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The chemistry of bio-based polymers /

"The recent explosion of interdisciplinary research has fragmented the knowledge base surrounding renewable polymers. The Chemistry of Bio-based Polymers 2nd edition brings together, in one volume, the research and work of Professor Johannes Fink, focusing on biopolymers that can be synthesized...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Fink, Johannes Karl (Autor)
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Hoboken, NJ : Beverly, MA : John Wiley & Sons, Inc. ; Scrivener Publishing LLC, [2020]
Edición:Second edition.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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  • Cover
  • Title Page
  • Copyright Page
  • Contents
  • Preface
  • 1 An Overview of Methods and Standards
  • 1.1 History of Biodegradable Plastics
  • 1.2 Green Chemistry
  • 1.2.1 Genetic Engineering
  • 1.3 Commercial Situation
  • 1.4 Environmental Situation
  • 1.4.1 Problems with Bio-based Composites
  • 1.4.2 Biodegradation
  • 1.5 Properties of Biodegradable Polymers
  • 1.6 Special Methods of Synthesis
  • 1.6.1 Conventional Methods
  • 1.6.2 Click Chemistry
  • 1.6.3 Enzymatic Polymerization
  • 1.6.4 Chemoenzymatic Polymerization
  • 1.6.5 Vine-Twining Polymerization
  • 1.6.6 Bacterial Synthesis
  • 1.7 Biodegradability Standards
  • 1.7.1 Guidelines for the Development of Standards
  • 1.7.2 Specifications for Compostable Plastics
  • 1.7.3 Ultimate Anaerobic Biodegradability
  • 1.7.4 Aerobic Biodegradability
  • 1.7.5 Biodegradability of Plastics in Seawater
  • 1.8 Test of the Biological Origin
  • References
  • Part I Bio-based Polymers Degradation and Chemistry
  • 2 Vinyl-Based Polymers
  • 2.1 Polyolefins
  • 2.1.1 Degradability
  • 2.1.2 Degradation Mechanism
  • 2.1.3 Prodegradants
  • 2.2 Poly(styrene) Elastomers
  • 2.3 Poly(vinyl alcohol)
  • 2.3.1 Plasticized Compositions
  • 2.3.2 Hydrogels
  • 2.3.3 Antibacterial Film
  • 2.4 Poly(vinyl butyral)
  • 2.4.1 Blends with Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate)
  • 2.4.2 Blends with Poly(lactic acid)
  • 2.4.3 Paper Coatings
  • 2.4.4 Fibers
  • 2.4.5 Membranes
  • 2.4.6 Solar Cells
  • 2.4.7 Adhesive for Safety Glass
  • References
  • 3 Acid and Lactone Polymers
  • 3.1 Poly(lactic acid)
  • 3.1.1 Production Processes
  • 3.1.2 Fibers
  • 3.1.3 Influence of Fabrication Methods and Kenaf Fiber Length
  • 3.1.4 Kenaf Fibers for Reinforcement of PP
  • 3.1.5 Films
  • 3.1.6 Fertilizer Solutions
  • 3.1.7 Reinforced Composites
  • 3.1.8 Nanocomposites
  • 3.1.9 Membranes