Cellulose Nanocomposites

Published: 2012

Author(s):
Gardner, D. J.

Publication Name: Yearbook of Science & Technology, McGraw-Hill, 2012

Publication URL: https://reeis.usda.gov/web/crisprojectpages/0211928-micro-and-nanocellulose-fiber-filled-engineering-thermoplastic-composites.html

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Abstract:

The overall goal of the research is to develop pilot-scale processing technology to utilize micro- and nanocellulose fibers in engineering thermoplastic composites. Specific objectives include: 1) produce and evaluate the material properties of micro- and nanocellulose fiber-engineering thermoplastic (nylon, PET) composite materials developed on the bench scale.2) adapt engineering plastic (nylon)-wood flour wood plastic composite extrusion processing technology developed at U Maine for processing micro- and nano cellulose fiber-nylon composite materials. 3) partner with industrial clientele to commercialize micro and nanocellulose fiber-nylon composite technology.