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Fundamentals and Recent Advances in Nanocomposites Based on Polymers and Nanocellulose

  • 1st Edition - October 5, 2021
  • Latest edition
  • Editor: Md Rezaur Rahman
  • Language: English

Fundamentals and Recent Advances in Nanocomposites Based on Polymers and Nanocellulose brings together the latest research in cellulose-based nanocomposites, covering fundame… Read more

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Fundamentals and Recent Advances in Nanocomposites Based on Polymers and Nanocellulose brings together the latest research in cellulose-based nanocomposites, covering fundamentals, processing, properties, performance, applications, and the state of the art.

The book begins by explaining the fundamentals of cellulose and cellulose-based nanocomposites, including sources, extraction, types, classification, linkages, model structure, model compounds, and characterization techniques. The second part of the book covers the incorporation of cellulose fillers to improve the properties or characteristics of nanocomposites, organized by composite category, including in aerogels, thermoplastic composites, thermoset composites, bioplastic composites, carbon nanofibers, rubber composites, carbon fibers, and foaming materials. Throughout these chapters, there is an emphasis on the latest innovations and application potential. Finally, applications are explored in more detail, notably focusing on the utilization of nanocellulose in biodegradable composites for biomedical applications, along with other important industrial application areas.

This book is of great interest to researchers, scientists, and advanced students working with bio-based materials, and across polymer science, nanomaterials, composite materials, plastics engineering, chemical engineering, materials science and engineering, as well as R&D professionals, engineers, and industrialists interested in the development of bio-based materials for advanced applications or material commercialization.

Key features

  • Presents the fundamentals of cellulose-based nanocomposites, including sources, extraction, types, classification, linkages, structure, compounds, and characterization.
  • Discusses and analyzes the most suitable fabrication methods and processing techniques for cellulose as a reinforcement in a range of composites.
  • Opens the door to a range of cutting-edge applications and considers key aspects such as cost, lifecycle, and biodegradability.

Readership

Academia: Researchers, scientists, and advanced students working with bio-based materials and across polymer science, nanomaterials, composite materials, plastics engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, and engineering. Industry: R&D engineers and industrialists interested in the development of bio-based materials for advanced applications (biomedical, automotive, packaging, etc.).

Table of contents

1. Sources of cellulose
Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri, Md Rezaur Rahman, and Faisal Islam Chowdhury

2. Extraction, types, and classification of cellulose
Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri and Md Rezaur Rahman

3. Cellulose interunit linkages and model compounds
Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri and Md Rezaur Rahman

4. Advanced techniques for characterizing cellulose
Nur-Azzah Binti Taib, Md Rezaur Rahman, Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri, and Mohammed Mahbubul Matin

5. Cellulose-based aerogels
Perry Law Nyuk Khui, Md Rezaur Rahman, and Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri

6. Cellulose reinforcement in thermoplastic composites
Nur-Azzah Binti Taib, Md Rezaur Rahman, and Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri

7. Cellulose reinforcement in thermoset composites
Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri, Md Rezaur Rahman, and Mohammed Mahbubul Matin

8. Cellulose reinforcement in bioplastic composites
Perry Law Nyuk Khui, Md Rezaur Rahman, and Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri

9. Cellulose-based composite carbon nanofibers
Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri and Md Rezaur Rahman

10. Cellulose-reinforced rubber composites
Md Rezaur Rahman, Perry Law Nyuk Khui, and Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri

11. Cellulose-derived carbon fibers
Elammaran Jayamani, Md Rezaur Rahman, and Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri

12. Cellulose-based foaming materials
Faisal Islam Chowdhury, Md Rezaur Rahman, and Jahidul Islam

13. Utilization of nanocellulose as reinforcement in biodegradable biomaterials
Perry Law Nyuk Khui, Md Rezaur Rahman, Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri, Sinin Hamdan, Khairuddin Sanaullah, and Faisal Islam Chowdhury

14. Applications of cellulose materials and their composites
Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri and Md Rezaur Rahman

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: October 8, 2021
  • Language: English

About the editor

MR

Md Rezaur Rahman

Dr. Md. Rezaur Rahman is an Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering and Energy Sustainability at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS). He expertise in polymer engineering, advanced materials, membrane technology, nanocomposites, and sustainable environmental solutions. With a distinguished academic career spanning teaching, research, innovation, and leadership, Dr. Rahman has made significant contributions to the advancement of sustainable materials science and environmental engineering. He has an exceptional scholarly record, having authored over 350 peer-reviewed publications indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, along with 10 academic books, numerous book chapters, and conference proceedings. His work focuses on biodegradable polymers, polymer nanocomposites, membrane-based separation processes, waste valorization, and circular economy-driven materials, addressing pressing challenges in sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental protection. His commitment to interdisciplinary research, translational innovation, and policy-relevant outcomes positions him as a key contributor to sustainable development goals and industry–academia collaboration.

Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University Malaysia Sarawak, Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia

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