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Processing and Properties of MDF Fibre-Reinforced Biopolyesters with Chain Extender Additives
Joint Authors
Thumm, Armin
Even, Damien
Gini, Pierre-Yves
Sorieul, Mathias
Source
International Journal of Polymer Science
Issue
Vol. 2018, Issue 2018 (31 Dec. 2018), pp.1-9, 9 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2018-12-16
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
9
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Biopolyesters are a way to improve natural fibre composite sustainability.
This study explores, for the first time, the potential of using medium density fibreboard (MDF) fibres to reinforce four biobased and biodegradable polyester matrices to create a fully “green composite.” Added at 30 wt %, MDF fibres did not improve the strength of the injection moulded NFCs and this deficiency was investigated by measuring fibre length, viscosity, and molecular weight of the matrices.
Compared to other lignocellulosic fibres, the use of MDF fibres led to a molecular weight reduction of biopolyesters during processing.
This effect was particularly striking for PLA.
The addition of a chain extender enhanced the molecular weight of PLA and improved its processability.
The tensile strength increase was correlated to a reduction of fibre pull-out, enabling the MDF fibre to fulfil its expected reinforcement role within the biopolyester composite.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Thumm, Armin& Even, Damien& Gini, Pierre-Yves& Sorieul, Mathias. 2018. Processing and Properties of MDF Fibre-Reinforced Biopolyesters with Chain Extender Additives. International Journal of Polymer Science،Vol. 2018, no. 2018, pp.1-9.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Thumm, Armin…[et al.]. Processing and Properties of MDF Fibre-Reinforced Biopolyesters with Chain Extender Additives. International Journal of Polymer Science No. 2018 (2018), pp.1-9.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Thumm, Armin& Even, Damien& Gini, Pierre-Yves& Sorieul, Mathias. Processing and Properties of MDF Fibre-Reinforced Biopolyesters with Chain Extender Additives. International Journal of Polymer Science. 2018. Vol. 2018, no. 2018, pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1175427
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1175427