Title | Characterization and strength modeling of laminated bio-based composites |
Publication Type | Book Chapter |
Year of Publication | 2016 |
Authors | Clouston PL, Arwade SR, Amini A |
Book Title | Bio-Based Composites for High-Performance Materials: From Strategy to Industrial Application |
Chapter | 14 |
Edition | 1 |
Pagination | 336 pages |
Publisher | CRC Press |
ISBN Number | 1482214482 |
ISBN | 9781482214482 |
Abstract | Since synthetic plastics derived from fossil resources are mostly non-biodegradable, many academic and industrial researchers have shifted their attention toward bio-based materials, which are more eco-friendly. Bio-Based Composites for High-Performance Materials: From Strategy to Industrial Application provides an overview of the state-of-art in bio-based composites. The book integrates knowledge from various disciplines including plant science, materials science, polymer chemistry, chemical engineering, and nanotechnology. It discusses the raw materials used in bio-based composites, basic design principles, properties, applications, and life cycle assessments. The book also presents a strategic and policy-oriented view of these composites and considers the costs of retrofitting existing chemical production plants for bio-based composite manufacture. It is a definitive resource on bio-composites for academics, regulatory agencies, research and development communities, and industries worldwide. |