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Methods of Modifying Cellulose Crystallinity
The use of biomaterials has grown in recent years as applications in the packaging materials, automotive, construction and the biomedical fields has increased. Cellulose, the most widely available natural polymer on earth has significant potential for use in biomaterial applications because it is renewable, more environmentally friendly and less costly...
Published: 3/13/2024   |   Inventor(s): Xiao Hu, David Salas de la Cruz, Stacy Love, David Verrill
Keywords(s): Biomaterials, Biorenewable, Cellulose, Chemistry
Category(s): Engineering > Materials
Polymer for Use in Degradable Packaging Applications
Plastic Alternative Disintegrates Rapidly, Uses Biorenewable Itaconic Acid, and Exhibits High Level of Thermal ResistanceThis water-degradable polyester made from biorenewable itaconic acid represents an environmentally-friendly alternative to the non-degradable plastics used in the short-term packaging industry. The commercial plastics industry relies...
Published: 7/18/2023   |   Inventor(s): Pengxu Qi, Stephen Miller
Keywords(s): aminoalcohols, biorenewable, Degradable, diamines, itaconic acid, polymer
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering > Chemical, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Materials, Technology Classifications > Environmental > Solid