Biocomposites: Design and Mechanical Performance

Biocomposites: Design and Mechanical Performance describes recent research on cost-effective ways to improve the mechanical toughness and durability of biocomposites, while also reducing their weight.

Beginning with an introduction to commercially competitive natural fiber-based composites, chapters then move on to explore the mechanical properties of a wide range of biocomposite materials, including polylactic, polyethylene, polycarbonate, oil palm, natural fiber epoxy, polyhydroxyalkanoate, polyvinyl acetate, polyurethane, starch, flax, poly (propylene carbonate)-based biocomposites, and biocomposites from biodegradable polymer blends, natural fibers, and green plastics, giving the reader a deep understanding of the potential of these materials.

Describes recent research to improve the mechanical properties and performance of a wide range of biocomposite materialsExplores the mechanical properties of a wide range of biocomposite materials, including polylactic, polyethylene, polycarbonate, oil palm, natural fiber epoxy, polyhydroxyalkanoate, polyvinyl acetate, and polyurethane Evaluates the potential of biocomposites as substitutes for petroleum-based plastics in industries such as packaging, electronic, automotive, aerospace and constructionIncludes contributions from leading experts in this field

1 Commercially competitive natural fiber based composites

2 Mechanical performance of polylactic based formulations

3 Mechanical performance of polyethylene (PE) based biocomposites

4 Mechanical performance of polycarbonate (PC) based biocomposites

5 Mechanical properties of oil palm biocomposites enhanced with micro to nano biofillers

6 Nylon uses in biotechnology

7 Design, processing and characterization of triaxially braided natural fiber epoxy based composites

8 Mechanical performance of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) based biocomposites

9 Mechanical performance of polyvinyl acetate (PVA) based biocomposites

10 Mechanical performance of polyurethane (PU) based biocomposites

11 Mechanical performance of starch based biocomposites

12 Polyolefin/biomass composites

13 Mechanical performance of flax based biocomposites

14 Studies on mechanical, thermal and morphological characteristics of biocomposites from biodegradable polymer blends and natural fibers

15 Mechanical performance of microcellular injection molded biocomposites from green plastics: PLA and PHBV

16 Mechanical performance of poly (propylene carbonate) based blends and composites

17 Processing, performance and applications of plant and animal protein based blends and their biocomposites