Poly(lactic Acid) Science and Technology: Processing, Properties, Additives, and Applications

Jimenez, Alfonso (Editor)/ Peltzer, Mercedes (Editor)/ Ruseckaite, Rosana (Editor)

ISBN 10: 1849738793 / ISBN 13: 9781849738798

Verlag: Royal Society of Chemistry, 2014

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353 pages. 9.25x6.25x1.25 inches. In Stock. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers x-1849738793

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Titel: Poly(lactic Acid) Science and Technology: ...

Verlag: Royal Society of Chemistry

Erscheinungsdatum: 2014

Einband: Hardcover

Zustand: Brand New

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Biodegradable polymers from renewable resources are sought after for many purposes, from packaging materials in food to biomedical applications. Poly (lactic acid) (PLA) is a well-known biopolymer derived from corn starch or sugar cane used in different food packaging and artificial bones and scaffolds. Poly(lactic acid) Science and Technology first introduces the basic concepts of PLA and then covers PLA synthesis and polymerization, processing, characterization and physical properties of PLA, PLA-based nano-biocomposites, the main applications in active packaging and as biomaterials for tissue engineering, degradation and biodegradation of PLA and finally industrial and legislative issues. This interdisciplinary approach provides readers with a general overview of all relevant aspects related to PLA including fundamental issues, innovative applications, new types of processing and emerging applications, modification of PLA, life cycle assessment, bio-additives, bio/degradation and sustainability and international regulations. Experts provide a complete resource and whole perspective on PLA covering scientific, ecological, social and economic issues. The book will appeal to chemists, food technologists and materials engineers as well as researchers interested in bio-based and biodegradable polymers and composites.