Handbook of Natural Polymers, Volume 2: Functionalization, Surface Modification, and Properties (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780323998567)

The Handbook of Natural Polymers, Volume Two: Functionalization, Surface Modification, and Properties covers modifications, functionalization, analysis and properties of polymers from natural sources. The book begins by introducing the current state-of-the-art, challenges and opportunities in natural polymers. This is followed by detailed coverage of methods for chemical, physical and surface modifications, and functionalization of natural polymers, including nanocellulose composites, gluten, chitin, alginate, pectin, keratin, shellac, wool, hemicellulose, lignin, natural rubber, albumin, collagen, gelatin, zein, soya protein, silk fibroin, gutta percha and gum. The final chapters explain several other key aspects, such as microscopical and spectroscopical analysis, mechanical, thermal, and more.

The book aims to offer potential avenues for the preparation, modification, and implementation of advanced natural polymer-based materials with the desired properties for specific applications.

Author: Sreekala Meyyarappallil Sadasivan
ISBN-10: 0323998569
ISBN-13: 9780323998567
Publisher: Elsevier
Language: English
Published: 06/28/2024
Pages: 588
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.20lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 1.19d