Polylactic Acid
A Practical Guide for the Processing, Manufacturing, and Applications of PLA
- 3rd Edition - August 1, 2026
- Latest edition
- Authors: Lee Tin Sin, Bee Soo Tueen
- Language: English
Polylactic Acid: A Practical Guide for the Processing, Manufacturing, and Applications of PLA, Third Edition provides a practical guide for engineers and scientists engaged in PLA… Read more
The current market landscape for PLA and biodegradable polymers is described, along with applications across a range of market sectors. In addition, it covers the mechanical, chemical, thermal, rheological, and degradation properties of PLA, providing a comprehensive understanding of this sustainable material. The book is not only a valuable introduction to academics, researchers, and policymakers to this topic, but also serves as a practical reference guide to support decision-making within the plastics industry.
- Covers the properties, synthesis and polymerization of PLA, along with processing techniques involved in fabricating parts from this polymer
- Offers detailed guidance on how to process, manufacture, and scale-up PLA for industrial use, presenting an essential reference for engineers, scientists, and product designers considering switching to a sustainable plastic
- Includes critical new chapters on PLA membrane and separation, and cutting-edge applications of PLA in smart polymers, wearable electronics, responsive systems, active packaging materials, and more
2. Synthesis and Production of Poly(lactic Acid)
3. Thermal Properties of Poly(lactic Acid)
4. Chemical Properties of Poly(lactic Acid)
5. Mechanical Properties of Poly(lactic Acid)
6. Rheological Properties of Poly(lactic Acid)
7. Degradation and Stability of Poly(lactic Acid)
8. Additives and Processing aids of PLA
9. Processing and Recycling of PLA
10. Injection moulding and additive printing technology of PLA
11. Utilizations of Poly(lactic Acid)
12. Cutting Edge Application of Poly(lactic acid)
13. Poly(lactic acid) Membrane and Separation
14. Environmental Assessment of Poly(Lactic Acid) and International Standards
- Edition: 3
- Latest edition
- Published: August 1, 2026
- Language: English
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Lee Tin Sin
Lee Tin Sin is a researcher, professional engineer and associate professor. He graduated with Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical-Polymer) First Class Honours and Ph.D in Polymer Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Dr. Lee has been involved in rubber processing, biopolymer, nanocomposite and polymer synthesis with numerous publications of journal papers, book chapters and conferences. He was the recipient of the Society of Chemical Engineers Japan Award for Outstanding Asian Researcher and Engineer 2018 for his contribution on polymer research. He was also conferred Meritorious Service Medal (PJK) by the Sultan of Selangor State, Malaysia in year 2019. He co-authored ‘Polylactic Acid’ (Elsevier), the First and Second Editions which were published in 2012 and 2019, respectively. In 2023, he co-authored ‘Plastics and Sustainability’, also published by Elsevier.
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