scholarly journals Optimized and scaled-up production of cellulose-reinforced biodegradable composite films made up of carrot processing waste

2018 ◽  
Vol 121 ◽  
pp. 66-72 ◽  
Author(s):  
Caio G. Otoni ◽  
Beatriz D. Lodi ◽  
Marcos V. Lorevice ◽  
Renato C. Leitão ◽  
Marcos D. Ferreira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Composite Films ◽  
Processing Waste ◽  
Biodegradable Composite

Antimicrobial Activity of Allyl Isothiocyanate Used To Coat Biodegradable Composite Films as Affected by Storage and Handling Conditions†

2012 ◽  
Vol 75 (12) ◽  
pp. 2234-2237 ◽  
Author(s):  
WEILI LI ◽  
LINSHU LIU ◽  
TONY Z. JIN
Keyword(s):  
Antimicrobial Activity ◽  
Polylactic Acid ◽  
Food Packaging ◽  
Storage Time ◽  
Storage Temperature ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Antimicrobial Properties ◽  
Allyl Isothiocyanate ◽  
Microbial Reduction ◽  
Biodegradable Composite

We evaluated the effects of storage and handling conditions on the antimicrobial activity of biodegradable composite films (polylactic acid and sugar beet pulp) coated with allyl isothiocyanate (AIT). Polylactic acid and chitosan were incorporated with AIT and used to coat one side of the film. The films were subjected to different storage conditions (storage time, storage temperature, and packed or unpacked) and handling conditions (washing, abrasion, and air blowing), and the antimicrobial activity of the films against Salmonella Stanley in tryptic soy broth was determined. The films (8.16 μl of AIT per cm2 of surface area) significantly (P < 0.05) inhibited the growth of Salmonella during 24 h of incubation at 22°C, while the populations of Salmonella in controls increased from ca. 4 to over 8 log CFU/ml, indicating a minimum inactivation of 4 log CFU/ml on films in comparison to the growth on controls. Statistical analyses indicated that storage time, storage temperature, and surface abrasion affected the antimicrobial activity of the films significantly (P < 0.05). However, the differences in microbial reduction between those conditions were less than 0.5 log cycle. The results suggest that the films' antimicrobial properties are stable under practical storage and handling conditions and that these antimicrobial films have potential applications in food packaging.

Thermal and Mechanical Properties of Corn Stalk Microcrystalline Cellulose Reinforced PLA Composites

2011 ◽  
Vol 233-235 ◽  
pp. 1726-1729
Author(s):  
Chun Guang Li ◽  
Rui Zhang ◽  
Yun Xia Li ◽  
Peng Fei Xu ◽  
Yan Qiu Wang
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Tensile Properties ◽  
Microcrystalline Cellulose ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Decomposition Temperature ◽  
Corn Stalk ◽  
Thermal And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Initial Decomposition Temperature ◽  
Elongation At Break ◽  
Biodegradable Composite

The biodegradable composite films were prepared from corn stalk microcrystalline cellulose as filler and polylactic acid (PLA) as polymeric matrix. The crystallinity, the tensile properties and the thermal properties of the composites were tested. The results show that the tensile properties and thermal properties were improved with the addition of corn stalk microcrystalline cellulose. When corn stalk microcrystalline cellulose account for 10% of the PLA quality, the initial decomposition temperature was raised by 34.38, tensile strength increased by 58.3% and elongation at break increased by 31.1% compared to those of pure PLA.

scholarly journals Barrier properties of carrageenan/pectin biodegradable composite films

2011 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 240-245 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vítor D. Alves ◽  
Rocío Castelló ◽  
Ana Rita Ferreira ◽  
Nuno Costa ◽  
Isabel M. Fonseca ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Composite Films ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Biodegradable Composite

scholarly journals Development and Characterization of Biodegradable Composite Films Based on Gelatin Derived from Beef, Pork and Fish Sources

Foods ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zainal Nur Hanani ◽  
Eddie Beatty ◽  
Yrjo Roos ◽  
Mick Morris ◽  
Joseph Kerry
Keyword(s):  
Composite Films ◽  
Biodegradable Composite

Preparation and Properties of Bagasses Cellulose Microcrystal Reinforced Poly(Vinyl alcohol) Composite Film

2011 ◽  
Vol 399-401 ◽  
pp. 381-384
Author(s):  
Chun Guang Li ◽  
Bin Guo Zheng ◽  
Wei Gong Peng ◽  
Wei Tian ◽  
Rui Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Composite Film ◽  
Tensile Properties ◽  
Microcrystalline Cellulose ◽  
Vinyl Alcohol ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Poly Vinyl Alcohol ◽  
Elongation At Break ◽  
Biodegradable Composite ◽  
Cellulose Microcrystal

The biodegradable composite films were prepared from bagasse microcrystalline cellulose as filler and poly(vinyl alcohol)(PVA) as polymeric matrix. The crystallinity, the tensile properties and the thermal properties of the composites were tested. Bagasse microcrystalline cellulose was distributed in PVA films as the crystalline state. The results show that the tensile properties and thermal properties were improved with the addition of bagasse microcrystalline cellulose. When bagasse microcrystalline cellulose mass fraction was 5%, both temperature of initial decomposition and maximum weight loss rate of composite film were raised by 11.71°C and 36.86°C, and the tensile strength increased by 17.88%, and the elongation at break increased by 36.62% compared to those of pure PVA.

scholarly journals Development of technology for producing biodegradable hybrid composites based on polyethylene, starch, and monoglycerides

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (6) ◽  
pp. 44-55
Author(s):  
I. Yu. Vasilyev ◽  
V. V. Ananyev ◽  
V. V. Kolpakova ◽  
A. S. Sardzhveladze
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Mechanical Performance ◽  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Low Density Polyethylene ◽  
Low Density ◽  
Elongation At Break ◽  
Biodegradable Composite ◽  
Develop Technology ◽  
Distilled Monoglycerides

Objectives. This work aimed to develop technology to produce biodegradable hybrid composite (BHC) films based on low-density polyethylene (LDPE) 115030-070 and thermoplastic starches (TPS) of various origins (corn, pea, and rice), with distilled monoglycerides as the plasticizer. The properties of the produced BHC films were studied and the optimal native starch : glycerol : monoglycerides ratio is proposed.Methods. TPS and BHC films based on this material were produced from different types of native starches in laboratory extruders (Brabender and MashPlast, Russia), and the extruded melts were subjected to ultrasonic vibrations. The structure and appearance of the BHC films were studied using scanning electron microscopy and rheology. Their biodegradability was assessed by immersing them in biocompost for three months. To evaluate the mechanical performance of the BHC films produced with and without ultrasound, the changes in tensile stress and elongation at break were determined during the biodegradation process.Results. The BHC films had a homogeneous structure, except small agglomerates (non-melted starch grains), which did not reduce their quality. The films with monoglycerides had high tensile strength, which was comparable with low-density polyethylene. After removing samples of the BHC films from the biocompost, their tensile strength decreased by 20%, which shows their biodegradability.Conclusions. The produced biodegradable composite films and the technology used to produce them will be applicable for the packaging industry to reduce environmental impact.

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