Rangappa S. Biodegradable Polymers, Blends and Composites 2022

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Biodegradable Polymers, Blends and Composites provides a comprehensive review on recent developments in this very important research field. The book's chapters cover the various types of biodegradable polymers currently available and their composites, with discussions on preparation, properties and applications. Sections cover natural rubber-based polymer blends, soy-protein, cellulose, chitin, starch-based, PLA, PHBV, PCL, PVA, PBAT-based blends, Poly (ethylene succinate), PHB and Poly (propylene carbonates). The book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, technologists and engineers working on recent developments in the area of biodegradable polymers, their blends and composites.
Introduction to biodegradable polymers
Natural rubber-based polymer blends, composites and nanocomposites
Soy protein-based polymer blends, and composites
Extraction and characterization of cellulose
Cellulose based blends and composites
Chitin and chitosan-based blends and composites
Starch based blends and composites
PLA-based blends and composites
PHBV based blends and composites
PVA-based blends and composites
PBAT-based blends and composites
Hydrogel- and aerogel-based composites
Polyolyhydroxybutyrate (PHB)-based blends and composites
Active and intelligent biodegradable films and polymers
Biodegradable biosourced epoxy thermosets, blends, and composites
Analysis and characterization of starches from alternative sources
Biocomposites potential for nanotechnology
Zein-based blends and composites
Biodegradable polymer blends and composites from renewable resources
Electrically conductive biodegradable polymer blends and composites
Biodegradable polymer blends and composites for biomedical applications
Biodegradable polymer blends for tissue engineering
Additive manufacturing with biodegradable polymers
Production of biodegradable films and blends from proteins
Biodegradable polymer blends and composites for food-packaging applications
Biodegradable polymers and green-based antimicrobial packaging materials