Cellulose Based Composites

Aimed at researchers involved in this emerging field in both academia and industry, this book is unique in its focus on cellulose nanofibers, especially nano-composites, nanomoities and other plant based-resins and their composites. Despite its concise presentation, this handbook and ready reference provides a complete overview, containing such important topics as electrospinning, isolation, characterization and deposition of metallic nanoparticles.

Preface
 
SECTION I: Cellulose Nanofiber- and Macrofiber Based Composites
 
CELLULOSE-NANOFIBER-BASED MATERIALS
Introduction
The Percolation and Entanglement Phenomena of Cellulose Nanofibers
Cellulose-Nanofiber-Based Materials
Extraction of Cellulose Nanofibers
Cellulose-Nanofiber-Based Materials for Structural and Semistructural Applications
Optically Transparent Materials Reinforced with Cellulose Nanofibers
Green Cellulose-Nanofiber-Based Materials
Future Prospects
 
FABRICATION AND EVALUATION OF CELLULOSE-NANOFIBER-REINFORCED GREEN COMPOSITES
Introduction
Cellulose Nanofiber
Preparation of Cellulose Nanofibers
Fabrication of Cellulose-Nanofiber-Reinforced Composites
Properties of Cellulose-Nanofiber-Reinforced Composites
Summary
 
CELLULOSE MICROFIBRILS ISOLATED FROM MUSACEAE FIBROUS RESIDUES
Introduction
Vascular Bundles
Isolation and Purification of Cellulose Microfibrils from Vascular Bundles
Chemical Characterization of Cellulose Microfibrils
Structure and Morphology of Cellulose Microfibrils
Thermal Behavior of Cellulose Microfibrils
Conclusions
Materials and Methods
 
NANOCOMPOSITES BASED ON MATRICES EXTRACTED FROM VEGETABLE OILS AND BACTERIAL CELLULOSE
Introduction
Vegetable Oils
Bacterial Cellulose
Bacterial and Plant-Based Cellulose Nanocomposites with Polymer Matrices
Applications
 
NANO- AND MICROFIBER COMPOSITES REINFORCED WITH CELLULOSE NANOCRYSTALS
Introduction
Cellulose Nanocrystals
Electrospinning
Cellulose Nanocrystals (CNs) for the Production of Composites
Electrospun Nanofibers Reinforced with CNs
Applications of CN-Based Composites
Conclusions
 
HYDROLYTIC DEGRADATION OF NANOCOMPOSITE FIBERS ELECTROSPUN FROM POLY(LACTIC ACID)/CELLULOSE NANOCRYSTALS
Introduction
Experiments
Results and Discussion
Conclusions
 
SECTION II: Cellulose-Fiber-Based Composites
 
ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY "GREEN" RESINS AND ADVANCED GREEN COMPOSITES
Introduction
Experimental
Results and Discussion
Conclusions
 
TOUGHENING AND STRENGTHENING OF NATURAL FIBER GREEN COMPOSITES
Introduction
Preloading Effect
Effect of Alkali Treatment
Conclusion
 
COMPOSITES OF NANOCELLULOSE AND LIGNIN-LIKE POLYMERS
Introduction
Experimental
Results and Discussion
Conclusions
 
BIODEGRADABLE POLYMER MATERIALS FROM PROTEINS PRODUCED BY THE ANIMAL COPRODUCTS INDUSTRY: BLOODMEAL
Introduction
Materials and Experimental Procedures
Results and Discussion
Conclusions
 
SECTION III: Cellulose and Other Nanoparticles
 
BIOCOMPOSITES MADE FROM BOVINE BONE AND CRYSTALS OF SILVER AND PLATINUM
Introduction
Bovine Bone - Platinum Composites
Bovine Bone - Silver Composites
Conclusions
 
BIO-INSPIRED SYNTHESIS OF METAL NANOPARTICLES USING CELLULOSIC SUBSTRATES AS NATURE TEMPLATES
Introduction
Synthesis of Metal Nanoparticles Using Wood as a Template
Summary
 
CONFORMAL COATING OF ANTIMICROBIAL SILVER NANOPARTICLES ON CATIONIC AND ANIONIC CELLULOSIC SUBSTRATES
Introduction
Preparation of Anionic and Cationic Cotton Fabrics
Results and Discussion
Conclusions
 
WOOD/BIOPOLYMER/NANOCLAY COMPOSITES
Biopolymers
PLA/Clay Nanocomposites
PLA/Wood Flour Composites
PLA/Clay/Wood Composites
Conclusions
 
Index

• Edited by Juan Hinestroza
• Edited by Anil N. Netravali