Handbook of Natural Polymers, Volume 1 : Sources, Synthesis, and Characterization Paperback / softback
Edited by M.S. (Associate Professor, School of Chemical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottaya Sreekala, Lakshmipriya (Assistant Professor, School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Ravindran, Koichi (Full Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Yamaguchi University, Japan) Goda, Sabu (Vice-chancellor, Mahatma Gandhi University, India) Thomas
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The Handbook of Natural Polymers: Sources, Synthesis, and Characterization is a comprehensive resource covering extraction and processing methods for polymers from natural sources, with an emphasis on the latest advances. The book begins by introducing the current state-of-the-art, challenges, and opportunities in natural polymers.
This is followed by detailed coverage of extraction, synthesis, and characterization methods, organized by polymer type.
Along with broad chapters discussing approaches to polysaccharide-based polymers, dedicated chapters offer in-depth information on nanocellulose, chitin and chitosan, gluten, alginate, natural rubber, gelatin, pectin, lignin, keratin, gutta percha, shellac, silk, wood, casein, albumin, collagen, hemicellulose, polyhydroxyalkanoates, zein, soya protein, and gum.
The final chapters explore other key themes, including filler interactions and properties in natural polymer-based composites, biocompatibility and cytotoxicity, biodegradability, life cycle, and recycling.
Throughout the book, information is supported by data, and guidance is offered regarding potential scale-up and industry factors. As part of a 3-volume handbook offering comprehensive coverage of natural polymers, this book will be of interest to all those looking to gain a broad knowledge of natural polymers, including academic researchers, scientists, advanced students, engineers, and R&D professionals from a range of disciplines and industries.
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:700 pages, 250 illustrations (30 in full color); Illustrations, unspecified
- Publisher:Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
- Publication Date:01/06/2023
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- ISBN:9780323998536
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:700 pages, 250 illustrations (30 in full color); Illustrations, unspecified
- Publisher:Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
- Publication Date:01/06/2023
- Category:
- ISBN:9780323998536