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Nanocellulose Materials

Fabrication and Industrial Applications

1st Edition - January 8, 2022

Editors: Ramesh Oraon, Deepak Rawtani, Pardeep Singh, Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain

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Nanocellulose Materials: Fabrication and Industrial Applications focuses on the practices, distribution and applications of cellulose at the nanoscale. The book delivers recent… Read more

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Nanocellulose Materials: Fabrication and Industrial Applications focuses on the practices, distribution and applications of cellulose at the nanoscale. The book delivers recent advancements, highlights new perspectives and generic approaches on the rational use of nanocellulose, and includes sustainability advantages over conventional sources towards green and sustainable industrial developments. The topics and sub-topics are framed to cover all key features of cellulose, from extraction to technological evolution.

Nanocellulose has great potential due to its versatility and numerous applications, including the potential role of nanocellulose scaffold derivatives towards active involvement in the energy sector, chemical sensing, catalysis, food industry and anti-bacterial coatings towards land, agricultural and aquatic systems.

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Title Page
Copyright
Table of Contents
Contributors
Chapter 1 Bacterial cellulose nanofibers for separation, drug delivery, wound dressing, and tissue engineering applications
Abstract
Keywords
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Support as separation medium
1.3 Wound dressings
1.4 Drug delivery vehicle
1.5 Tissue engineering applications
1.6 Conclusions
References
Chapter 2 Industrial-scale fabrication and functionalization of nanocellulose
Abstract:
Keywords
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Nanocellulose production
2.3 Functionalization of nanocellulose
2.4 Conclusions
References
Chapter 3 Nanocellulose in packaging industry
Abstract
Keywords
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Preparation and types of Nano cellulose
3.3 Types of packaging
3.4 Applications of Nano cellulose in packaging
3.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 4 Nanocellulose hybrid systems: carriers of active compounds and aerogel/cryogel applications
Abstract
Keywords
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Production of CNCs or CNFs and application in hybrid systems
4.3 Production of CNC or CNF hybrid systems
4.4 ChNP-CNC-based cryogels: a case study
4.5 Conclusion and future challenges
References
Chapter 5 Recent developments of bacterial nanocellulose porous scaffolds in biomedical applications
Abstract
Keywords
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Properties of BNC
5.3 Importance of BNC in biomedical field
5.4 Synthesis and fabrication: development of porous scaffolds
5.5 Bacterial porous scaffold in various biomedical applications
5.6 Conclusion and future perspectives
References
Chapter 6 Characteristic features and functions of nanocellulose for its feasible application in textile industry
Abstract
Keywords
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Sources of nanocellulose
6.3 Classification of nanocellulose structures
6.4 Preparation of nanocellulose
6.5 General techniques used (specific techniques)
6.6 Pretreatment of nanocellulose
6.7 Characterization and thermal analysis of nanocellulose particles
6.8 Effects of nanocellulose on the properties of the textiles
6.9 Applications, advantages, and limitations of nanocellulose
6.10 Current trends and future scopes
6.11 Conclusions
References
Chapter 7 Nanocellulose in plastic industry
Abstract
Keywords
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Plastic in packaging
7.3 Bioplastics
7.4 Cellulose
7.5 Nanocellulosic composites: potential to replace plastics
7.6 Conclusions
References
Chapter 8 Nanocellulose in the sports industry
Abstract
Keywords
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Nanocellulose–morphology and characteristics
8.3 Nanocellulose in the sports industry
8.4 Conclusion and future prospects
References
Chapter 9 Uses of nanocellulose in the environment industry
Abstract
Keywords
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Nanocellulose-based adsorbent
9.3 Photocatalysts based on nanocellulose
9.4 Flocculants based on nanocellulose
9.5 Nanocellulose uses in effluent treatment plant
9.6 Biogenic NPs uses in agriculture
9.7 Nanocellulose for air purification
9.8 Nanopaper
9.9 Nanocellulose uses in energy application
9.10 Conclusion
References
Chapter 10 Application of nanocellulose as nanotechnology in water purification
Abstract
Keywords
10.1 Introduction
10.2 NT-enabled multifunctional application of NC
10.3 Effective role of NC as biosorbent
10.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 11 Cellulose-imidazole engineering hybrid materials/membrane for energy storage
Abstract
Keywords
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) and cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs)
11.3 Concluding remarks
Acknowledgment
Conflict of interest
References
Chapter 12 Nanocellulose in electronics and electrical industry
Abstract
Keywords
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Fundamentals of nanocellulose in electronics
12.3 Cellulose nanopaper as a substrate in electronic devices
12.4 Printed electronics
12.5 Applications of nanocellulose as green electronics
12.6 Future remarks and conclusion
References
Chapter 13 Nanocellulose in paper and wood industry
Abstract
Keywords
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Application in wood and paper industry
13.3 Papermaking
13.4 Application of NC in papermaking
13.5 Pulping
13.6 Wet-end chemistry
13.7 Paper coating
13.8 Other application of NC in papermaking
13.9 Challenges and future aspects in wood and paper industry
References
Chapter 14 Environmental, legal, health, and safety issue of nanocellulose
Abstract
Keywords
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Characteristics of nanocellulose
14.3 Properties of nanocellulose materials
14.4 Preparation and types of nanocellulose
14.5 Production and extraction nanocellulose
14.6 Application of nanocellulose
14.7 Health issues of nanocellulose
14.8 Environmental issues related to nanocellulose
14.9 Legal issues of nanocellulose
14.10 Safety issues of nanocellulose
14.11 Conclusion
References
Chapter 15 Integration of geospatial technology for mapping of algae: an economical perspective for assessing nanocellulose
Abstract
Keywords
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Remote sensing applications for mapping spatial algal cover and harmful algal blooms (HABs)
15.3 Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
15.4 Sensors and cameras used in remote sensing for algal bloom mapping
15.5 Quantitative analyses
15.6 Future opportunities
15.7 Socioeconomic impact
15.8 Climate change
15.9 Conclusions
References
Index

Ramesh Oraon

Ramesh Oraon is an Assistant Professor (Department of Nanoscience and Technology, Central University of Jharkhand, Brambe, India. His research areas are synthesis, functionalization, characterization of carbon materials, metal oxides, polymers and their electrochemical analysis for applications in energy storage, sensors, etc.

Affiliations and expertise

Assistant Professor, Department of Nanoscience and Technology, Central University of Jharkhand, Brambe, India

Deepak Rawtani

Deepak Rawtani is an Associate Professor and the Associate Dean of the School of Pharmacy at the National Forensic Sciences University in Gandhinagar, India. His research focuses on forensic nanobiotechnology, particularly the interaction of DNA with nanoparticles and the functionalization of halloysite nanotubes for environmental applications, drug delivery, and enzyme immobilization. In his field of research, Dr. Rawtani has published more than 75 scientific papers and manuals with reputable international journals. He not only conducts research but also serves as a NABL-empowered Technical Assessor (ISO/IEC 17025).

Affiliations and expertise

School of Pharmacy, National Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India

Pardeep Singh

Pardeep Singh is Professor and Head at the School of Advanced Chemical Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan, India. He is specialized in physical chemistry and heads a lab of research scholars who work on photocatalysis with the aim of generating new knowledge on graphene-based photocatalytic materials and processes to develop novel de-pollution treatments with enhanced efficiency and pilot-scale applicability. He is also exploring the generation of bio-waste material-based activated carbon for adsorption-based removal of aqueous phase pollutants.

Affiliations and expertise

School of Advanced Chemical Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan-Oachghat-Kumarhatti Highway, Bajhol, Himachal Pradesh, India

Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain

Dr. Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain is an adjunct professor and director of laboratories in the Department of Chemistry & Environmental Sciences at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), Newark, New Jersey, United States. His research is focused on the applications of nanotechnology and advanced materials, environmental management, analytical chemistry, and other various industries. Dr. Hussain is the author of numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals as well as a prolific author and editor of several books, including scientific monographs and handbooks in his research areas.

Affiliations and expertise

Adjunct Professor, New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)