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Towards Biomimicking Wood: Fabricated Free-standing Films of Nanocellulose, Lignin, and a Synthetic Polycation

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Polylactic Acid/Lignin Composites: A Review.

Kang Shi¹, Guoshuai Liu¹, Hui Sun^1,2

¹College of Chemistry and Materials Engineering, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China.

|July 14, 2023

Summary

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Biodegradable plastics like poly (lactic acid) are gaining attention. Combining poly (lactic acid) with lignin, a low-cost biopolymer, enhances material properties and promotes sustainable plastic alternatives.

Keywords:

composites lignin mechanical properties poly (lactic acid)

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Materials Science
Polymer Science
Biotechnology

Background:

Petroleum-based plastics face environmental concerns due to resource depletion and pollution.
Biodegradable plastics, particularly poly (lactic acid) (PLA), offer a sustainable alternative but have limitations like brittleness and high cost.
Lignin, an abundant and low-cost renewable biopolymer, possesses beneficial properties such as UV barrier and antioxidant activity, with potential for chemical modification.

Purpose of the Study:

To review recent advancements in poly (lactic acid)/lignin composites.
To investigate the impact of lignin incorporation on the mechanical properties and compatibility of PLA composites.
To explore the potential of lignin as a cost-effective filler and functional additive for PLA.

Main Methods:

Literature review of poly (lactic acid)/lignin composite research.
Analysis of studies focusing on the mechanical performance enhancement through lignin addition.
Evaluation of research on the interfacial compatibility between PLA and lignin.

Main Results:

Lignin incorporation can improve the mechanical properties, such as rigidity and strength, of poly (lactic acid) composites.
The compatibility between poly (lactic acid) and lignin is crucial for achieving optimal composite performance.
Lignin's functional groups allow for chemical modification, potentially enhancing its integration and performance within the PLA matrix.

Conclusions:

Poly (lactic acid)/lignin composites represent a promising route towards high-performance, eco-friendly polymer materials.
Addressing the cost and brittleness of PLA while valorizing lignin waste is achievable through composite formation.
Further research is needed to optimize lignin modification and processing for advanced green polymer composites.