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Searching... | 30000010155723 | TA418.9.N35 A43 2005 | Open Access Book | Proceedings, Conference, Workshop etc. | Searching... |
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Summary
Summary
The book will deal with new nanostructured composites, where both the reinforcement and the matrix are bio based. Cellulose combined with natural polymers led to the development of a new class of biodegradable and environmental friendly bionanocomposites. This new family of nanocomposites is expected to have remarkable improvement of material properties when compared with the matrix polymers or conventional micro- and macro-composite materials. Such improvements in properties typically include a higher modulus and strength, improved barrier properties, increased heat distortion temperature. This new class of renewable nanocomposites is expected to capture new market in transportation, medical and packaging applications. This book will include the raw materials which can be used for making these composites, separation/isolation technologies of cellulose based reinforcements from diverse natural resources and it will also include a brief overview of the recent advancements in the surface chemistry of nanocellulose. Characterization methods such as atomic force microscope (AFM), transmission electron microscope (TEM) and scanning electron microscope (SEM), Raman Spectroscopy, for the nano scale cellulose reinforcements and for the bio-nanocomposites will be discussed. Further, different processing methods for nanocomposites and their mechanical, thermal properties, barrier properties will be included. This will be the first book on the topic of cellulose based Nanocomposites! This is a relatively new research field and there are no books available on this topic. There is a growing interest on biopolymer based nanocomposites in developed and developing world (Japan, USA, Europe, China, South Africa, Australia) and especially if the nanocomposites are based totally on renewable raw materials. We can see several ongoing research projects on this topic in Europe and North America, and there is an emerging research trend for developing micro-and nano-fibre reinforced biopolymers.
Author Notes
Kristiina Oksman is at Norwegian University of Science and Technology. Mohini Sain is at University of Toronto.
Reviews 1
Choice Review
Cellulose nanocomposites are a relatively new but potentially important area of research. Cellulose is the most abundant natural polymer on the planet and is readily obtained from any number of sources other than wood. Its scientific and industrial importance is growing. Cellulose nanocomposites refer to nanostructured materials composed of a polymer matrix reinforced by cellulose nanocrystals, but unlike common fiber-reinforced composites, cellulose nanocrystals often afford significant increases in properties at very low use levels. As this book notes, interest in cellulose nanocrystals is on the rise because of their potential advantages. The first of its kind, this book resulted from a symposium at the 229th ACS meeting, held in San Diego in 2005. The editors produced a well-written, well-balanced volume addressing the preparation, isolation, structure and characterization, processing, and properties of cellulose nanocrystals and nanocomposites. A fascinating volume dedicated to a fascinating topic. ^BSumming Up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates through professionals. P. G. Heiden Michigan Technological University
Table of Contents
Introduction | |
1 Introduction to Cellulose Nanocomposites | p. 2 |
Materials Characterization | |
2 Strategies for Preparation of Cellulose Whiskers from Microcrystalline Cellulose as Reinforcement in Nanocomposites | p. 10 |
3 Self-Assembly of Cellulose Nanocrystals: Parabolic Focal Conic Films | p. 26 |
4 Cellulose Fibrils: Isolation, Characterization, and Capability for Technical Applications | p. 33 |
5 Morphology of Cellulose and Its Nanocomposites | p. 48 |
6 Useful Insights into Cellulose Nanocomposites Using Raman Spectroscopy | p. 63 |
7 Novel Methods for Interfacial Modification of Cellulose-Reinforced Composites | p. 78 |
Nanocomposites Processing and Properties | |
8 Cellulose Nanocrystals for Thermoplastic Reinforcement: Effect of Filler Surface Chemistry on Composite Properties | p. 99 |
9 The Structure and Mechanical Properties of Cellulose Nanocomposites Prepared by Twin Screw Extrusion | p. 114 |
10 Preparation and Properties of Biopolymer-Based Nanocomposite Films Using Microcrystalline Cellulose | p. 132 |
11 Nanocomposites Based on Cellulose Microfibril | p. 151 |
12 Cellulose Microfibers as Reinforcing Agents for Structural Materials | p. 169 |
13 Dispersion of Soybean Stock-Based Nanofiber in Plastic Matrix | p. 187 |
14 Polysulfone-Cellulose Nanocomposites | p. 209 |
15 Bacterial Cellulose and Its Nanocomposites for Biomedical Applications | p. 221 |
Indexes | |
Author Index | p. 245 |
Subject Index | p. 247 |