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Title Biodegradable polymers and their emerging applications Sampa Saha, Chandrani Sarkar, editors
Published Singapore : Springer, [2023]

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Description 1 online resource (276 p.)
Series Materials Horizons: from Nature to Nanomaterials
Materials horizons.
Contents Intro -- Preface -- Historical Overview of Biodegradable Polymers -- Contents -- Editors and Contributors -- Abbreviations -- 1 Introduction to Biodegradable Polymers -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Classification of Biodegradable Polymers -- 2.1 Natural Biodegradable Polymers -- 2.2 Semi-synthetic Biopolymers -- 2.3 Synthetic Biodegradable Polymers -- 3 Applications of Biodegradable Polymers -- 3.1 Commercially Available Products Based on Biodegradable Polymers -- 4 Conclusions -- References -- 2 Processing of Biodegradable Polymers -- 1 Introduction
2 General Commentaries on Processing of Biodegradable Polymers -- 2.1 Processing Window of Biodegradable Polymers -- 2.2 Effect of Moisture -- 2.3 Effect of Temperature -- 2.4 Effect of Shear -- 2.5 Other Peculiarities in Biodegradable Polymers -- 3 Conventional Processing Techniques -- 3.1 Compression Moulding -- 3.2 Melt Extrusion -- 3.3 Injection Moulding -- 3.4 Blow Moulding -- 3.5 Blown Film Extrusion -- 3.6 Thermoforming -- 3.7 Fibre Spinning -- 3.8 Emulsion -- 4 Emerging Processing Techniques Related to Biodegradable Polymers -- 4.1 Additive Manufacturing -- 4.2 Reactive Extrusion
4.3 Micro-cellular Foaming -- 4.4 Femtosecond-Laser Processing -- 5 Summary -- References -- 3 Surface Modification of Biodegradable Polymers -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methods to Modify Surfaces -- 2.1 Physical Routes -- 2.2 Chemical Modification of Biodegradable Polymeric Surface -- 2.3 Plasma Treatment -- 2.4 Corona Treatment -- 2.5 Self-assembled Monolayers -- 2.6 Layer-by-Layer (LbL) Self-assembly -- 2.7 Ultraviolet (UV) Treatment -- 3 Applications -- 3.1 Targeted Drug Delivery -- 3.2 Biomedical Implant -- 3.3 Cell Adhesion -- 3.4 Interfacial Catalysis -- 4 Conclusion -- References
4 Carbohydrate-Based Biodegradable Polymers for Biomedical Applications -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Mono- and Disaccharide Based Biomaterials -- 3 Polysaccharide-Based Biomaterials -- 4 Carbohydrate-Based Nanoparticles -- 4.1 Glycopolymer-Based Nanoparticles -- 4.2 Polysaccharide-Based Nanoparticles -- 5 Carbohydrate-Derived Hydrogels and Microgels -- 5.1 Synthesis of Carbohydrate-Based Hydrogel -- 6 Carbohydrate-Based Nanocomposite -- 7 Applications -- 7.1 Theranostics and Bioimaging -- 7.2 Sutures -- 7.3 Tissue Engineering -- 8 Future Scope and Conclusion -- References
5 Cellulose-Based Biodegradable Polymers: Synthesis, Properties, and Their Applications -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Sources -- 2.1 Wood and Plant Cellulose -- 2.2 Bacterial Cellulose (BC) -- 2.3 Algal Cellulose -- 2.4 Tunicate Cellulose -- 3 Extraction of Cellulose -- 3.1 Cellulose Particles -- 3.2 Cellulose Fibers -- 3.3 Cellulose Crystals -- 4 Properties of Cellulose -- 4.1 Solubility -- 4.2 Mechanical Property -- 4.3 Hygroscopic Property -- 4.4 Structure and Degradability -- 4.5 Mechanism of Degradation -- 5 Functional Derivatives of Cellulose-Synthesis, and Biodegradability -- 5.1 Cellulose Ethers
Summary Bio-degradable polymers are rapidly emerging as a sustainable alternative to traditional petroleum-based plastics and polymers. However, the synthesis and processing of such polymers present unique challenges and opportunities. In this comprehensive volume, Dr. Saha and her team provide an in-depth exploration of the synthesis and processing of bio-degradable polymers and their emerging applications in various sectors from drug delivery to food packaging. Covering a wide range of topics, including synthesis, modification, processing techniques, and few of their advanced applications in emerging areas, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the field. The authors also delve into cutting-edge research on the synthesis, properties and applications of bio-degradable polymers in various fields, such as agricultural, food preservation, biomedical arena, energy storage and other advanced application areas. This volume is an essential resource for scientists, engineers, and policymakers interested in the future of sustainable materials. Whether you are a researcher looking to expand your knowledge of biodegradable polymer synthesis and processing or a policymaker interested in the potential of biodegradable polymers to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels, this book is an invaluable guide to the field
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Notes Description based upon print version of record
5.2 Cellulose Esters
Subject Biodegradable plastics.
Circular economy.
Form Electronic book
Author Saha, Sampa, editor
Sarkar, Chandrani, editor
ISBN 9819933072
9789819933075