Thermomechanical properties and water uptake capacity of soy protein-based bioplastics processed by injection molding

2016 ◽  
Vol 133 (24) ◽  
pp. n/a-n/a ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucía Fernández-Espada ◽  
Carlos Bengoechea ◽  
Felipe Cordobés ◽  
Antonio Guerrero
Keyword(s):  
Injection Molding ◽  
Water Uptake ◽  
Soy Protein ◽  
Thermomechanical Properties ◽  
Uptake Capacity ◽  
Water Uptake Capacity

scholarly journals Strengthening of Porcine Plasma Protein Superabsorbent Materials through a Solubilization-Freeze-Drying Process

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 772
Author(s):  
Estefanía Álvarez-Castillo ◽  
Carlos Bengoechea ◽  
Antonio Guerrero
Keyword(s):  
Water Uptake ◽  
Plasma Protein ◽  
Freeze Drying ◽  
Meat Industry ◽  
Drying Process ◽  
Uptake Capacity ◽  
Water Uptake Capacity ◽  
Protein Flour ◽  
Hydrophilic Materials ◽  
By Products

The replacement of common acrylic derivatives by biodegradable materials in the formulation of superabsorbent materials would lessen the associated environmental impact. Moreover, the use of by-products or biowastes from the food industry that are usually discarded would promote a desired circular economy. The present study deals with the development of superabsorbent materials based on a by-product from the meat industry, namely plasma protein, focusing on the effects of a freeze-drying stage before blending with glycerol and eventual injection molding. More specifically, this freeze-drying stage is carried out either directly on the protein flour or after its solubilization in deionized water (10% w/w). Superabsorbent materials obtained after this solubilization-freeze-drying process display higher Young’s modulus and tensile strength values, without affecting their water uptake capacity. As greater water uptake is commonly related to poorer mechanical properties, the proposed solubilization-freeze-drying process is a useful strategy for producing strengthened hydrophilic materials.

scholarly journals Incorporation of ZnO Nanoparticles into Soy Protein-Based Bioplastics to Improve Their Functional Properties

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 486
Author(s):  
Mercedes Jiménez-Rosado ◽  
Víctor Perez-Puyana ◽  
Pablo Sánchez-Cid ◽  
Antonio Guerrero ◽  
Alberto Romero
Keyword(s):  
Controlled Release ◽  
Environmental Impact ◽  
Soy Protein ◽  
Zno Nanoparticles ◽  
Injection Moulding ◽  
Mould Temperature ◽  
Uptake Capacity ◽  
Nanoparticle Distribution ◽  
Water Uptake Capacity ◽  
Key Factor

The union of nanoscience (nanofertilization) with controlled release bioplastic systems could be a key factor for the improvement of fertilization in horticulture, avoiding excessive contamination and reducing the price of the products found in the current market. In this context, the objective of this work was to incorporate ZnO nanoparticles in soy protein-based bioplastic processed using injection moulding. Thus, the concentration of ZnO nanoparticles (0 wt%, 1.0 wt%, 2.0 wt%, 4.5 wt%) and mould temperature (70 °C, 90 °C and 110 °C) were evaluated through a mechanical (flexural and tensile properties), morphological (microstructure and nanoparticle distribution) and functional (water uptake capacity, micronutrient release and biodegradability) characterization. The results indicate that these parameters play an important role in the final characteristics of the bioplastics, being able to modify them. Ultimately, this study increases the versatility and functionality of the use of bioplastics and nanofertilization in horticulture, helping to prevent the greatest environmental impact caused.

Synthesis and characterization of poly(glycerol sebacate)-based elastomeric copolyesters for tissue engineering applications

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (14) ◽  
pp. 2553-2564 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yating Jia ◽  
Weizhong Wang ◽  
Xiaojun Zhou ◽  
Wei Nie ◽  
Liang Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Water Uptake ◽  
Synthesis And Characterization ◽  
Uptake Capacity ◽  
Engineering Applications ◽  
Water Uptake Capacity

A poly(glycerol sebacate)-based elastomeric copolyesters with improved mechanical properties and higher water uptake capacity.

Enhanced stability and water solubilizing capacity of water-in-oil microemulsions based on protic ionic liquids

2017 ◽  
Vol 19 (38) ◽  
pp. 26132-26144 ◽  
Author(s):  
Akhil Pratap Singh ◽  
Kaushik Kundu ◽  
Vikram Singh ◽  
Ramesh L. Gardas ◽  
Sanjib Senapati
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Stability ◽  
Ionic Liquids ◽  
Water Uptake ◽  
Protic Ionic Liquids ◽  
Uptake Capacity ◽  
Water Uptake Capacity ◽  
Solubilizing Capacity ◽  
Thermal Stability Of ◽  
Enhanced Stability

In view of this limited research on pILs in microemulsions, here we study the formation and characterization of a series of pIL–water/oil microemulsions with specific questions on the effect of pILs on water uptake capacity and thermal stability of W/O microemulsions.

Termination of swelling capacity of smectites by Cutrien exchange

Clay Minerals ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 46 (3) ◽  
pp. 411-420 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Kaufhold ◽  
R. Dohrmann ◽  
K. Ufer ◽  
R. Kleeberg ◽  
H. Stanjek
Keyword(s):  
Water Uptake ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Interlayer Water ◽  
Uptake Capacity ◽  
Fe Content ◽  
Water Uptake Capacity ◽  
Swelling Capacity ◽  
Adsorption Processes ◽  
Interlayer Region

AbstractThe Cu-triethylenetetramine-complex (Cutrien) is one of the commonly used index cations for CEC determination in clay science. Cutrien-exchanged smectites show basal spacings between 13.0 and 13.5 Å after correction for the Lorentz and polarization factors. The full width at half maximum (FWHM) of the d001 reflection is today related to the percentage of tetrahedral charge (beidellitic character) and/or to the Fe content of the smectites. The structural Fe content and the tetrahedral charge correlate, so their individual influence on d001 cannot be resolved. Nevertheless, the FWHM of Cutrien smectites should depend on the charge distribution rather than the Fe content.X-ray diffraction (XRD) and water uptake capacity measurements showed that the interlayer of Cutrien-exchanged smectites does not swell any more, but can take up a few water molecules. Accordingly, the water uptake capacity of the external surface area can be determined independently from the interlayer water uptake capacity. Adjusting the pH of Cutrien-bentonite dispersion to different values allows for the determination of the variable charge.In conclusion, Cutrien exchange of smectites appears to be suitable for the study of external surfaces area related phenomena (e.g. edge adsorption processes) without any influence of the interlayer region.

A significant enhancement of water vapour uptake at low pressure by amine-functionalization of UiO-67

2015 ◽  
Vol 44 (5) ◽  
pp. 2047-2051 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nakeun Ko ◽  
Jisu Hong ◽  
Siyoung Sung ◽  
Kyle E. Cordova ◽  
Hye Jeong Park ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Vapour ◽  
Water Uptake ◽  
Metal Organic Framework ◽  
Significant Enhancement ◽  
Relative Pressure ◽  
Amine Functionalization ◽  
Uptake Capacity ◽  
Water Uptake Capacity ◽  
Metal Organic ◽  
Water Vapour Uptake

The functionalization of the metal–organic framework, UiO-67, with –NH2 groups is proven effective for increasing the water uptake capacity at low relative pressure at 298 K.

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