Processing and Characterization of Cellulose Nanocrystals/Polylactic Acid Nanocomposite Films

The focus of this study is to examine the effect of cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) on the properties of polylactic acid (PLA) films. The films are fabricated via melt compounding and melt fiber spinning followed by compression molding. Film fracture morphology, thermal properties, crystallization beha...

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Main Authors: Erin M. Sullivan, Robert J. Moon, Kyriaki Kalaitzidou
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-12-01
Series:Materials
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/8/12/5447