Description
Nanocellulose: Harnessing Sustainability from Biomass to Biocomposites presents a detailed review of the latest advances in nanocellulose-reinforced biocomposites, with a particular emphasis on their processing, properties, and performance. Through detailed case studies, the book's chapters cover the conceptual design process, including materials selection, fabrication processes, characterization techniques, and innovations in applications and performance. Sections also emphasize the need for meticulous design and tailored process development, which are crucial for selected applications. In addition, the book includes a dedicated chapter on the market value of the global nanocellulose industry and assesses its contributions to sustainability. The mechanical, thermal, and electrical performance properties of these materials are also discussed in detail, as is the structure-property relationship. With its focus on idea generation and informed decision-making, this book will serve as a valuable reference resource for all individuals engaged in this area of research.- Includes detailed information on the fundamentals of nanocellulose, including its anatomy, morphological characterization, isolation, extraction, modification, and functionalization- Covers applications in wastewater treatment as propellants, in biomedical, structural, electronic, and food packaging sectors- Discusses economic, social, environmental aspects, lifecycle analysis, and assessment- Covers seaweed-based nanocellulose, microalgae, both carbon and graphene reinforced hybrid epoxy composites, and palm oil biomass- Addresses key challenges and future outlooks
Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Nanocellulose and Its Environmental Significance2. Optimization of the Isolation Process of Nanocellulose from Lignocellulosic Feedstocks3. Modification, Functionalization and Its Spectroscopic Characterization4. Morphological and Structural Characteristics of Nanocellulose Isolated from OPEFB5. Nanocellulose Composite Materials in Oral Health Care6. Properties of Nanocellulose/Graphene Reinforced Green Epoxy Hybrid Composites7. The Role of Nanocellulose Composites in Biomedical Engineering8. Mechanical and Thermal Performance of Hybrid Carbon Fibre/Cellulose Reinforced Epoxy Composites9. Nanocellulose-based Composites as Propellants10. Nanocellulose as Green Agents in Polymer Matrix Composites Applications11. Nanocellulose-based Materials for Water and Wastewater Treatment12. Microalgae Nanocellulose. Opportunities Contributing Towards the Circular Bioeconomy13. Seaweed-Based Nanocellulose. Applications and Future Perspectives14. Functionalization and Hybridization of Nanocellulose for Emerging Applications15. Evaluation of Reinforced and Green Bioplastics from Carrageenan Seaweed with Nanocellulose16. Algal-Nanocellulose Biopolymers as Sustainable Resources for Net-Zero Carbon Bioeconomy17. Nanocellulose in the food industry. Recent Technologies, Challenges and Future Prospects18. Nanocellulose for Functional and Future Materials. Opportunities, Obstructions and Outcomes19. Life Cycle Assessment of Nanocellulose-Reinforced Fibre Composites
