Poly(lactic Acid) : Synthesis, Structures, Properties, Processing, Applications, and End of Life

Rafael A Auras

ISBN 10: 111976744X / ISBN 13: 9781119767442

Published by Wiley Jun 2022, 2022

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Neuware - POLY(LACTIC ACID)The second edition of a key reference, fully updated to reflect new research and applicationsPoly(lactic acid)s - PLAs, biodegradable polymers derived from lactic acid, have become vital components of a sustainable society. Eco-friendly PLA polymers are used in numerous industrial applications ranging from packaging to medical implants and to wastewater treatment. The global PLA market is predicted to expand significantly over the next decade due to increasing demand for compostable and recyclable materials produced from renewable resources.Poly(lactic acid) Synthesis, Structures, Properties, Processing, Applications, and End of Life provides comprehensive coverage of the basic chemistry, production, and industrial use of PLA. Contributions from an international panel of experts review specific processing methods, characterization techniques, and various applications in medicine, textiles, packaging, and environmental engineering. Now in its second edition, this fully up-to-date volume features new and revised chapters on 3D printing, the mechanical and chemical recycling of PLA, PLA stereocomplex crystals, PLA composites, the environmental footprint of PLA, and more.\* Highlights the biodegradability, recycling, and sustainability benefits of PLA\* Describes processing and conversion technologies for PLA, such as injection molding, extrusion, blending, and thermoforming\* Covers various aspects of lactic acid/lactide monomers, including physicochemical properties and production\* Examines different condensation reactions and modification strategies for enhanced polymerization of PLA\* Discusses the thermal, rheological, and mechanical properties of PLA\* Addresses degradation and environmental issues of PLA, including photodegradation, radiolysis, hydrolytic degradation, biodegradation, and life cycle assessmentPoly(lactic acid) Synthesis, Structures, Properties, Processing, Applications, and End of Life, Second Edition remains essential reading for polymer engineers, materials scientists, polymer chemists, chemical engineers, industry professionals using PLA, and scientists and advanced student engineers interested in biodegradable plastics.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Poly(lactic Acid) : Synthesis, Structures, Properties, Processing, Applications, and End of Life
• Publisher: Wiley Jun 2022
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 111976744X
• ISBN 13: 9781119767442
• Binding: Buch
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 286W x 221H x 41D millimeters 286 millimeters width by 221 millimeters height by 41 millimeters depth
• Weight: 1968 grams

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Synopsis

POLY(LACTIC ACID)

The second edition of a key reference, fully updated to reflect new research and applications

Poly(lactic acid)s – PLAs, biodegradable polymers derived from lactic acid, have become vital components of a sustainable society. Eco-friendly PLA polymers are used in numerous industrial applications ranging from packaging to medical implants and to wastewater treatment. The global PLA market is predicted to expand significantly over the next decade due to increasing demand for compostable and recyclable materials produced from renewable resources.

Poly(lactic acid) Synthesis, Structures, Properties, Processing, Applications, and End of Life provides comprehensive coverage of the basic chemistry, production, and industrial use of PLA. Contributions from an international panel of experts review specific processing methods, characterization techniques, and various applications in medicine, textiles, packaging, and environmental engineering. Now in its second edition, this fully up-to-date volume features new and revised chapters on 3D printing, the mechanical and chemical recycling of PLA, PLA stereocomplex crystals, PLA composites, the environmental footprint of PLA, and more.

• Highlights the biodegradability, recycling, and sustainability benefits of PLA
• Describes processing and conversion technologies for PLA, such as injection molding, extrusion, blending, and thermoforming
• Covers various aspects of lactic acid/lactide monomers, including physicochemical properties and production
• Examines different condensation reactions and modification strategies for enhanced polymerization of PLA
• Discusses the thermal, rheological, and mechanical properties of PLA
• Addresses degradation and environmental issues of PLA, including photodegradation, radiolysis, hydrolytic degradation, biodegradation, and life cycle assessment

Poly(lactic acid) Synthesis, Structures, Properties, Processing, Applications, and End of Life, Second Edition remains essential reading for polymer engineers, materials scientists, polymer chemists, chemical engineers, industry professionals using PLA, and scientists and advanced student engineers interested in biodegradable plastics.

About the Author

RAFAEL A. AURAS, Professor, School of Packaging, College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, Michigan State University, USA.

LOONG-TAK LIM, Professor, Department of Food Science, University of Guelph, Canada.

SUSAN E. M. SELKE, Professor Emeritus, School of Packaging, College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, Michigan State University, USA.

HIDETO TSUJI, Professor, Department of Applied Chemistry and Life Science, Toyohashi University of Technology, Japan.