Biodegradable Polymers, Blends and Composites
- 1st Edition - November 8, 2021
- Latest edition
- Editors: Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai, M. Ramesh, Suchart Siengchin
- Language: English
Biodegradable Polymers, Blends and Composites provides a comprehensive review on recent developments in this very important research field. The book's chapters cover the various t… Read more
Biodegradable Polymers, Blends and Composites provides a comprehensive review on recent developments in this very important research field. The book's chapters cover the various types of biodegradable polymers currently available and their composites, with discussions on preparation, properties and applications. Sections cover natural rubber-based polymer blends, soy-protein, cellulose, chitin, starch-based, PLA, PHBV, PCL, PVA, PBAT-based blends, Poly (ethylene succinate), PHB and Poly (propylene carbonates). The book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, technologists and engineers working on recent developments in the area of biodegradable polymers, their blends and composites.
- Discusses the various types of biodegradable polymers, blends and composites
- Covers natural rubber, cellulose, chitin, starch, PLA, PCL and PBAT
- Features modern processing technologies, properties, applications and biodegradability
Academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers working in polymers, composites and materials science. Chemical engineering and postgraduate students
1. Introduction to biodegradable polymers
2. Natural rubber-based polymer blends, composites and nanocomposites
3. Soy protein-based polymer blends, and composites
4. Extraction and characterization of cellulose
5. Cellulose based blends and composites
6. Chitin and chitosan-based blends and composites
7. Starch based blends and composites
8. PLA based blends and composites
9. PHBV based blends and composites
10. PCL based blends and composites
11. PVA based blends and composites
12. PBAT based blends and composites
13. Poly(ethylene succinate), polybutylene succinate and Poly[(butylene succinate)-co-adipate] (PBSA) based blends and composites
14. Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) based blends and composites
15. Poly(Propylene Carbonates) based blends and composites
16. Miscellaneous biodegradable polymers
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: November 8, 2021
- Language: English
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Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa
Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa serves as a Principal Research Scientist and Advisor for International Development at King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand. He holds a BEng in Mechanical Engineering (2010), an MTech in Computational Analysis (2013), and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering Science (2018) from Visvesvaraya Technological University, India, followed by a Post-Doctorate from KMUTNB (2019). A prolific researcher in materials science and composites, his research focuses on natural fiber composites, polymer composites, and advanced material technology. He has received multiple accolades, including Outstanding Researcher Award 2021 from KMUTNB and recognition in Stanford University's Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists list. He also serves as an Associate Editor for Elsevier’s Heliyon and Frontier Materials, while holding seven patents across UK, Thailand, and India.
Affiliations and expertise
Principal Research Scientist and Associate Professor, Natural Composite Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering, King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok, Wongsawang, Bangkok, ThailandJP
Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai
Prof. Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai is currently the Director of AU – Sophisticated Testing and Instrumentation Center, Alliance University, Bengaluru, India, and Professor at the Department of Science, Alliance University, Bengaluru, India. He is a frequently invited speaker and consultant for multiple international organizations. Additionally, he has received numerous prestigious awards, including the DST INSPIRE Faculty Award from the Government of India and the Best Faculty Awards from KMUTNB, Thailand and Alliance University India.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor, Department of Science, Faculty of Science & Technology, Alliance University, Chandapura-Anekal Main Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaMR
M. Ramesh
Prof. M. Ramesh received M.E degree in Computer Aided Design (CAD) and B.E degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of Madras and Bharathiyar University, Tamil Nadu, India respectively. He is the Madras University Rank holder in M.E. He obtained PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering in the field of eco-friendly bio-composite materials from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Andhra Pradesh, India. He has published more than 40 research papers in SCI and Scopus indexed Journals, 10+ book chapters and presented several papers in the conferences at National and International level. He is a reviewer for more than 30 International Journals and conference proceedings. His research interests include biomaterials, polymer nanocomposites, hybrid composites and energy efficient materials.
Affiliations and expertise
KIT, Kalaignarkarunanidhi Inst. of Technology, Tamil Nadu, IndiaSS
Suchart Siengchin
Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Suchart Siengchin serves as the President of King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB). His academic journey spans German institutions, earning degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Technology, and Material Science, culminating in a PhD from the University of Kaiserslautern and habilitation from Chemnitz University. A distinguished researcher in polymer processing and composite materials, he serves as the Editor-in-Chief of KMUTNB’s International Journal of Applied Science and Technology. His excellence in research has been recognized with multiple KMUTNB Outstanding Researcher Awards (2010, 2012, 2013) and the National Excellence Researcher Award (2021) from the National Research Council of Thailand. He is ranked among Stanford University's top 2% scientists globally, reflecting his substantial impact in materials science and engineering.
Affiliations and expertise
President and Professor, Natural Composite Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering, King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok, Wongsawang, Bangkok, ThailandRead Biodegradable Polymers, Blends and Composites on ScienceDirect