Incorporation of Argan Shell Flour in a Biobased Polypropylene Matrix for the Development of High Environmentally Friendly Composites by Injection Molding
In this study, a new composite material is developed using a semi bio-based polypropylene (bioPP) and micronized argan shell (MAS) byproducts. To improve the interaction between the filler and the polymer matrix, a compatibilizer, PP-g-MA, is used. The samples are prepared using a co-rotating twin e...
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| author | María Jordà-Reolid Virginia Moreno Asunción Martínez-Garcia José A. Covas Jaume Gomez-Caturla Juan Ivorra-Martinez Luis Quiles-Carrillo |
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| description | In this study, a new composite material is developed using a semi bio-based polypropylene (bioPP) and micronized argan shell (MAS) byproducts. To improve the interaction between the filler and the polymer matrix, a compatibilizer, PP-g-MA, is used. The samples are prepared using a co-rotating twin extruder followed by an injection molding process. The addition of the MAS filler improves the mechanical properties of the bioPP, as evidenced by an increase in tensile strength from 18.2 MPa to 20.8 MPa. The reinforcement is also observed in the thermomechanical properties, with an increased storage modulus. The thermal characterization and X-ray diffraction indicate that the addition of the filler leads to the formation of α structure crystals in the polymer matrix. However, the addition of a lignocellulosic filler also leads to an increased affinity for water. As a result, the water uptake of the composites increases, although it remains relatively low even after 14 weeks. The water contact angle is also reduced. The color of the composites changes to a color similar to wood. Overall, this study demonstrates the potential of using MAS byproducts to improve their mechanical properties. However, the increased affinity with water should be taken into account in potential applications. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-0217e22270d44d648cf45ab23bf894672023-11-18T12:14:07ZengMDPI AGPolymers2073-43602023-06-011512274310.3390/polym15122743Incorporation of Argan Shell Flour in a Biobased Polypropylene Matrix for the Development of High Environmentally Friendly Composites by Injection MoldingMaría Jordà-Reolid0Virginia Moreno1Asunción Martínez-Garcia2José A. Covas3Jaume Gomez-Caturla4Juan Ivorra-Martinez5Luis Quiles-Carrillo6Innovative Materials and Manufacturing Area-AIJU, Technological Institute for Children’s Products & Leisure, 03440 Ibi, SpainInstitute of Materials Technology (ITM), Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Plaza Ferrándiz y Carbonell s/n, 03801 Alcoy, SpainInnovative Materials and Manufacturing Area-AIJU, Technological Institute for Children’s Products & Leisure, 03440 Ibi, SpainInstitute for Polymers and Composites, University of Minho, 4804-533 Guimaraes, PortugalInstitute of Materials Technology (ITM), Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Plaza Ferrándiz y Carbonell s/n, 03801 Alcoy, SpainInstitute of Materials Technology (ITM), Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Plaza Ferrándiz y Carbonell s/n, 03801 Alcoy, SpainInstitute of Materials Technology (ITM), Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Plaza Ferrándiz y Carbonell s/n, 03801 Alcoy, SpainIn this study, a new composite material is developed using a semi bio-based polypropylene (bioPP) and micronized argan shell (MAS) byproducts. To improve the interaction between the filler and the polymer matrix, a compatibilizer, PP-g-MA, is used. The samples are prepared using a co-rotating twin extruder followed by an injection molding process. The addition of the MAS filler improves the mechanical properties of the bioPP, as evidenced by an increase in tensile strength from 18.2 MPa to 20.8 MPa. The reinforcement is also observed in the thermomechanical properties, with an increased storage modulus. The thermal characterization and X-ray diffraction indicate that the addition of the filler leads to the formation of α structure crystals in the polymer matrix. However, the addition of a lignocellulosic filler also leads to an increased affinity for water. As a result, the water uptake of the composites increases, although it remains relatively low even after 14 weeks. The water contact angle is also reduced. The color of the composites changes to a color similar to wood. Overall, this study demonstrates the potential of using MAS byproducts to improve their mechanical properties. However, the increased affinity with water should be taken into account in potential applications.https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/15/12/2743bioPPargan shell wastesbyproductcomposites |
| spellingShingle | María Jordà-Reolid Virginia Moreno Asunción Martínez-Garcia José A. Covas Jaume Gomez-Caturla Juan Ivorra-Martinez Luis Quiles-Carrillo Incorporation of Argan Shell Flour in a Biobased Polypropylene Matrix for the Development of High Environmentally Friendly Composites by Injection Molding Polymers bioPP argan shell wastes byproduct composites |
| title | Incorporation of Argan Shell Flour in a Biobased Polypropylene Matrix for the Development of High Environmentally Friendly Composites by Injection Molding |
| title_full | Incorporation of Argan Shell Flour in a Biobased Polypropylene Matrix for the Development of High Environmentally Friendly Composites by Injection Molding |
| title_fullStr | Incorporation of Argan Shell Flour in a Biobased Polypropylene Matrix for the Development of High Environmentally Friendly Composites by Injection Molding |
| title_full_unstemmed | Incorporation of Argan Shell Flour in a Biobased Polypropylene Matrix for the Development of High Environmentally Friendly Composites by Injection Molding |
| title_short | Incorporation of Argan Shell Flour in a Biobased Polypropylene Matrix for the Development of High Environmentally Friendly Composites by Injection Molding |
| title_sort | incorporation of argan shell flour in a biobased polypropylene matrix for the development of high environmentally friendly composites by injection molding |
| topic | bioPP argan shell wastes byproduct composites |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/15/12/2743 |
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