Hybrid Materials of Bio-Based Aerogels for Sustainable Packaging Solutions

This review explores the field of hybrid materials in the context of bio-based aerogels for the development of sustainable packaging solutions. Increasing global concern over environmental degradation and the growing demand for environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional packaging material...

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Main Author: Urška Vrabič-Brodnjak
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-12-01
Series:Gels
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2310-2861/10/1/27
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description This review explores the field of hybrid materials in the context of bio-based aerogels for the development of sustainable packaging solutions. Increasing global concern over environmental degradation and the growing demand for environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional packaging materials have led to a growing interest in the synthesis and application of bio-based aerogels. These aerogels, which are derived from renewable resources such as biopolymers and biomass, have unique properties such as a lightweight structure, excellent thermal insulation, and biodegradability. The manuscript addresses the innovative integration of bio-based aerogels with various other materials such as nanoparticles, polymers, and additives to improve their mechanical, barrier, and functional properties for packaging applications. It critically analyzes recent advances in hybridization strategies and highlights their impact on the overall performance and sustainability of packaging materials. In addition, the article identifies the key challenges and future prospects associated with the development and commercialization of hybrid bio-based aerogel packaging materials. The synthesis of this knowledge is intended to contribute to ongoing efforts to create environmentally friendly alternatives that address the current problems associated with conventional packaging while promoting a deeper understanding of the potential of hybrid materials for sustainable packaging solutions.
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spelling doaj.art-317a5909dabb45e28940fe3ace0751092024-01-26T16:39:13ZengMDPI AGGels2310-28612023-12-011012710.3390/gels10010027Hybrid Materials of Bio-Based Aerogels for Sustainable Packaging SolutionsUrška Vrabič-Brodnjak0Department of Textiles, Graphic Arts and Design, Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering, University of Ljubljana, Snežniška 5, 1000 Ljubljana, SloveniaThis review explores the field of hybrid materials in the context of bio-based aerogels for the development of sustainable packaging solutions. Increasing global concern over environmental degradation and the growing demand for environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional packaging materials have led to a growing interest in the synthesis and application of bio-based aerogels. These aerogels, which are derived from renewable resources such as biopolymers and biomass, have unique properties such as a lightweight structure, excellent thermal insulation, and biodegradability. The manuscript addresses the innovative integration of bio-based aerogels with various other materials such as nanoparticles, polymers, and additives to improve their mechanical, barrier, and functional properties for packaging applications. It critically analyzes recent advances in hybridization strategies and highlights their impact on the overall performance and sustainability of packaging materials. In addition, the article identifies the key challenges and future prospects associated with the development and commercialization of hybrid bio-based aerogel packaging materials. The synthesis of this knowledge is intended to contribute to ongoing efforts to create environmentally friendly alternatives that address the current problems associated with conventional packaging while promoting a deeper understanding of the potential of hybrid materials for sustainable packaging solutions.https://www.mdpi.com/2310-2861/10/1/27bio-based aerogelshybrid packaging materialssustainabilityeco-friendly packaging
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Hybrid Materials of Bio-Based Aerogels for Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Gels
bio-based aerogels
hybrid packaging materials
sustainability
eco-friendly packaging
title Hybrid Materials of Bio-Based Aerogels for Sustainable Packaging Solutions
title_full Hybrid Materials of Bio-Based Aerogels for Sustainable Packaging Solutions
title_fullStr Hybrid Materials of Bio-Based Aerogels for Sustainable Packaging Solutions
title_full_unstemmed Hybrid Materials of Bio-Based Aerogels for Sustainable Packaging Solutions
title_short Hybrid Materials of Bio-Based Aerogels for Sustainable Packaging Solutions
title_sort hybrid materials of bio based aerogels for sustainable packaging solutions
topic bio-based aerogels
hybrid packaging materials
sustainability
eco-friendly packaging
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