Handbook of Carbon-Based Filler(s) Reinforced PLA Biocomposites : Fundamentals to Applications / Mokgaotsa Jonas Mochane.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Mochane, M. J. (Mokgaotsa Jonas), author.

Series:

Polymer science and technology.

Polymer Science and Technology Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Lasers.

Surfaces (Technology).

Nanochemistry.

Nanoscience.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (182 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

New York, NY : Nova Science Publishers, Inc., [2023]

Summary:

"In the past, petroleum-based polymers were favoured because of low cost, better mechanical properties, and ease of production. The fast production of such polymers has a negative effect on the environment and the economy at large. As an example, the utilization of oil and gas has led to an increase in oil and natural gas prices. Therefore, there is a need for the production and development of biodegradable polymers for sustainable applications of plastics. The positive impact of biodegradable polymers is their ability to degrade in the natural environment. This book covers an in-depth discussion on the synthesis of polylactic acid (PLA) and its applications. Polylactic acid is fabricated from renewable sources such as corn, sorghum wheat and straw. However, there a need for high performance polymer materials in industrial applications, which prompted the researcher to produce biocomposites for advanced applications. In this book, carbon-based fillers incorporated in PLA matrix are discussed in relation to flame retardancy, mechanical properties, and thermal stability for the utilization of such composites in advanced applications"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Carbon based fillers : synthesis, structure, and properties

PLA matrix : synthesis route, structure, and properties

Preparation and morphology of carbon-based filler(s) reinforced PLA

Thermal stability of PLA/carbon based filler(s) composites

Flammability properties of PLA/carbon based filler(s) composites

f of the PLA/carbon based fillers composites

Applications of PLA/carbon based fillers composites.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Print version: Mochane, Mokgaotsa Jonas Handbook of Carbon-Based Filler(s) Reinforced PLA Biocomposites: Fundamentals to Applications

ISBN:

9798891132450