A Novel Bioresidue to Compatibilize Sodium Montmorillonite and Linear Low Density Polyethylene

Høgsaa, Bjarke; Fini, Ellie H.; Christiansen, Jesper de Claville; Hung, Albert M.; Mousavi, Masoumeh; Jensen, Erik Appel; Pahlavan, Farideh; Pedersen, Thomas Helmer; Sanporean, Catalina-Gabriela

doi:10.1021/acs.iecr.7b04178

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“…In addition, T3 presents three well-differentiated peaks at 2θ = 14.03, 19.83 and 61.9, which are typical of montmorillonite organoclay. These outcomes agree well with results previously reported in the literature [77,78,79,80,81].…”

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Sustainable Materials with Enhanced Mechanical Properties Based on Industrial Polyhydroxyalkanoates Reinforced with Organomodified Sepiolite and Montmorillonite

García-Quiles¹,

Cuello

Castell³

2019

Polymers

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Microplastics have become one of the greatest environmental challenges worldwide. To turn this dramatic damage around, EU regulators now want to ensure that plastic itself is fully recyclable or biodegradable. The aim of the present work is to develop a biobased and biodegradable biocomposite based on commercial polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) and nanoclays, with the objective of achieving a reduction of rancid odour while avoiding any loss in thermomechanical properties, thus tackling two key disadvantages of PHAs. This research aims at completely characterising the structural, thermal and mechanical behaviour of the formulations developed, understanding the compatibility mechanisms in order to be able to assess the best commercial combinations for industrial applications in the packaging and automotive sectors. We report the development of nine nanobiocomposite materials based on three types of commercial PHA matrices: a linear poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) (P3HB); two copolymers based on poly(3-hydroxybutyrate)-co-poly(4-hydroxybutyrate) (P3HB-co-P4HB); and nanoclays, which represent a different polar behaviour. Dispersion achieved is highly relevant compared with literature results. Our findings show impressive mechanical enhancements, in particular for P3HB reinforced with sepiolite modified via aminosilanes.

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Sustainable Materials with Enhanced Mechanical Properties Based on Industrial Polyhydroxyalkanoates Reinforced with Organomodified Sepiolite and Montmorillonite

García-Quiles¹,

Cuello

Castell³

2019

Polymers

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“…For neat MMT, characteristic peaks are observed at 2θ = 7.09 o and 2θ = 19.82 o . The peak at 2θ = 19.82 • is characteristic for nonbasal reflections, due to the layered structure [21]. In the samples with 3 wt% of MMT, it can be observed that the MMT characteristic peak shifts to lower angles if compared to the peak of the pristine organoclay (which was at 2θ = 7.09 • for neat MMT), suggesting intercalation of the polymer molecules into the galleries of the clay.…”

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Protective Low-Density Polyethylene Residues from Prepreg for the Development of New Nanocomposites with Montmorillonite: Recycling and Characterization

Severino

Montanheiro

Ferro³

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A sustainable alternative to the destination of polyethylene (PE) residue from the prepreg package was established. This work intends to develop nanocomposites for packaging containing neat low-density polyethylene (LDPE), a compatibilizer agent (maleic anhydride grafted-LDPE, LDPE-g-MA), recycled LDPE obtained from the protective films of prepreg (rLDPE) and montmorillonite (MMT). The rLDPE, from the prepreg shield, has a primary role during the transport and storage of prepreg, which can be composed of epoxy resin and carbon fiber or glass fiber. However, this rLDPE is withdrawn and discarded, besides, it is estimated that tons of this material are discarded monthly by the company Alltec Materiais Compostos Ltd. (São José dos Campos-SP, Brazil). Due to several factors, including the lack of technology for recycling, the majority of this material is incinerated. In this context, this work presents a technical and ecologically viable alternative for the use of this discarded material. Nanocomposites of LDPE/rLDPE blends and montmorillonite (MMT) with different contents (0.0, 1.0, and 3.0 wt%) and with the addition of compatibilizer agent (LDPE-g-MA) were prepared by extrusion process. Test specimens were obtained by hot pressing in a hydropneumatic press followed by die-cutting. The nanocomposites produced using rLDPE presented good mechanical, thermal, and morphological properties, being the ideal concentration of 1 wt% MMT. Thus, the results obtained confirmed the viability of recycling LDPE from the prepreg package which contributes to the reduction of waste and the use of this material in technological applications.

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“…It has been documented that when the surface of montmorillonite clay is treated with a particular biomodifier, an organophilic environment is created around the clay that improves the hydrophobic nature of the polymer, causing the polymer to be adsorbed onto the clay. , In other words, molecules of the compatibilizer act as a bridge between the hydrophobic polymer and the hydrophilic clay (Figure ).…”

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Multiscale Characterization of a Wood-Based Biocrude as a Green Compatibilizing Agent for High-Impact Polystyrene/Halloysite Nanotube Nanocomposites

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This paper investigates merits of using a wood-based biocrude (WB) from aspen wood to improve the compatibility of halloysite nanotubes (HNTs) with high-impact polystyrene to develop nanocomposites with desirable thermomechanical properties. Morphological, thermal, and rheological properties of the resulting nanocomposite are used as indicators of the compatibility and dispersion of the modified HNT within the polymer matrix. Computational modeling using density functional theory is used along with laboratory experiments to provide a multiscale characterization of the above biocrude and nanocomposites. Studies performed through dispersion-corrected density functional theory calculations show that the active functional groups of WB molecules including carbonyl, hydroxyl, and carboxylic interact with the HNT surface, while their aromatic tails interact with the phenyl groups of the polystyrene. Furthermore, the studies reveal how WB molecules act as bridges between the hydrophobic polymer and the hydrophilic clay improving the compatibility. The latter was confirmed by Hansen solubility parameters and was evidenced in improved dispersion of clay within the polystyrene matrix observed by microscopy. Rheological and thermal analyses of the modified HNT and nanocomposites showed physical interactions of WB with HNT surface as well as interactions between the WB-modified HNT and the high-impact polystyrene. The WB was found to be a strong candidate as a green compatibilizing agent for HNT in high-impact polystyrene. The study results can provide insights for formulators and manufacturers looking for green compatibilizing agents in conventional nanocomposites for construction and manufacturing applications.

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A Novel Bioresidue to Compatibilize Sodium Montmorillonite and Linear Low Density Polyethylene

Cited by 12 publications

References 58 publications

Sustainable Materials with Enhanced Mechanical Properties Based on Industrial Polyhydroxyalkanoates Reinforced with Organomodified Sepiolite and Montmorillonite

Sustainable Materials with Enhanced Mechanical Properties Based on Industrial Polyhydroxyalkanoates Reinforced with Organomodified Sepiolite and Montmorillonite

Protective Low-Density Polyethylene Residues from Prepreg for the Development of New Nanocomposites with Montmorillonite: Recycling and Characterization

Multiscale Characterization of a Wood-Based Biocrude as a Green Compatibilizing Agent for High-Impact Polystyrene/Halloysite Nanotube Nanocomposites

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