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The world towards bioeconomy, and Africa towards a reserve for biobased feedstock [PDF]

open access: yes, 2012
Based on a review of the more recent empirical literature, we try to identify the way Africa could better participate to the global bioeconomy. The study suggests that African countries will not benefit much from the new economic order based on ...
Barbier, Bruno, Kpdonou, Rivaldo
core  

Overcoming Challenges in 3D Printing of Polyolefins and Their Composites: A Review on Strategies for Improved Printability and Performance

open access: yesPolymer Engineering &Science, EarlyView.
This review integrates the molecular fundamentals, key challenges, and mitigation strategies in polyolefin 3D printing, focusing on shrinkage, warpage, and adhesion control. It highlights material design approaches using recycled polyolefins and functional fillers to improve printability, mechanical properties, and sustainability in additive ...
Malik Hassan   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Forestry research to support the transition towards a bio-based economy

open access: yesAnnals of Silvicultural Research, 2015
This special issue is dedicated to the celebration of the 92nd anniversary of the Forestry Research Centre of the Italian Agricultural Research Council.
Piermaria Corona
doaj   +1 more source

Monitoring groene grondstoffen [PDF]

open access: yes
Het Platform Groene Grondstoffen heeft een monitoringsmethodiek laten ontwikkelen waarmee het aandeel biomassa dat bijdraagt aan de economie kan worden vastgesteld.
Boonekamp, P.M.   +4 more
core   +1 more source

Molecular Weight–Dependent Reinforcement of Biobased Aromatic Thermoplastic Polyurethanes Using Vegetable Oil Crosslinkers

open access: yesPolymer Engineering &Science, EarlyView.
Strategy for biobased aromatic thermoplastic polyurethanes. ABSTRACT The transition toward sustainable thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPUs) is a key challenge for reducing the carbon footprint for a wide range of applications, from industrial to transportation, including advanced applications such as 3D‐printed sensors and soft actuators.
Héloïse Sauquet   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Sustainability evaluation of high value-added products [PDF]

open access: yes
In this report the authors present a brief overview of the methods that are presently in use for evaluating sustainability. They discuss more deeply the pros and cons of the various methods, with a strong focus on the LCA (Life Cycle Analysis) method ...
Bos, H.L., Meesters, K.P.H.
core   +1 more source

Design and Statistical Optimization of PLA Organoclay‐Based Dispersions for Recyclable Packaging Paper

open access: yesPolymer Engineering &Science, EarlyView.
Through experimental design, polylactic acid (PLA)—organoclay dispersions were optimized to produce biobased coatings that have a high barrier potential while maintaining repulpability, promoting sustainable packaging solutions. ABSTRACT Performance and recyclability of paper coatings depend on precise control of polymer, surfactant, filler ...
Abdenour Chenni   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Hardwood-derived Cellulose Nanofibrils and Micro-Fibrillated Cellulose via Fenton Pretreatment: Issues of Fiber Fragmentation and Coating Performance

open access: yesBioResources
A novel cellulose nano material was prepared through a controlled Fenton oxidation process utilizing hydrogen peroxide and ferrous ions. The reaction parameters enabled ferrous-catalyzed oxidation, which combined with mechanical treatment resulted in an ...
Morassa Raouf   +2 more
doaj  

Background information and biorefinery status, potential and Sustainability: Task 2.1.2 Market and Consumers; Carbohydrates [PDF]

open access: yes
This report was produced to give an overview of present and future market for biorefinery products based on carbohydrates. Various studies show that there is a wealth of possible molecules and products that can be produced from carbohydrates ...
Annevelink, E.   +2 more
core   +1 more source

A Sustainable Approach to Ink Colorant Removal Using Modified Cellulose From Wastepaper

open access: yesPolymer Engineering &Science, EarlyView.
Schematic illustration of converting waste paper into cellulose microfibers, fabrication of cellulose‐based hydrogel, and its application for ink removal. ABSTRACT This study reports the fabrication of cellulose‐based hydrogels for ink pigment removal using hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) and cellulose fibers (CF) recovered from office wastepaper ...
Filiz Kara   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

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