Description
Preparation, Processing and Properties of Biopolymers and Biocomposites, part of a Two-Volume set, provides comprehensive information on the latest advances in this important research field. This volume focuses on the preparation, processing, and properties of these materials, providing fundamental principles of processing biopolymers and creating their associated biocomposites are covered in detail. It covers topics such as extraction and purification of biopolymers from natural sources, synthesis of biopolymers through fermentation and bioengineering, and the incorporation of fillers and reinforcements to create biocomposites with unique tailored properties.The volume also explores the characterization techniques used to assess the physical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties of these materials. By providing insights into their processing techniques and structure-property relationships, this volume will equip the reader with the knowledge needed to design and engineer these materials for a specific range of applications. As an accompaniment to its sister volume, which focuses on applications of these materials, the two volumes work together to create a comprehensive picture of new developments in biopolymers and biocomposites.- Provides an up-to-date information resource on the preparation, processing, and properties of biopolymers and their associated biocomposites- Covers synthesis, characterization, and modeling- Addresses the circular bioeconomy, technology advancements in microalgae, and sustainability
Table of Contents
1. Sources of extraction and purification techniques for biopolymers2. Biopolymer sources: extraction and purification approaches3. Processing techniques and applications for biopolymer blends and nanocomposites4. Reinforcement techniques in natural fiber-based biopolymer composites5. Preparation and properties of starch-based biopolymers modified with isocyanates6. Processing and properties of biopolymer-based materials from polysaccharides especially cellulose7. Processing and properties of multifunctional biopolymer-based foams and sponges8. Biopolymer-based hydrogels as biodegradable formulations and their biomedical applications9. Characterization, modeling, and production processes for biopolymers and biocomposites10. Modeling and production of biocompatible biopolymers for the textile and nonwoven industry11. Characterization of structural proteins as biopolymer materials and their potential applications12. The mechanical properties of biopolymer-based composites13. Rheological behavior and functional properties of biopolymers and their blends14. The thermal properties of biopolymers and biopolymer composites15. Biodegradability and sustainability of biopolymers and composites16. The physical and chemical properties and surface modifications of biopolymers and biocomposite materials17. Properties of biopolymer-based nanofibers and nanocomposites
