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Sustainable Polylactide-based Blends, Paperback by Ray, Suprakas Sinha; Banerjee, Ritima, ISBN 0323858686, ISBN-13 9780323858687, Brand New, Free shipping in the US <p><i>Sustainable Polylactide-Based Blends</i> provides a critical overview of the state-of-the-art in polylactide (PLA)-based blends, addressing the latest advances, innovative processing techniques and fundamental issues that persist in the field. Sections cover the fundamentals of sustainable polymeric materials, polylactide and polymer blends, current and upcoming processing technologies, structure and morphology characterization techniques for PLA and PLA-based blends, and the processing, morphology development, and properties of polylactide-based blends. Final chapters focus on current and future applications, market potential, key challenges and future outlooks.</p> <p>Throughout th, theoretical modeling of immiscible polymer blends helps to establish structure-property relationships in various PLA-based polymer blends. With in-depth coverage of fundamentals and processing techniques, th aims to support the selection of each processing method, along with an understanding of surface chemistry to achieve improved compatibility between phases.</p><ul> <li>Explains fundamental aspects of polylactide-based blends, including characterization methods and property measurement techniques</li> <li>Offers comprehensive and detailed coverage of processing, morphology and properties, all organized by blend material</li> <li>Analyzes novel methods and addresses challenges associated with PLA-based blends, with a focus on applications and market potential</li></ul>
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A must-read for anyone interested in sustainable materials! This book dives deep into PLA-based blends with clear explanations, cutting-edge research, and practical insights. The authors break down complex topics in an accessible way, making it valuable for both professionals and students. The focus on eco-friendly solutions is timely and well-presented. Highly recommended for material scientists and engineers looking to stay ahead in sustainable polymer innovation.