Synthesis, Properties, and Biodegradability of Thermoplastic Elastomers Made from 2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol, Glutaric Acid and Lactide

An innovative type of biodegradable thermoplastic elastomers with improved mechanical properties from very common and potentially renewable sources, poly(L-lactide)-<i>b</i>-poly(2-methyl-1,3-propylene glutarate)-<i>b</i>-poly(L-lactide) (PLA-<i>b</i>-PMPG-<i&g...

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Main Authors: Lamya Zahir, Takumitsu Kida, Ryo Tanaka, Yuushou Nakayama, Takeshi Shiono, Norioki Kawasaki, Naoko Yamano, Atsuyoshi Nakayama
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-01-01
Series:Life
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/11/1/43