Biodegradable and Biocompatible Polymer Composites: Processing, Properties and Applications begins by discussing the current state-of-the-art, new challenges and opportunities for various biodegradable and biocompatible polymer composite systems. Interfacial characterization of composites and the structure-property relationships in various composite systems are explained in detail via a theoretical model.
Processing techniques for various macro and nanocomposite systems and the influence of processing parameters on properties of the composite are also reviewed in detail. The characterization of microstructure, elastic, visco-elastic, static and dynamic mechanical, thermal, rheological, optical, and electrical properties are highlighted, as are a broad range of applications.
The book is a useful reference resource for both researchers and engineers working in composites materials science, biotechnology and nanotechnology, and is also useful for students attending chemistry, physics, and materials science and engineering courses.
1. Introduction - p. xxi 2. Part One. Characterization, synthesis, and preparation of biodegradable composites - p. xxiii 3. 1. Natural and synthetic biocompatible and biodegradable polymers - p. 3 4. 2. Surface modification techniques of biodegradable and biocompatible polymers - p. 33 5. 3. Characterization, testing, and reinforcing materials of biodegradable composites - p. 55 6. Part Two. Applications of biodegradable and biocompatible polymer composites - p. 79 7. 4. Medical applications - p. 83 8. 5. Surface modification of natural fibers - p. 115 9. 5.1. Introduction - p. 115 10. 5.2. Cotton fibers - p. 118 11. 5.3. Flax fibers - p. 122 12. 5.4. Hemp fibers - p. 123 13. 5.5. Jute fibers - p. 126 14. 5.6. Ramie fibers - p. 128 15. 5.7. Kenaf fibers - p. 129 16. 5.8. Bamboo fibers - p. 130 17. 5.9. Coir fibers - p. 131 18. 5.10. Oil Palm fibers - p. 133 19. 5.11. Sisal fibers - p. 134 20. 5.12. Other lignocellulosic plant fibers - p. 136 21. 5.13. Silk fibers - p. 138 22. 5.14. Wool fibers - p. 139 23. 5.15. Conclusions - p. 141 24. 6. Polymer composites with functionalized natural fibers - p. 157 25. 7. Biocompatible and biodegradable Chitosan nanocomposites loaded with carbon nanotubes - p. 187 26. 8. Polycaprolactone/metal oxide nanocomposites: An overview of recent progress and applications - p. 223 27. 9. Applications of biodegradable polymer/layered double hydroxide nanocomposites: Current status and recent prospects - p. 265 28. 10. Poly(vinyl alcohol)/carbon nanotube nanocomposites: Challenges and opportunities - p. 297 29. 11. Bio-based aliphatic polyesters from dicarboxylic acids and related sugar and amino acid derivatives - p. 317 30. 12. Fundamentals of bionanocomposites - p. 351 31. 13. Advances in bionanocomposites for biomedical applications - p. 379 32. 14. Quality- and sustainability-related issues associated with biopolymers for food packaging applications: a comprehensive review - p. 401 33. Index - p. 419
Biodegradable and Biocompatible Polymer Composites: Processing, Properties and Applications begins by discussing the current state-of-the-art, new challenges and opportunities for various biodegradable and biocompatible polymer composite systems. Interfacial characterization of composites and the structure-property relationships in various composite systems are explained in detail via a theoretical model.
Processing techniques for various macro and nanocomposite systems and the influence of processing parameters on properties of the composite are also reviewed in detail. The characterization of microstructure, elastic, visco-elastic, static and dynamic mechanical, thermal, rheological, optical, and electrical properties are highlighted, as are a broad range of applications.
The book is a useful reference resource for both researchers and engineers working in composites materials science, biotechnology and nanotechnology, and is also useful for students attending chemistry, physics, and materials science and engineering courses.
1. Introduction - p. xxi 2. Part One. Characterization, synthesis, and preparation of biodegradable composites - p. xxiii 3. 1. Natural and synthetic biocompatible and biodegradable polymers - p. 3 4. 2. Surface modification techniques of biodegradable and biocompatible polymers - p. 33 5. 3. Characterization, testing, and reinforcing materials of biodegradable composites - p. 55 6. Part Two. Applications of biodegradable and biocompatible polymer composites - p. 79 7. 4. Medical applications - p. 83 8. 5. Surface modification of natural fibers - p. 115 9. 5.1. Introduction - p. 115 10. 5.2. Cotton fibers - p. 118 11. 5.3. Flax fibers - p. 122 12. 5.4. Hemp fibers - p. 123 13. 5.5. Jute fibers - p. 126 14. 5.6. Ramie fibers - p. 128 15. 5.7. Kenaf fibers - p. 129 16. 5.8. Bamboo fibers - p. 130 17. 5.9. Coir fibers - p. 131 18. 5.10. Oil Palm fibers - p. 133 19. 5.11. Sisal fibers - p. 134 20. 5.12. Other lignocellulosic plant fibers - p. 136 21. 5.13. Silk fibers - p. 138 22. 5.14. Wool fibers - p. 139 23. 5.15. Conclusions - p. 141 24. 6. Polymer composites with functionalized natural fibers - p. 157 25. 7. Biocompatible and biodegradable Chitosan nanocomposites loaded with carbon nanotubes - p. 187 26. 8. Polycaprolactone/metal oxide nanocomposites: An overview of recent progress and applications - p. 223 27. 9. Applications of biodegradable polymer/layered double hydroxide nanocomposites: Current status and recent prospects - p. 265 28. 10. Poly(vinyl alcohol)/carbon nanotube nanocomposites: Challenges and opportunities - p. 297 29. 11. Bio-based aliphatic polyesters from dicarboxylic acids and related sugar and amino acid derivatives - p. 317 30. 12. Fundamentals of bionanocomposites - p. 351 31. 13. Advances in bionanocomposites for biomedical applications - p. 379 32. 14. Quality- and sustainability-related issues associated with biopolymers for food packaging applications: a comprehensive review - p. 401 33. Index - p. 419
