Preparation and Properties of Corn Starch-Chitosan Composite Films Cross-linked by Maleic Anhydride

Starch-based films have been considered for many years as alternative polymeric materials for petroleum-based plastic-related industries due to their cheap, renewable and fully biodegradable properties and their potential barrier properties. However, compared to synthetic plastics, starch-based films suffer from their brittleness, susceptibility to aging, and high hydrophilicity. The absorption of water accelerates the degradation and recrystallization of starch and loses its mechanical properties.

Efficacy of Poly(Lactic Acid)-Carbon Nanotube Nanocomposites Prepared by Reactive Processing of Male

The mechanical properties of nanocomposites are usually influenced by the interfacial adhesion of the polymer matrix to the nanofiller. Several studies have shown that the weak interface promotes failure in the interfacial region due to ineffective strain transfer. An effective strategy to improve the performance of PLA is the addition of carbon nanotubes (CNTs). To improve the surface adhesion of PLA and carbon nanotubes, a benzoyl peroxide and maleic anhydride (PLA-g-MA) was prepared using a reactive process. The effectiveness of PLA-g-MA as a bulking agent for PLA/PLA-g-MA/CNT nanocomposites was verified.

Introduction of Long Carbon Chain Nylon

Nylon molecules with a carbon chain length of more than 10 are often referred to as long carbon chain nylon. In addition to the characteristics of general polyamides, this kind of nylon has many unique advantages, so it has been paid special attention by the industry.

A Review of Styrene-Maleic Anhydride Copolymers

TPEE Overview

Thermoplastic polyester elastomer, also known as polyester rubber, is a type of linear block copolymer containing polybutylene terephthalate polyester hard segment and aliphatic polyester or polyether soft segment. TPEE has both the excellent elasticity of rubber and the ease of processing of thermoplastics, with adjustable hardness and freedom of design.

Introduction to Infrared Spectroscopy in Polymer Applications

Research on Starch Modification

Discussion on Nylon Co-Extruded Film

TPU Modified Nylon