minho, 4804-533 Guimarães, Portugal
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- IPC-Institute of Polymer and Composites, University of Minho, 4804-533 Guimarães, Portugal
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Gupta N, Mahur BK, Izrayeel AMD, Ahuja A, Rastogi VK. Biomass conversion of agricultural waste residues for different applications: a comprehensive review. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 29:73622-73647. [PMID: 36071366 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-22802-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2022] [Accepted: 08/26/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Agricultural waste residues (agro-waste) are the source of carbohydrates that generally go in vain or remain unused despite their interesting morphological, chemical, and mechanical properties. With rapid urbanization, there is a need to valorize this waste due to limited non-renewable resources. Utilizing agro-waste also prevents the problems like burning and inefficient disposal that otherwise lead to immense pollution worldwide. In addition, conversion of biomass to value-added products like earthen cups, weaving baskets, and bricks is equally beneficial for the rural population as it provides secondary income, creates jobs, and improves rural people's lifestyles. This review paper will discuss an overview of different applications utilizing agro-waste residues. In particular, agro-wastes used as construction material, bio-fertilizers, pulp and paper products, packaging products, tableware, heating applications, biocomposites, nano-cellulosic materials, soil stabilizers, bioplastics, fire-retardant additive, dye removal, and biofuels will be summarized. Finally, several commercially available agro-waste products will also be discussed, emphasizing the circular economy.
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- Nitin Gupta
- Department of Paper Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, Uttarakhand, 247667, India
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- Department of Paper Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, Uttarakhand, 247667, India
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- Department of Paper Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, Uttarakhand, 247667, India
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- Department of Paper Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, Uttarakhand, 247667, India.
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Paul R, Zindani D, Bhowmik S. Investigation on Physicomechanical, Tribological and Optimality Condition for Coir Filler-Reinforced Polymeric Composites. ARABIAN JOURNAL FOR SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s13369-022-07221-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Chan CM, Martin D, Gauthier E, Jensen P, Laycock B, Pratt S. Utilisation of Paunch Waste as a Natural Fibre in Biocomposites. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14183704. [PMID: 36145849 PMCID: PMC9505451 DOI: 10.3390/polym14183704] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2022] [Revised: 09/02/2022] [Accepted: 09/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Paunch is a fibrous solid residue consisting of partially digested feed from the stomachs of processed cattle. It is the largest untapped solid waste stream from animals at meat processing plants, and potentially a valuable source of fibres for the production of sustainable and potentially higher-value natural biocomposite materials. Paunch was obtained from the waste effluent of a red meat processing plant, and the fibre characteristics of the as-obtained material were studied and benchmarked against wood flour and ground buffel grass, with a view to evaluating the potential of paunch as a fibre for polymer composites. The ground paunch possessed a rough fibrous surface and fibre-like characteristics that were comparable to both wood flour and ground buffel grass, demonstrating their potential for use in composites. Without any pre-treatment or compatibilisation, composites of a representative biopolymer, poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) and ground paunch were successfully produced for the first time via extrusion, with up to 50 wt% paunch content. Mechanical property analysis showed that, at 30 wt% content, PHBV/ground paunch composites yielded mechanical properties that were comparable to those of composites with ground buffel grass.
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- Clement Matthew Chan
- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, QLD 4072, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, QLD 4072, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Water and Environmental Biotechnology, The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, QLD 4072, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, QLD 4072, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, QLD 4072, Australia
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Interlaminar shear strength in bamboo composite (BC) is mainly provided by epoxy resin as the matrix in BC. This may greatly change due to humidity. This study aims at evaluating the shear strength of BC by testing and developing probabilistic relationships. The interlaminar shear strength of bamboo composite (BC) in different moisture conditions was tested according to ASTM D2344. The results show that the maximum shear stress does not generally occur at the centroid of samples, which could be associated with imperfections in BC layers. An extreme value theory-based model is suggested to evaluate the probability of shear failure in BC samples. The shear capacity decreased from 20.4 MPa to 14 MPa as the humidity increased from 60% to 90%. A summary of findings is as follows: It was found that under transient moisture conditions, local failure is likely to happen before the first significant crack occurs. Local failure is suggested to be considered in the design for serviceability. Stress drop caused by the local failure could exceed 10% of total shear strength and, therefore, should be regarded as a serviceability design. The probabilistic model developed in this study could be used for developing structural design safety factors.
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Maidin NA, Sapuan SM, Mohammad Taha M, Mohamed Yusoff Mohd Z. Constructing a framework for selecting natural fibres as reinforcements composites based on grey relational analysis. PHYSICAL SCIENCES REVIEWS 2022. [DOI: 10.1515/psr-2022-0081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Material selection is crucial in product development, especially when material from a composites process application is involved. Numerous multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) tools each have their own set of advantages and disadvantages. Using grey relational analysis (GRA), this research proposes a systematic framework evaluation approach for generating a sensible rank for material selection of natural fibre as reinforcement composites. The framework was created using the GRA technique, a robust evaluation tool that employs the grade of relation to determine the degree of similarity or difference between two sequences. The MCDM approach can be straightforward for the material selection problem. A GRA technique is used to investigate the performance of the potential material, which includes grey relational sequence creation, reference sequence definition, grey relational coefficient calculation and grey relational grade determination. This framework is applied with a case study to identify the optimum natural fibres composites material for a bike helmet. End results revealed that pineapple is the best candidate for construction of safety gear (cyclist helmet). The best possible evaluation model for material selection of the composite can be referred by design engineer in composite industry for multiple applications. Moreover, the proposed framework is an aid to help engineers and designers to choose most suitable material.
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- Nurul Ain Maidin
- Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang , Selangor , Malaysia
- Department of Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Faculty of Mechanical and Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, 76100 Durian Tunggal , Melaka , Malaysia
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- Laboratory of Biocomposite Technology, Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang , Selangor , Malaysia
- Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang , Selangor , Malaysia
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- Department of Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Faculty of Mechanical and Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, 76100 Durian Tunggal , Melaka , Malaysia
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- Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang , Selangor , Malaysia
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Visco A, Scolaro C, Facchin M, Brahimi S, Belhamdi H, Gatto V, Beghetto V. Agri-Food Wastes for Bioplastics: European Prospective on Possible Applications in Their Second Life for a Circular Economy. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:2752. [PMID: 35808796 PMCID: PMC9268966 DOI: 10.3390/polym14132752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Revised: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 06/28/2022] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Agri-food wastes (such as brewer's spent grain, olive pomace, residual pulp from fruit juice production, etc.) are produced annually in very high quantities posing a serious problem, both environmentally and economically. These wastes can be used as secondary starting materials to produce value-added goods within the principles of the circular economy. In this context, this review focuses on the use of agri-food wastes either to produce building blocks for bioplastics manufacturing or biofillers to be mixed with other bioplastics. The pros and cons of the literature analysis have been highlighted, together with the main aspects related to the production of bioplastics, their use and recycling. The high number of European Union (EU)-funded projects for the valorisation of agri-food waste with the best European practices for this industrial sector confirm a growing interest in safeguarding our planet from environmental pollution. However, problems such as the correct labelling and separation of bioplastics from fossil ones remain open and to be optimised, with the possibility of reuse before final composting and selective recovery of biomass.
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- Annamaria Visco
- Department of Engineering, University of Messina, C.da Di Dio, 98166 Messina, Italy; (C.S.); (S.B.); (H.B.)
- Institute for Polymers, Composites and Biomaterials-CNR IPCB, Via Paolo Gaifami 18, 95126 Catania, Italy
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- Department of Engineering, University of Messina, C.da Di Dio, 98166 Messina, Italy; (C.S.); (S.B.); (H.B.)
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- Department of Molecular Sciences and Nanosystems, University Ca’ Foscari of Venice, Via Torino 155, 30172 Mestre, Italy;
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- Department of Engineering, University of Messina, C.da Di Dio, 98166 Messina, Italy; (C.S.); (S.B.); (H.B.)
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- Department of Engineering, University of Messina, C.da Di Dio, 98166 Messina, Italy; (C.S.); (S.B.); (H.B.)
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- Crossing S.r.l., Viale della Repubblica 193/b, 31100 Treviso, Italy;
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- Department of Molecular Sciences and Nanosystems, University Ca’ Foscari of Venice, Via Torino 155, 30172 Mestre, Italy;
- Crossing S.r.l., Viale della Repubblica 193/b, 31100 Treviso, Italy;
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Neitzel N, Hosseinpourpia R, Walther T, Adamopoulos S. Alternative Materials from Agro-Industry for Wood Panel Manufacturing—A Review. MATERIALS 2022; 15:ma15134542. [PMID: 35806665 PMCID: PMC9267879 DOI: 10.3390/ma15134542] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2022] [Revised: 06/24/2022] [Accepted: 06/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The growing demand for wood-based panels for buildings and furniture and the increasing worldwide concern for reducing the pressure on forest resources require alternatives to wood raw materials. The agricultural industry not only can provide raw materials from non-wood plants but also numerous residues and side streams. This review supplies an overview of the availability, chemical composition, and fiber characteristics of non-wood lignocellulosic materials and agricultural residues, i.e., grow care residues, harvest residues, and process residues, and their relevance for use in wood panel manufacturing. During the crop harvest, there are millions of tons of residues in the form of stalks, among other things. Usually, these are only available seasonally without using storage capacity. Process residues, on the other hand, can be taken from ongoing production and processed further. Fiber characteristics and chemical composition affect the panel properties. Alternatives to wood with long fibers and high cellulose content offer sufficient mechanical strength in different panel types. In general, the addition of wood substitutes up to approximately 30% provides panels with the required strength properties. However, other parameters must be considered, such as pressing temperature, adhesive type, press levels, and pretreatments of the raw material. The search for new raw materials for wood panels should focus on availability throughout the year, the corresponding chemical requirements and market competition. Panel type and production process can be adapted to different raw materials to fit niche products.
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- Nicolas Neitzel
- Department of Forestry and Wood Technology, Linnaeus University, Georg Lückligs Plats 1, 35195 Växjö, Sweden; (N.N.); (R.H.)
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- Department of Forestry and Wood Technology, Linnaeus University, Georg Lückligs Plats 1, 35195 Växjö, Sweden; (N.N.); (R.H.)
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- Department of Forest Biomaterials and Technology, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Vallvägen 9C, 75007 Uppsala, Sweden
- Correspondence:
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Tengku Yasim-Anuar TA, Yee-Foong LN, Lawal AA, Ahmad Farid MA, Mohd Yusuf MZ, Hassan MA, Ariffin H. Emerging application of biochar as a renewable and superior filler in polymer composites. RSC Adv 2022; 12:13938-13949. [PMID: 35558839 PMCID: PMC9092426 DOI: 10.1039/d2ra01897g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2022] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Biochar is conventionally and widely used for soil amendment or as an adsorbent for water treatment. Nevertheless, the need for transition to renewable materials has resulted in an expansion of biochar for use as a filler for polymer composites. The aim is to enhance the physical, chemical, mechanical and rheological properties of the polymer composite. The reinforcement of biochar into a polymer matrix however is still new, and limited reports are focusing on the effects of biochar towards polymer composite properties. Hence, this review highlights the unique properties of biochar and its effect on the crystallization, thermal, flammability, electrical conductivity, and mechanical properties of polymer composites. This review does not solely summarize recent studies on biochar–polymer-based composites, but also offers insights into a new direction of biochar as a renewable and superior polymer filler in the future. Biochar is a low-cost carbon material with excellent thermal characteristics. Despite having remarkably similar properties to graphene and carbon nanotubes, it is rarely used as a polymer filler.![]()
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- Tengku Arisyah Tengku Yasim-Anuar
- Department of Bioprocess Technology, Faculty of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 UPM Serdang Selangor Malaysia .,Nextgreen Pulp & Paper Sdn. Bhd., Green Technology Park Paloh Inai 26600 Pekan Pahang Malaysia
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- Laboratory of Biopolymer and Derivatives, Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products, Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 UPM Serdang Selangor Malaysia
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- Department of Process and Food Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 UPM Serdang Selangor Malaysia.,Department of Agricultural and Environmental Resources Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Maiduguri Maiduguri Borno State Nigeria
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- Department of Bioprocess Technology, Faculty of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 UPM Serdang Selangor Malaysia
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- Department of Bioprocess Technology, Faculty of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 UPM Serdang Selangor Malaysia
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- Department of Bioprocess Technology, Faculty of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 UPM Serdang Selangor Malaysia .,Department of Process and Food Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 UPM Serdang Selangor Malaysia
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- Department of Bioprocess Technology, Faculty of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 UPM Serdang Selangor Malaysia .,Laboratory of Biopolymer and Derivatives, Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products, Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 UPM Serdang Selangor Malaysia
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Suriaman I, Hendrarsakti J, Mardiyati Y, Pasek AD. Synthesis and Characterization of Air Filter Media Made from Cellulosic Ramie Fiber (Boehmeria nivea). CARBOHYDRATE POLYMER TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carpta.2022.100216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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Wood modification is an excellent and increasingly used method to expand the application of woody materials. Traditional methods, such as chemical or thermal, have been developed for the targeted improvement of some selected properties, unfortunately typically at the expense of others. These methods generally alter the composition of wood, and thus its mechanical properties, and enhance dimensional stability, water resistance, or decrease its susceptibility to microorganisms. Although conventional methods achieve the desired properties, they require a lot of energy and chemicals, therefore research is increasingly moving towards more environmentally friendly processes. The advantage of modern methods is that in most cases, they only modify the surface and do not affect the structure and mechanical properties of the wood, while reducing the amount of chemicals used. Cold plasma surface treatment is one of the cheapest and easiest technologies with a limited burden on the environment. In this review, we focus on cold plasma treatment, the interaction between plasma and wood compounds, the advantages of plasma treatment compared to traditional methods, and perspectives.
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Sadare OO, Yoro KO, Moothi K, Daramola MO. Lignocellulosic Biomass-Derived Nanocellulose Crystals as Fillers in Membranes for Water and Wastewater Treatment: A Review. MEMBRANES 2022; 12:membranes12030320. [PMID: 35323795 PMCID: PMC8951035 DOI: 10.3390/membranes12030320] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Revised: 12/31/2021] [Accepted: 01/03/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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The improvement of membrane applications for wastewater treatment has been a focal point of research in recent times, with a wide variety of efforts being made to enhance the performance, integrity and environmental friendliness of the existing membrane materials. Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) are sustainable nanomaterials derived from microorganisms and plants with promising potential in wastewater treatment. Cellulose nanomaterials offer a satisfactory alternative to other environmentally harmful nanomaterials. However, only a few review articles on this important field are available in the open literature, especially in membrane applications for wastewater treatment. This review briefly highlights the circular economy of waste lignocellulosic biomass and the isolation of CNCs from waste lignocellulosic biomass for membrane applications. The surface chemical functionalization technique for the preparation of CNC-based materials with the desired functional groups and properties is outlined. Recent uses of CNC-based materials in membrane applications for wastewater treatment are presented. In addition, the assessment of the environmental impacts of CNCs, cellulose extraction, the production techniques of cellulose products, cellulose product utilization, and their end-of-life disposal are briefly discussed. Furthermore, the challenges and prospects for the development of CNC from waste biomass for application in wastewater treatment are discussed extensively. Finally, this review unraveled some important perceptions on the prospects of CNC-based materials, especially in membrane applications for the treatment of wastewater.
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- Olawumi O. Sadare
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering the Built Environment, Doornfontein Campus, University of Johannesburg, P.O. Box 17011, Johannesburg 2028, South Africa;
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +27-843618562
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- Energy Technologies Area, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720, USA;
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering the Built Environment, Doornfontein Campus, University of Johannesburg, P.O. Box 17011, Johannesburg 2028, South Africa;
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology, University of Pretoria, Hatfield, Pretoria 0028, South Africa;
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Role of Plasticizers on PHB/bio-TPE Blends Compatibilized by Reactive Extrusion. MATERIALS 2022; 15:ma15031226. [PMID: 35161170 PMCID: PMC8840646 DOI: 10.3390/ma15031226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2021] [Revised: 01/18/2022] [Accepted: 01/27/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Poly(hydroxybutyrate) (PHB) is a biopolymer biologically synthesized by controlled bacterial fermentation from a wide variety of microorganisms. PHB is proposed as a potential green alternative to commonly used plastics in packaging, due to its biodegradability and biocompatibility. However, if PHB is to replace commodities, it has some limitations regarding its thermo-mechanical performance to overcome. Among them are its critically the low toughness values at room temperature and poor thermoforming ability. With the aim of overcoming these weaknesses, in this work, blends of PHB with the addition of a biodegradable thermoplastic elastomer (bio-TPE) were prepared and evaluated. Films of such compounds were made by cast extrusion. In order to enhance the compatibility of both polymers during the extrusion process, three different reactive agents (poly-hexametylene diisocianate, triglycidyl isocyanurate, and Joncryl® ADR-4368) were assessed. The morphology and mechanical- and thermal properties of the films obtained were analyzed. In addition, the thermoforming ability of the produced films was evaluated. The results show that the plasticizers present in the bio-TPE interacted with the reactive agents, making them chemical competitors and altering the outcome of the blends.
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Díaz-Mendoza JM, Valles-Rosales DJ, Park YH, Sabo RC. Micromechanical Modeling for Tensile Properties of Wood Plastic Composites: Use of Pruned Waste from Pecan Orchards as Sustainable Material for Reinforcement of Thermoplastic Composite. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14030504. [PMID: 35160493 PMCID: PMC8839127 DOI: 10.3390/polym14030504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2021] [Revised: 01/06/2022] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Wood plastic composites (WPCs) specimens containing high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and wood pruning waste were manufactured and evaluated for their mechanical properties. Pecan waste was used as an accessible and sustainable source in this study, and the effects of its particle size and concentration on WPC strengths were evaluated. Pecan waste was milled and sieved to various particle sizes, and testing samples were fabricated by mixing them in a twin-screw extruder and injection molding. A coupling agent was used to create a stable bond between the HDPE and wood. Both tensile modulus and strength were increased with an increasing pecan flour concentration up to about 60 weigh percent. A micromechanical model is proposed for predicting the mechanical properties of the wood flour/fiber reinforce composite. This model uses a correction factor of an elliptical of carried sizes and shapes. The preliminary results of the model have a high correlation with the experimental values of the composite in all mesh sizes.
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- Juan Miguel Díaz-Mendoza
- Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juarez, Av. Del Charro 450, Juarez Chih 32410, Mexico
- Correspondence: (J.M.D.-M.); (D.J.V.-R.)
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- Department of Industrial Engineering, New Mexico State University, 1060 Frenger Mall Dr. MSC 4230, Room 294, Las Cruces, NM 88003, USA
- Correspondence: (J.M.D.-M.); (D.J.V.-R.)
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, New Mexico State University, 1780 E. University Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88003, USA;
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- USDA Forest Products Laboratory, One Gifford Pinchot Drive, Madison, WI 53726, USA;
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Rangappa SM, Parameswaranpillai J, Siengchin S, Jawaid M, Ozbakkaloglu T. Bioepoxy based hybrid composites from nano-fillers of chicken feather and lignocellulose Ceiba Pentandra. Sci Rep 2022. [PMID: 35013525 DOI: 10.1002/pc.26413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/06/2023] Open
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In this work, fillers of waste chicken feather and abundantly available lignocellulose Ceiba Pentandra bark fibers were used as reinforcement with Biopoxy matrix to produce the sustainable composites. The aim of this work was to evaluate the mechanical, thermal, dimensional stability, and morphological performance of waste chicken feather fiber/Ceiba Pentandra bark fiber filler as potential reinforcement in carbon fabric-layered bioepoxy hybrid composites intended for engineering applications. These composites were prepared by a simple, low cost and user-friendly fabrication methods. The mechanical (tensile, flexural, impact, hardness), dimensional stability, thermal stability, and morphological properties of composites were characterized. The Ceiba Pentandra bark fiber filler-reinforced carbon fabric-layered bioepoxy hybrid composites display better mechanical performance compared to chicken feather fiber/Ceiba Pentandra bark fiber reinforced carbon fabrics layered bioepoxy hybrid composites. The Scanning electron micrographs indicated that the composites exhibited good adhesion at the interface of the reinforcement material and matrix system. The thermogravimetric studies revealed that the composites possess multiple degradation steps, however, they are stable up to 300 °C. The thermos-mechanical studies showed good dimensional stability of the composites. Both studied composites display better thermal and mechanical performance compared to neat bioepoxy or non-bioepoxy thermosets and are suitable for semi-structural applications.
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- Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa
- Natural Composites Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand.
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- Natural Composites Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand.
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- Department of Biocomposite Technology, Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products (INTROP), Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Civil Engineering, Ingram School of Engineering, Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas, USA
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Rangappa SM, Parameswaranpillai J, Siengchin S, Jawaid M, Ozbakkaloglu T. Bioepoxy based hybrid composites from nano-fillers of chicken feather and lignocellulose Ceiba Pentandra. Sci Rep 2022; 12:397. [PMID: 35013525 PMCID: PMC8748723 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-04386-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2021] [Accepted: 12/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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In this work, fillers of waste chicken feather and abundantly available lignocellulose Ceiba Pentandra bark fibers were used as reinforcement with Biopoxy matrix to produce the sustainable composites. The aim of this work was to evaluate the mechanical, thermal, dimensional stability, and morphological performance of waste chicken feather fiber/Ceiba Pentandra bark fiber filler as potential reinforcement in carbon fabric-layered bioepoxy hybrid composites intended for engineering applications. These composites were prepared by a simple, low cost and user-friendly fabrication methods. The mechanical (tensile, flexural, impact, hardness), dimensional stability, thermal stability, and morphological properties of composites were characterized. The Ceiba Pentandra bark fiber filler-reinforced carbon fabric-layered bioepoxy hybrid composites display better mechanical performance compared to chicken feather fiber/Ceiba Pentandra bark fiber reinforced carbon fabrics layered bioepoxy hybrid composites. The Scanning electron micrographs indicated that the composites exhibited good adhesion at the interface of the reinforcement material and matrix system. The thermogravimetric studies revealed that the composites possess multiple degradation steps, however, they are stable up to 300 °C. The thermos-mechanical studies showed good dimensional stability of the composites. Both studied composites display better thermal and mechanical performance compared to neat bioepoxy or non-bioepoxy thermosets and are suitable for semi-structural applications.
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- Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa
- Natural Composites Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand.
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- Natural Composites Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand.
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- Department of Biocomposite Technology, Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products (INTROP), Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Civil Engineering, Ingram School of Engineering, Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas, USA
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Pereira NRL, Lopes B, Fagundes IV, de Moraes FM, Morisso FDP, Parma GOC, Zepon KM, Magnago RF. Bio-packaging based on cellulose acetate from banana pseudostem and containing Butia catarinensis extracts. Int J Biol Macromol 2022; 194:32-41. [PMID: 34863831 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.11.179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2021] [Revised: 09/27/2021] [Accepted: 11/26/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Banana (Musa acuminata) pseudostem cellulose was extracted and acetylated (CA) to prepare membranes with potential use as bio-packages. The CA membrane was embedded by Butia seed (CA-BS) or Butia pulp (CA-BP) extracts obtained from Butia catarinenses (Butia). The produced CA, CA-BS, and CA-BP membranes were evaluated for their physical-chemical, mechanical, thermal, and antibacterial properties. The process for obtaining the cellulose yielded a material with about 92.17% cellulose (DS = 2.85). The purity, cellulose degree acetylation, and the incorporation of Butia extracts into the membranes were confirmed by FTIR. The CA-BS and CA-BP membranes showed a smaller contact angle and higher swelling ratio than the CA membrane. Furthermore, Butia seed or pulp extracts reduced the elastic modulus and deformation at break compared to the CA membrane. The DSC analysis suggested the compatibility between sections and the CA matrix, whereas the TGA analysis confirmed the thermal stability of the membranes. Moreover, less than 1% of the Butia seed and pulp extracts were put into a food simulant media from the membrane. Finally, the CA-BS and CA-BP membranes could inhibit the growth of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli on their surface, confirming the potential use of these membranes as bio-packaging for food preservation.
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- Nathan Roberto Lohn Pereira
- Postgraduate program in Environmental Sciences and Chemical Engineering, Instituto Ânima, Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina, Av. Pedra Branca, 25 - Cidade Universitária, 88137-270 Palhoça, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate program in Environmental Sciences and Chemical Engineering, Instituto Ânima, Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina, Av. Pedra Branca, 25 - Cidade Universitária, 88137-270 Palhoça, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate program in Environmental Sciences and Chemical Engineering, Instituto Ânima, Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina, Av. Pedra Branca, 25 - Cidade Universitária, 88137-270 Palhoça, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate in Materials Technology and Industrial Processes, Universidade Feevale, 93525-075 Novo Hamburgo, RS, Brazil
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- Postgraduate program in Environmental Sciences and Chemical Engineering, Instituto Ânima, Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina, Av. Pedra Branca, 25 - Cidade Universitária, 88137-270 Palhoça, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate program in Environmental Sciences and Chemical Engineering, Instituto Ânima, Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina, Av. Pedra Branca, 25 - Cidade Universitária, 88137-270 Palhoça, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate program in Environmental Sciences and Chemical Engineering, Instituto Ânima, Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina, Av. Pedra Branca, 25 - Cidade Universitária, 88137-270 Palhoça, SC, Brazil.
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Ortega F, Versino F, López OV, García MA. Biobased composites from agro-industrial wastes and by-products. EMERGENT MATERIALS 2022; 5:873-921. [PMID: 34849454 PMCID: PMC8614084 DOI: 10.1007/s42247-021-00319-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Accepted: 10/14/2021] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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The greater awareness of non-renewable natural resources preservation needs has led to the development of more ecological high-performance polymeric materials with new functionalities. In this regard, biobased composites are considered interesting options, especially those obtained from agro-industrial wastes and by-products. These are low-cost raw materials derived from renewable sources, which are mostly biodegradable and would otherwise typically be discarded. In this review, recent and innovative academic studies on composites obtained from biopolymers, natural fillers and active agents, as well as green-synthesized nanoparticles are presented. An in-depth discussion of biobased composites structures, properties, manufacture, and life-cycle assessment (LCA) is provided along with a wide up-to-date overview of the most recent works in the field with appropriate references. Potential uses of biobased composites from agri-food residues such as active and intelligent food packaging, agricultural inputs, tissue engineering, among others are described, considering that the specific characteristics of these materials should match the proposed application.
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- Florencia Ortega
- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Criotecnología de Alimentos (CIDCA), UNLP-CONICET-CICPBA, 47 y 116 (1900), La Plata, Argentina
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- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Criotecnología de Alimentos (CIDCA), UNLP-CONICET-CICPBA, 47 y 116 (1900), La Plata, Argentina
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- Planta Piloto de Ingeniería Química (PLAPIQUI), UNS-CONICET, Camino La Carrindanga km.7 (8000), Bahía Blanca, Argentina
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- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Criotecnología de Alimentos (CIDCA), UNLP-CONICET-CICPBA, 47 y 116 (1900), La Plata, Argentina
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Manufacturing and Characterization of Environmentally Friendly Wood Plastic Composites Using Pinecone as a Filler into a Bio-Based High-Density Polyethylene Matrix. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13244462. [PMID: 34961012 PMCID: PMC8708805 DOI: 10.3390/polym13244462] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2021] [Revised: 12/13/2021] [Accepted: 12/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The use of wood plastic composites (WPC) is growing very rapidly in recent years, in addition, the use of plastics of renewable origin is increasingly implemented because it allows to reduce the carbon footprint. In this context, this work reports on the development of composites of bio-based high density polyethylene (BioHDPE) with different contents of pinecone (5, 10, and 30 wt.%). The blends were produced by extrusion and injection-molded processes. With the objective of improving the properties of the materials, a compatibilizer has been used, namely polyethylene grafted with maleic anhydride (PE-g-MA 2 phr). The effect of the compatibilizer in the blend with 5 wt.% has been compared with the same blend without compatibilization. Mechanical, thermal, morphological, colorimetric, and wettability properties have been analyzed for each blend. The results showed that the compatibilizer improved the filler–matrix interaction, increasing the ductile mechanical properties in terms of elongation and tensile strength. Regarding thermal properties, the compatibilizer increased thermal stability and improved the behavior of the materials against moisture. In general, the pinecone materials obtained exhibited reddish-brown colors, allowing their use as wood plastic composites with a wide range of properties depending on the filler content in the blend.
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Zhang H, Weng Y. Safety Risks of Plant Fiber/Plastic Composites (PPCs) Intended for Food Contact: A Review of Potential Hazards and Risk Management Measures. TOXICS 2021; 9:343. [PMID: 34941777 PMCID: PMC8707241 DOI: 10.3390/toxics9120343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2021] [Revised: 11/25/2021] [Accepted: 12/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Plant fiber/plastic composites (PPCs), with the benefits of low cost and easy processing, have been widely used in the production of various food contact products. They are generally considered to be economical and environmentally friendly because of their natural raw materials (plant fibers) and recommended to be one of the ideal alternatives to traditional petrochemical-based plastics. However, in addition to plastic resins and plant fibers, some indispensable additives are involved in the production process of PPCs, which may pose food safety risks. To date, excessive migration of hazardous substances (such as melamine) has been reported in some products made of PPCs, and the safety and applicability of PPCs as food contact materials need to be further studied. In this paper, the main raw materials of PPCs used for food contact are taken as the pointcut to analyze the possible hazards, sources of hazards, and existing risk management measures in various countries. The conclusion shows that PPCs used for food contact may have potential safety risks at present. However, systematic research on migration methods and safety assessment are still insufficient, and further studies are needed regarding the main safety risks and migration patterns.
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- Hong Zhang
- School of Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China;
- China National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment, Beijing 100022, China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Engineering, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Plastic Hygiene and Safety Quality Evaluation Technology, Beijing 100048, China
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Rasib SZM, Mariatti M, Atay HY. Effect of waste fillers addition on properties of high-density polyethylene composites: mechanical properties, burning rate, and water absorption. Polym Bull (Berl) 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s00289-020-03454-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Rakowska J, Węgrzyn M, Rudnik E. Impact of ionic liquids on absorption behaviour of natural fibers/biopolyethylene biocomposites. Sci Rep 2021; 11:20483. [PMID: 34650169 PMCID: PMC8516865 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-99956-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Accepted: 10/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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For many years, there has been a growing interest in technologies enabling the replacement of conventional polymer composites with new materials made from renewable raw materials. It is important to assess the behaviour of biocomposites in various environments, including humid conditions. Recently, ionic liquids have been studied as potential modificators of polymers properties, especially flame retardants. In previous study the impact of ionic liquids on thermal and mechanical properties of biocomposites was assessed. In this study the influence of ionic liquids on moisture absorption properties of biocomposites at different relative humidities (RH) was assessed. The biocomposites were built from polyethylene from renewable resources reinforced with flax or hemp fibers. The effect of the addition of 0.5, 1.0, 2.5 and 5 wt.% phosphonium ionic liquids on the moisture absorption properties of biopolyethylene biocomposite reinforced with natural fibers were tested. Mixtures of biopolyethylene, natural fibers and ionic liquid were calendered at 180 °C and then were compounded by injection moulding. The prepared samples were then characterized for their moisture uptake at 30%, 50% and 100% RH. Moisture absorption by biocomposites depended on the structure of the ionic liquid and the type of fiber. The saturation of moisture of about 0.054% was found for samples modified with tributylethylphosphonium diethyl phosphate and reinforced with flax and hemp fibers at RH 100%. The environmental resistance of the materials was found to be improved after the addition of trihexyltetradecylphosphonium bis (2,4,4-trimethylpentyl) phosphinate. Biocomposites with hemp fibers showed slightly less absorption than with flax fibers. It was also observed that ionic liquids: (bis (2,4,4-trimethylpentyl) phosphinate trihexyltetradecylphosphonate) and (bis (2-ethylhexyl) trihexyltetradecylphosphonium phosphate) protect PE biocomposites with plant fibers against mold in high humidity conditions (RH 100%).
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- The Main School of Fire Service, 01-629, Warsaw, Poland
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Dar MA, Dhole NP, Xie R, Pawar KD, Ullah K, Rahi P, Pandit RS, Sun J. Valorization Potential of a Novel Bacterial Strain, Bacillus altitudinis RSP75, towards Lignocellulose Bioconversion: An Assessment of Symbiotic Bacteria from the Stored Grain Pest, Tribolium castaneum. Microorganisms 2021; 9:microorganisms9091952. [PMID: 34576846 PMCID: PMC8468446 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms9091952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2021] [Revised: 09/09/2021] [Accepted: 09/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Bioconversion of lignocellulose into renewable energy and commodity products faces a major obstacle of inefficient saccharification due to its recalcitrant structure. In nature, lignocellulose is efficiently degraded by some insects, including termites and beetles, potentially due to the contribution from symbiotic gut bacteria. To this end, the presented investigation reports the isolation and characterization of cellulolytic bacteria from the gut system of red flour beetle, Tribolium castaneum. Out of the 15 isolated bacteria, strain RSP75 showed the highest cellulolytic activities by forming a clearance zone of 28 mm in diameter with a hydrolytic capacity of ~4.7. The MALDI-TOF biotyping and 16S rRNA gene sequencing revealed that the strain RSP75 belongs to Bacillus altitudinis. Among the tested enzymes, B. altitudinis RSP75 showed maximum activity of 63.2 IU/mL extract for xylanase followed by β-glucosidase (47.1 ± 3 IU/mL extract) which were manifold higher than previously reported activities. The highest substrate degradation was achieved with wheat husk and corn cob powder which accounted for 69.2% and 54.5%, respectively. The scanning electron microscopy showed adhesion of the bacterial cells with the substrate which was further substantiated by FTIR analysis that depicted the absence of the characteristic cellulose bands at wave numbers 1247, 1375, and 1735 cm-1 due to hydrolysis by the bacterium. Furthermore, B. altitudinis RSP75 showed co-culturing competence with Saccharomyces cerevisiae for bioethanol production from lignocellulose as revealed by GC-MS analysis. The overall observations signify the gut of T. castaneum as a unique and impressive reservoir to prospect for lignocellulose-degrading bacteria that can have many biotechnological applications, including biofuels and biorefinery.
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- Mudasir A. Dar
- Biofuels Institute, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China or (M.A.D.); (R.X.)
- Department of Zoology, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Ganeshkhind, Pune 411007, India;
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- Department of Zoology, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Ganeshkhind, Pune 411007, India;
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- Biofuels Institute, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China or (M.A.D.); (R.X.)
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- School of Nanoscience and Biotechnology, Shivaji University, Vidyanagar, Kolhapur 416004, India;
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- School of Medicine, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China;
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- National Centre for Microbial Research, Trinity Complex, Pashan, Pune 411021, India;
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- Department of Zoology, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Ganeshkhind, Pune 411007, India;
- Correspondence: (R.S.P.); (J.S.)
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- Biofuels Institute, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China or (M.A.D.); (R.X.)
- Correspondence: (R.S.P.); (J.S.)
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Dutta N, Hazarika S, Maji TK. Study on the role of tannic acid–calcium oxide adduct as a green heat stabilizer as well as reinforcing filler in the bio‐based hybrid polyvinyl chloride–thermoplastic starch polymer composite. POLYM ENG SCI 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/pen.25761] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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- Nipu Dutta
- Department of Chemical Sciences Tezpur University, Napaam Tezpur Assam India
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- Department of Chemical Sciences Tezpur University, Napaam Tezpur Assam India
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Martins LS, Silva NGS, Claro AM, Amaral NC, Barud HS, Mulinari DR. Insight on açaí seed biomass economy and waste cooking oil: Eco-sorbent castor oil-based. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2021; 293:112803. [PMID: 34089952 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2021.112803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2020] [Revised: 04/22/2021] [Accepted: 05/14/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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The reuse of açaí seeds is an organic approach for valorizing biomass, encouraging the public policies of circular economy, which reduces the human impact on the production chain processes. This research proposes an alternative for açaí seed as a filler in castor oil-based polyurethane, obtaining eco-sorbent to evaluate the sorption capacity for another impactful food industry by-product: waste cooking oil (WCO). Eco-sorbents were obtained with castor oil based-polyol and isocyanate (MDI) by mass mixing equal to 1:1 (OH:NCO), reinforced with açaí seed residue (5-20 wt%). The samples were characterized by techniques scanning electron microscopy (SEM), optical microscopy (OM), apparent density, contact angle, infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). Sorption capacity and efficiency were evaluated as a function of the fiber content, with tests performed in times of 30-180 s in two systems: oil and oil/water. The results showed that the eco-sorbents had a hydrophobic nature (θ > 98.3°) and macroporous morphology (pore size from 152 to 119 μm), which allowed the adsorption of residual cooking oil by the porous structure. The kinetics study showed that the sample with greater fiber content (15% wt.) reached the equilibrium in a short time compared to the neat PU for the oil system, with a sorption capacity of 9.50 g g-1 in the first 30 s. For the oil/water system, an opposite behavior could be observed, with a sorption capacity of 9.98 g g-1 in the 150 s equilibrium time. The Langmuir isotherm model presented a maximum adsorption capacity of 10.42 g g-1. However, the Freundlich isotherm model had a better fit to the experimental data with R2 (0.97) and lower chi-square (0.159), showing favorable adsorption (n = 1.496). Thus, it was proved that the weak interactions (connection H) and the binding energy of the predominant physisorption for the oil/water system. Thus, developed eco-sorbents are an excellent option for the sorption of WCO.
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- Larissa S Martins
- Department of Chemistry and Environment, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ), Resende, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry and Environment, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ), Resende, Brazil
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- Department of Mechanic and Energy, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ), Resende, Brazil.
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Benarab A, Blázquez-Blázquez E, Krache R, Benavente R, Cerrada ML, Pérez E. Composites of a Polypropylene Random Copolymer and Date Stone Flour: Crystalline Details and Mechanical Response. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13172957. [PMID: 34503000 PMCID: PMC8433710 DOI: 10.3390/polym13172957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2021] [Revised: 08/25/2021] [Accepted: 08/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Several composites were prepared based on a polypropylene random copolymer (PPR) and different amounts of date stone flour (DSF). This cellulosic fiber was silanized beforehand in order to reduce its hydrophilicity and improve the interfacial adhesion with the polymer. Other composites were also obtained, including a sorbitol derivative as an effective nucleant. Films made from these composites were prepared using two different thermal treatments, involving slow crystallization and rapid cooling from the melt. Scanning electron microscopy was used to evaluate the morphological features and the DSF particle dispersion within the PPR matrix. X-ray diffraction experiments and differential scanning calorimetry tests were employed to assess the crystalline characteristics and for the phase transitions, paying especial attention to the effects of the DSF and nucleating agent on PPR crystallization. An important nucleation ability was found for DSF, and evidently for the sorbitol derivative. The peak crystallization temperature upon cooling was considerably increased by the incorporation of either the nucleant or DSF. Additionally, a much higher proportion of orthorhombic crystals developed in relation to the monoclinic ones. Moreover, the mechanical responses were estimated from the microhardness experiments and significant improvements were found with increasing DSF contents. All of these findings indicate that the use of silanized DSF is a fairly good approach for the preparation of polymeric eco-composites, taking advantage of the widespread availability of this lignocellulosic material, which is otherwise wasted.
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- Amina Benarab
- LMPM, Département de Génie des Procédés, Faculté de Technologie, Université Ferhat Abbes, Sétif 19000, Algeria; (A.B.); (R.K.)
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- Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de Polímeros (ICTP-CSIC), Juan de la Cierva 3, 28006 Madrid, Spain; (E.B.-B.); (R.B.); (M.L.C.)
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- LMPM, Département de Génie des Procédés, Faculté de Technologie, Université Ferhat Abbes, Sétif 19000, Algeria; (A.B.); (R.K.)
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- Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de Polímeros (ICTP-CSIC), Juan de la Cierva 3, 28006 Madrid, Spain; (E.B.-B.); (R.B.); (M.L.C.)
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- Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de Polímeros (ICTP-CSIC), Juan de la Cierva 3, 28006 Madrid, Spain; (E.B.-B.); (R.B.); (M.L.C.)
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- Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de Polímeros (ICTP-CSIC), Juan de la Cierva 3, 28006 Madrid, Spain; (E.B.-B.); (R.B.); (M.L.C.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-912587577
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Serra A, Serra-Parareda F, Vilaseca F, Delgado-Aguilar M, Espinach FX, Tarrés Q. Exploring the Potential of Cotton Industry Byproducts in the Plastic Composite Sector: Macro and Micromechanics Study of the Flexural Modulus. MATERIALS 2021; 14:ma14174787. [PMID: 34500877 PMCID: PMC8432489 DOI: 10.3390/ma14174787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2021] [Revised: 08/19/2021] [Accepted: 08/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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The textile sector produces yearly great quantities of cotton byproducts, and the major part is either incinerated or landfilled, resulting in serious environmental risks. The use of such byproducts in the composite sector presents an attractive opportunity to valorize the residue, reduce its environmental impact, and decrease the pressure on natural and synthetic resources. In this work, composite materials based on polypropylene and dyed cotton byproducts from the textile industry were manufactured. The competitiveness of the resulting composites was evaluated from the analyses, at macro and micro scales, of the flexural modulus. It was observed that the presence of dyes in cotton fibers, also a byproduct from the production of denim items, notably favored the dispersion of the phases in comparison with other cellulose-rich fibers. Further, the presence of a coupling agent, in this case, maleic anhydride grafted polypropylene, enhanced the interfacial adhesion of the composite. As a result, the flexural modulus of the composite at 50 wt.% of cotton fibers enhanced by 272% the modulus of the matrix. From the micromechanics analysis, using the Hirsch model, the intrinsic flexural modulus of cotton fibers was set at 20.9 GPa. Other relevant micromechanics factors were studied to evaluate the contribution and efficiency of the fibers to the flexural modulus of the composite. Overall, the work sheds light on the potential of cotton industry byproducts to contribute to a circular economy.
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- Albert Serra
- LEPAMAP-PRODIS Research Group, University of Girona, Maria Aurèlia Capmany 61, 17003 Girona, Spain; (A.S.); (F.S.-P.); (M.D.-A.); (F.X.E.)
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- LEPAMAP-PRODIS Research Group, University of Girona, Maria Aurèlia Capmany 61, 17003 Girona, Spain; (A.S.); (F.S.-P.); (M.D.-A.); (F.X.E.)
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- Advanced Biomaterials and Nanotechnology, Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Girona, Maria Aurèlia Capmany 61, 17003 Girona, Spain;
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- LEPAMAP-PRODIS Research Group, University of Girona, Maria Aurèlia Capmany 61, 17003 Girona, Spain; (A.S.); (F.S.-P.); (M.D.-A.); (F.X.E.)
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- LEPAMAP-PRODIS Research Group, University of Girona, Maria Aurèlia Capmany 61, 17003 Girona, Spain; (A.S.); (F.S.-P.); (M.D.-A.); (F.X.E.)
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- LEPAMAP-PRODIS Research Group, University of Girona, Maria Aurèlia Capmany 61, 17003 Girona, Spain; (A.S.); (F.S.-P.); (M.D.-A.); (F.X.E.)
- Chair on Sustainable Industrial Processes, University of Girona, Maria Aurèlia Capmany 61, 17003 Girona, Spain
- Correspondence:
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Lazarus BS, Chadha C, Velasco-Hogan A, Barbosa JD, Jasiuk I, Meyers MA. Engineering with keratin: A functional material and a source of bioinspiration. iScience 2021; 24:102798. [PMID: 34355149 PMCID: PMC8319812 DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2021.102798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
Abstract
Keratin is a highly multifunctional biopolymer serving various roles in nature due to its diverse material properties, wide spectrum of structural designs, and impressive performance. Keratin-based materials are mechanically robust, thermally insulating, lightweight, capable of undergoing reversible adhesion through van der Waals forces, and exhibit structural coloration and hydrophobic surfaces. Thus, they have become templates for bioinspired designs and have even been applied as a functional material for biomedical applications and environmentally sustainable fiber-reinforced composites. This review aims to highlight keratin's remarkable capabilities as a biological component, a source of design inspiration, and an engineering material. We conclude with future directions for the exploration of keratinous materials.
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- Benjamin S. Lazarus
- Materials Science and Engineering Program, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL, USA
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- Materials Science and Engineering Program, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL, USA
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- Materials Science and Engineering Program, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA, USA
- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA
- Department of Nanoengineering, University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA
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Santos Andrade L, Silva NGS, Ornellas Cortat LIC, Mulinari DR.
Approach in
Macadamia integrifolia
residue based
low‐density polyethylene
composites on mechanical and thermal performance. J Appl Polym Sci 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/app.50613] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Laert Santos Andrade
- Department of Engineering Volta Redonda University Center (UNIFOA) Volta Redonda Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry and Environment, Technology College (FAT) State University of Rio de Janeiro (UERJ) Rod. Pres. Dutra, km 298 Resende Rio de Janeiro Brazil
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- Department of Mechanical and Energy, Technology College (FAT) State University of Rio de Janeiro (UERJ) Resende Brazil
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Castellano J, Marrero MD, Ortega Z, Romero F, Benitez AN, Ventura MR. Opuntia spp. Fibre Characterisation to Obtain Sustainable Materials in the Composites Field. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13132085. [PMID: 34202785 PMCID: PMC8271437 DOI: 10.3390/polym13132085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2021] [Revised: 06/13/2021] [Accepted: 06/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Some studies have evaluated the use of Opuntia as reinforcement for polymeric matrices, obtaining good results in energy absorption tests and increasing the tensile elastic modulus. However, no studies focusing on the previous characterisation of the fibres and their treatment to improve compatibility with polymeric matrices have been found. This work analyses the chemical composition of Opuntia maxima (OM) and Opuntia dillenii (OD) cladodes and fibre, studying how different treatments influence it. AOAC 2000 methods were used to determine non-structural components and the Van Soest method was used to estimate structural components. Surface characteristics of the samples were also evaluated by Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR). Opuntia fibre presented higher cellulose (50–66%) and lignin (6–14%) content and lower hemicellulose (8–13%) content than Opuntia cladodes (9–14% cellulose, 20–50% hemicellulose, 1–4% lignin). Despite the variability of lignocellulosic materials, OD cladodes treated with water and acetic acid achieved an increase in the structural components. Alkaline fibre treatment removed pectin and hemicellulose from the fibre surface, slightly increasing the cellulose content. Future research should evaluate whether the treated Opuntia fibre can improve the mechanical properties of reinforced polymer.
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- Jessica Castellano
- Departamento de Ingeniería Mecánica, Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 35017 Las Palmas, Spain; (M.D.M.); (F.R.)
- Correspondence:
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- Departamento de Ingeniería Mecánica, Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 35017 Las Palmas, Spain; (M.D.M.); (F.R.)
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- Departamento de Ingeniería de Procesos, Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 35017 Las Palmas, Spain; (Z.O.); (A.N.B.)
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- Departamento de Ingeniería Mecánica, Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 35017 Las Palmas, Spain; (M.D.M.); (F.R.)
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- Departamento de Ingeniería de Procesos, Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 35017 Las Palmas, Spain; (Z.O.); (A.N.B.)
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- Departamento de Patología Animal, Producción Animal, Bromatología y Tecnología de los Alimentos, Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 35413 Las Palmas, Spain;
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Polyurethane Composite Foams Synthesized Using Bio-Polyols and Cellulose Filler. MATERIALS 2021; 14:ma14133474. [PMID: 34206533 PMCID: PMC8269483 DOI: 10.3390/ma14133474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2021] [Revised: 06/13/2021] [Accepted: 06/18/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Rigid polyurethane foams were obtained using two types of renewable raw materials: bio-polyols and a cellulose filler (ARBOCEL® P 4000 X, JRS Rettenmaier, Rosenberg, Germany). A polyurethane system containing 40 wt.% of rapeseed oil-based polyols was modified with the cellulose filler in amounts of 1, 2, and 3 php (per hundred polyols). The cellulose was incorporated into the polyol premix as filler dispersion in a petrochemical polyol made using calenders. The cellulose filler was examined in terms of the degree of crystallinity using the powder X-ray diffraction PXRD -and the presence of bonds by means of the fourier transform infrared spectroscopy FT-IR. It was found that the addition of the cellulose filler increased the number of cells in the foams in both cross-sections—parallel and perpendicular to the direction of the foam growth—while reducing the sizes of those cells. Additionally, the foams had closed cell contents of more than 90% and initial thermal conductivity coefficients of 24.8 mW/m∙K. The insulation materials were dimensionally stable, especially at temperatures close to 0 °C, which qualifies them for use as insulation at low temperatures.
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Nassar MMA, Alzebdeh KI, Pervez T, Al‐Hinai N, Munam A. Progress and challenges in sustainability, compatibility, and production of
eco‐composites
: A
state‐of‐art
review. J Appl Polym Sci 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/app.51284] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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- Mahmoud M. A. Nassar
- Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Sultan Qaboos University Muscat Oman
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- Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Sultan Qaboos University Muscat Oman
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- Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Sultan Qaboos University Muscat Oman
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- Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Sultan Qaboos University Muscat Oman
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- Department of Chemistry Sultan Qaboos University Muscat Oman
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Influence of the Alkali Treatment of Flax and Hemp Fibers on the Properties of PHBV Based Biocomposites. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13121965. [PMID: 34198616 PMCID: PMC8232267 DOI: 10.3390/polym13121965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2021] [Revised: 06/07/2021] [Accepted: 06/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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This study assessed the impact of alkali treatment of hemp and flax fibers on mechanical properties (determined by means of the uniaxial tensile test, impact tensile strength test and hardness test), processing properties (the course of the extrusion and injection process) and usable properties (shrinkage of molded pieces, degree of water absorption) of biocomposites on the base of poly (3-hydroxybutyric-co-3-hydroxyvaleric acid) (PHBV) biopolymer. For this purpose, 1 mm of length flax and hemp fibers was surface-modified by means of aqueous solution of NaOH (sodium hydroxide) with concentrations of 2%, 5% and 10%. The composites were made using the extrusion technology. The test specimens were produced by injection molding technology. In total, eight types of biocomposites with modified and non-modified fibers were produced, and each biocomposite contained the same filler content (15 wt.%). Their properties were compared in some cases with pure PHBV polymer. In the case of biocomposites filled with hemp fibers, it was noted that an increase of the alkalizing solution concentration improved most of the tested properties of the obtained biocomposites. On the other hand, in the case of flax fibers, there was a significant decrease in most of the mechanical properties tested for the composite containing fibers etched by 10% NaOH solution. The obtained results were verified by examining fibers and the destroyed specimens with a scanning electron microscope (SEM) and an optical microscope, which confirmed, especially, the significant geometry changes of the flax fibers etched by 10% NaOH solution. This procedure also resulted in a significant change of processing properties—a composite of this fiber type required about 20 °C lower temperature during the extrusion and injection molding process in order to obtain the right product. These results lead to the important conclusion that for each filler of the plant-origin and polymer matrix, the fiber alkalization method should be selected individually in order to improve the specific properties of biocomposites.
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Dolza C, Fages E, Gonga E, Gomez-Caturla J, Balart R, Quiles-Carrillo L. Development and Characterization of Environmentally Friendly Wood Plastic Composites from Biobased Polyethylene and Short Natural Fibers Processed by Injection Moulding. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13111692. [PMID: 34067283 PMCID: PMC8196893 DOI: 10.3390/polym13111692] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2021] [Revised: 05/19/2021] [Accepted: 05/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Environmentally friendly wood plastic composites (WPC) with biobased high density polyethylene (BioHDPE) as the polymer matrix and hemp, flax and jute short fibers as natural reinforcements, were melt-compounded using twin-screw extrusion and shaped into pieces by injection molding. Polyethylene-graft-maleic anhydride (PE-g-MA) was added at two parts per hundred resin to the WPC during the extrusion process in order to reduce the lack in compatibility between the lignocellulosic fibers and the non-polar polymer matrix. The results revealed a remarkable improvement of the mechanical properties with the combination of natural fibers, along with PE-g-MA, highly improved stiffness and mechanical properties of neat BioHDPE. Particularly, hemp fiber drastically increased the Young's modulus and impact strength of BioHDPE. Thermal analysis revealed a slight improvement in thermal stability with the addition of the three lignocellulosic fibers, increasing both melting and degradation temperatures. The incorporation of the fibers also increased water absorption due to their lignocellulosic nature, which drastically improved the polarity of the composite. Finally, fire behavior properties were also improved in terms of flame duration, thanks to the ability of the fibers to form char protective barriers that isolate the material from oxygen and volatiles.
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- Celia Dolza
- Textile Industry Research Association (AITEX), Plaza Emilio Sala, 1, 03801 Alcoy, Spain; (C.D.); (E.F.); (E.G.)
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- Textile Industry Research Association (AITEX), Plaza Emilio Sala, 1, 03801 Alcoy, Spain; (C.D.); (E.F.); (E.G.)
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- Textile Industry Research Association (AITEX), Plaza Emilio Sala, 1, 03801 Alcoy, Spain; (C.D.); (E.F.); (E.G.)
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- Technological Institute of Materials (ITM), Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Plaza Ferrándiz y Carbonell 1, 03801 Alcoy, Spain; (R.B.); (L.Q.-C.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-966-528-433
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- Technological Institute of Materials (ITM), Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Plaza Ferrándiz y Carbonell 1, 03801 Alcoy, Spain; (R.B.); (L.Q.-C.)
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- Technological Institute of Materials (ITM), Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Plaza Ferrándiz y Carbonell 1, 03801 Alcoy, Spain; (R.B.); (L.Q.-C.)
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Combination of Corn Pith Fiber and Biobased Flame Retardant: A Novel Method toward Flame Retardancy, Thermal Stability, and Mechanical Properties of Polylactide. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13101562. [PMID: 34068074 PMCID: PMC8152498 DOI: 10.3390/polym13101562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2021] [Revised: 05/01/2021] [Accepted: 05/05/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Some crop by-products are considered to be promising materials for the development of novel biobased products for industrial applications. The flammability of these alternatives to conventional materials is a constraint to expanded applications. Polylactide (PLA) composites containing a combination of oxidized corn pith fiber (OCC) and a biobased flame retardant (PA-THAM) have been prepared via an in situ modification method. SEM/EDS, FTIR and TGA were performed to establish that PA-THAM was coated onto the surface of OCC. The mechanical properties, thermal stability and fire behavior of PLA-based biocomposites were investigated. The incorporation of 5 phr PA-THAM imparted biocomposite good interfacial adhesion and increased decomposition temperature at 10% mass loss by 50 °C. The flame retardant properties were also improved, as reflected by an increased LOI value, a UL-94 V-2 rating, reduction of PHRR, and increased formation of char residue. Therefore, the introduction of 5 phr PA-THAM can maintain a good balance between flame retardancy and mechanical properties of this PLA/OCC system.
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Biswas K, Khandelwal V, Maiti S. Rheological properties of teak wood flour reinforced
HDPE
and maize starch composites. J Appl Polym Sci 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/app.49874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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- Kishor Biswas
- Research & Development Uflex Limited Noida Uttar Pradesh India
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- Department of Polymer & Process Engineering Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee Saharanpur Uttar Pradesh India
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering Indian Institute of Technology Delhi New Delhi India
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