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  • Materials Science
  • Polymer Chemistry
  • Sustainable Materials

Background:

  • Cellulose-based materials are gaining traction as sustainable alternatives for functional applications.
  • Developing efficient fabrication methods for cellulose-based materials is crucial for their widespread adoption.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a simple method for creating self-standing cellulose films.
  • To investigate the properties and potential applications of these novel cellulose films.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of cellulose films using 12 wt% microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) in 40 wt% tetrabutylammonium hydroxide (TBAH) aqueous solution.
  • Gelation induced by cellulose I-cellulose II precipitation.
  • Characterization of mechanical properties and adsorption capacity.

Main Results:

  • Self-standing cellulose films were successfully fabricated.
  • Films exhibited moderate mechanical properties (Young's modulus ~460 MPa, tensile strength 1-4 MPa, elongation at break ~2%).
  • Films demonstrated strong adsorption for methylene blue and stability due to TBAH and zinc salts.

Conclusions:

  • The developed cellulose films are promising for wastewater treatment and dye detection.
  • Their properties suggest suitability for antimicrobial packaging, water purification, and biomedical technologies.
  • This study highlights the potential of cellulose-based materials for addressing global challenges.