Emerging biodegradable materials: starch- and protein-based bio-nanocomposites

作者:Zhao Ruixiang*; Torley Peter; Halley Peter J
来源:Journal of Materials Science, 2008, 43(9): 3058-3071.
DOI:10.1007/s10853-007-2434-8

摘要

This article provides a broad overview on the natural polymer-based bio-nanocomposite properties, processing and application. Bio-nanocomposites prepared with natural biopolymers, such as starch and protein, can be formed using a melt intercalation or a solvent intercalation method. Incorporation of layered silicates into the biopolymer matrices results in improved mechanical properties, water vapor barrier properties, and thermal stability of the resulting bio-nanocomposites without sacrificing biodegradability due to their nanometer size dispersion. Consequently, even though natural polymer-based bio-nanocomposite is in its infancy, it has a huge potential in the future.

  • 出版日期2008-5