Advances in Bionanocomposites

Materials, Applications, and Life Cycle

1st Edition - August 17, 2023
Editors: Bhasha Sharma, Sabu Thomas, Pramendra Kumar Bajpai, Kajal Ghosal, Shashank Shekhar
Language: English
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Advances in Bionanocomposites: Materials, Applications, and Life Cycle brings together the latest research in bio-based nanocomposites, with a strong emphasis on improved sustainability in terms of preparation, lifecycle and end applications. The book begins by introducing biopolymers, bionanocomposites and the latest methods for their synthesis, processing and characterization. Other sections focus on specific bio-based materials, including bionanocomposites based on polylactic acid, poly(vinyl alcohol), chitosan, starch, cellulose, and protein. A range of advanced applications are then introduced across 3D printing, high entropy alloys, wastewater remediation, agriculture, biomedicine, solar cells, electrochemical sensors, and packaging.

Throughout the book, opportunities for improved sustainability are analyzed and highlighted. The final section brings this together with in-depth coverage of biodegradation, lifecycle, environmental impact, circular economy, economic considerations and future opportunities in bionanocomposites. This is a valuable resource for researchers, advanced students, R&D professionals, and industrial scientists from a range of disciplines.

Cover Image
Title Page
Copyright
Table of Contents
Contributors
Preface
Part I Advances techniques in bionanocomposites
Chapter 1 Natural and synthetic biopolymers: Classification and fundamental aspects of bionanocomposites
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Natural and synthetic biopolymers
1.3 Properties
1.4 Nanofiller based composites: Bionanocomposites
1.5 Processing methods
1.6 Characterization of bionanocomposites
1.7 Applications of bionanocomposites
1.8 Future scope and challenges
1.9 Conclusion
References
Chapter 2 Green synthesis and methodologies of nanomaterials: State of the art
2.1 Green synthesis of nanoparticles
2.2 Green synthesis methodologies
2.3 Applications of green synthesis-produced nanoparticles
2.4 Side effects or potential toxicology of nanoparticles produced by green synthesis
References
Chapter 3 Processing methods and characterization techniques of sustainable polymers: Challenges and emerging technologies
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Significance of sustainable polymers
3.3 Processing techniques for sustainable polymers
3.4 Characterization of sustainable polymers
3.5 Challenges and opportunities with sustainable polymers
3.6 Conclusion
References
Part II Materials
Chapter 4 Polylactic acid-based bionanocomposites: Synthesis, properties, and applications
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Overview of poly (lactic acid)
4.3 Synthesis of poly (lactic acid)
4.4 Properties of poly (lactic acid)
4.5 Limitations of poly (lactic acid) toward engineering applications
4.6 What is a polymer bionanocomposite?
4.7 Classification of bionanocomposites
4.8 Processing of PLA and its bionanocomposites
4.9 PLA bionanocomposites: Properties and challenges
4.10 Advances in PLA bionanocomposites applications
4.11 Limitations of using PLA-based bionanocomposites
4.12 Conclusion
References
Chapter 5 Polyvinyl alcohol-based bionanocomposites: Synthesis, properties, and applications
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Synthesis of PVA-based bionanocomposites
5.3 Properties of PVA-based bionanocomposites
5.4 Applications of PVA-based bionanocomposites
5.5 Advantages of PVA
5.6 Limitations of PVA
5.7 Conclusion
References
Chapter 6 Chitosan-based bionanocomposites: Synthesis, properties, and applications
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Chitosan—source, chemistry, and properties
6.3 Chitosan modification
6.4 Chitosan-based bionanocomposites
6.5 Properties of chitosan-based bionanocomposites
6.6 Synthesis and preparation techniques of chitosan-based bionanocomposites
6.7 Applications of chitosan-based bionanocomposites
6.8 Advantages and disadvantages of chitosan-based bionanocomposites
6.9 Conclusion
References
Chapter 7 Starch-based bionanocomposites: Synthesis, properties, and applications
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Starch properties
7.3 Preparation of nano-sized starch
7.4 Characterization
7.5 Modification
7.6 Application in foods
7.7 Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 8 Cellulose-based bionanocomposites: Synthesis, properties, and applications
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Cellulose-based bionanocomposites: synthesis strategies
8.3 Cellulose-based bionanocomposites: distinctive characteristics
8.4 Cellulose-based bionanocomposites: biomedical applications
8.5 Future perspectives and conclusion
References
Chapter 9 Protein based bionanocomposites: Synthesis, properties, and applications
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Types of protein-based composites
9.3 Properties of protein-based composites
9.4 Applications of protein nanocomposites
9.5 Conclusion
References
Part III Applications of bionanocomposites
Chapter 10 Electrospinning of bionanocomposites: Properties and applications
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Electrospinning process for fabrication
10.3 Parameters influencing fiber characteristics
10.4 Limitations of bionanocomposites via electrospinning
10.5 Applications of bionanocomposites
10.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 11 3D printing of bionanocomposites and their broad spectrum of applications
11.1 Introduction
11.2 3D printing technique overview
11.3 Materials used in 3D printing of bionanocomposites
11.4 Applications of 3D printed bionanocomposites
11.5 Future perspectives and limitation of 3D printing with nanobiocomposites
11.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 12 Applications of bionanocomposites in high entropy alloys
12.1 Introduction
12.2 High entropy alloy composites
12.3 High entropy nanocomposites
12.4 Bionanocomposites as high entropy alloys and their applications
12.5 Future prospects of bionanocomposites as HEAs
12.6 Outlook of HEAs
12.7 Conclusion
Acknowledgment
Conflicts of interest
References
Chapter 13 Wastewater remediation using bionanocomposites
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Bionanocomposites for rare earth elements remediation
13.3 Bionanocomposites for heavy metal remediation
13.4 Bionanocomposites for phosphate and nitrogenous compound removal
13.5 Bionanocomposites for organic pollutant removal
13.6 Bionanocomposites for oil-water separation
13.7 Future prospects in wastewater and other treatment processes
References
Chapter 14 Agricultural applications of bionanocomposites
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Role of bionanocomposites in agriculture
14.3 Application of bionanocomposites in crop production
14.4 Nanofertilizers
14.5 Nanopesticides
14.6 Nanoencapsulation
14.7 Bionanocomposites in hydroponics
14.8 Nanobiosensors
14.9 Use of nanobiocomposites in biotechnology
14.10 Nanofiltration
14.11 Use of nanotechnology in particle farming
14.12 Reduce toxicology effects
14.13 Role of bionanocomposites in water management
14.14 Role of bionanocomposites in food industry
14.15 Conclusion
References
Chapter 15 Biomedical applications of bionanocomposites
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Bionanocomposites: a class of hybrid biomaterials with tunable properties
15.3 Bionanocomposite-based antimicrobial materials
15.4 Bionanocomposites-based drug delivery systems
15.5 Bionanocomposites-based tissue engineering scaffolds
15.6 Bionanocomposites-based wound dressing materials
15.7 Conclusion and future perspectives
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 16 Circular economy and upcoming horizons in the field of bionanocomposites
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Prolegomenon to circular economy
16.3 Paragons of circular economy
16.4 The bio-plastic economy
16.5 Bionanocomposites
16.6 Challenges in the plastic circular economy
References
Part IV Biodegradation, life cycle, and circular economy
Chapter 17 Environmental impact, health implications, and life cycle assessment of bionanocomposites
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Life cycle environmental assessment of nanocomposites
17.3 Biomedical applications of bionanocomposites
17.4 Water purification/treatment industries
17.5 Limitation of bionanocomposites and its repercussions in environment
17.6 Conclusion
References
Index

Bhasha Sharma

Dr. Bhasha Sharma is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry, Shivaji College, University of Delhi, India. She received her BSc (2011) in Polymer Sciences from the University of Delhi, and completed her Ph.D. in Chemistry in 2019. Her research interests revolve around sustainable polymers for packaging applications, environmentally benign approaches for biodegradation of plastic wastes, fabrication of bionanocomposites, and finding strategies to ameliorate the electrochemical activity of biopolymers.

Affiliations and expertise

Assistant Professor, University of Delhi

Sabu Thomas

Prof. Sabu Thomas is the Director of the International and Interuniversity Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology at Mahatma Gandhi University in Kerala, India. He also serves as the Chairman of Trivandrum Engineering Science and Technology Research Park (TrESPARK) in Kerala, India. Formerly, he was the Vice Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi University. His ground-breaking research has covered the areas of polymer science and engineering, polymer nanocomposites, elastomers, polymer blends, interpenetrating polymer networks, polymer membranes, green composites and nanocomposites, nanomedicine, and green nanotechnology. Prof. Thomas has received several national and international awards in recognition for his work and recently received Honoris Causa (DSc) from the University of South Brittany, Lorient, France, in recognition for his contributions to polymer science and engineering. Prof. Thomas has published more than 1400 peer-reviewed research papers, reviews, and book chapters. He has also edited and written 210 books. His H-index stands at 139, accompanied by a citation count of 43,000.

Affiliations and expertise

International and Inter University Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, School of Energy Materials, and School of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India

Pramendra Kumar Bajpai

Dr. P.K. Bajpai is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Netaji Subhas University of Technology, New Delhi. His area of research includes processing of polymer composites, bio composites, machining aspects of composites, FEM modelling of composites, etc. He has published several research articles in various journals of repute and has contributed many book chapters in edited books of leading publishers. He has also worked as an editor for two edited volumes of books related to processing of polymer composites and two conference proceedings related to materials and manufacturing.

Affiliations and expertise

Department of Mechanical Engineering, Netaji Subhas University of Technology, New Delhi, India

Kajal Ghosal

Dr. Kajal Ghosal is Visiting Researcher at the Slovak Academy of Science, Bratislava, Slovakia, and works as Associate Professor at Dr. B. C. Roy College of Pharmacy and AHS, Durgapur, India. She was selected among the international candidates for participating in the National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic in 2019. Dr. Ghosal has obtained the D S Kothari Postdoctoral Fellowship from the University Grants Commission (UGC), Govt. of India, in 2013. She has 23 journal papers, 30 conference papers, 2 books, and 3 book chapters.

Affiliations and expertise

Dr. B. C. Roy College of Pharmacy and AHS, Durgapur, India

Shashank Shekhar

Shashank Shekhar Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, Netaji Subhas University of Technology, Delhi, India Dr. Shashank Shekhar is currently an Assistant Professor at Netaji Subhas University of Technology and is also associated with the Quantum Research Centre of Excellence as Associate Director in the Department of Renewable Energy. He completed his PhD in Chemistry at the University of Delhi. Dr. Shekhar has been working on biopolymers and Schiff base metal complexes for the last 5 years and has published articles in reputed international journals.

Affiliations and expertise

Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, Netaji Subhas University of Technology, Delhi, India