From microstructure to mechanical properties of compatibilized polylactide/thermoplastic starch blends

2017 ◽  
Vol 134 (16) ◽  
Author(s):  
Seyed Ali Nezamzadeh ◽  
Zahed Ahmadi ◽  
Faramarz Afshari Taromi
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Thermoplastic Starch ◽  
Starch Blends

Mechanical Properties of Poly(lactic acid) / Thermoplastic Starch Blends Crosslinked by Gamma Radiation

2013 ◽  
Vol 781-784 ◽  
pp. 467-470 ◽  
Author(s):  
Siriruck Kalapakdee ◽  
Thirawudh Pongprayoon ◽  
Kasinee Hemvichian ◽  
Phiriyatorn Suwanmala ◽  
Wararat Kangsumrith
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Lactic Acid ◽  
Gamma Radiation ◽  
Crosslinking Agent ◽  
Thermoplastic Starch ◽  
Poly Lactic Acid ◽  
Optimum Dose ◽  
Gel Fraction ◽  
Twin Screw ◽  
Starch Blends

This research aims to determine the influences of radiation-induced crosslinking on the mechanical properties of polymer blends between poly (lactic acid) (PLA) and thermoplastic starch (TPS). PLA and TPS were mixed at different ratios (90:10, 80:20, 70:30, 60:40) in the presence of a crosslinking agent using a twin screw extruder. The blends were compression molded into films. The film samples were irradiated by gamma radiation at different doses. Gel fraction was used to determine crosslinking efficiency. Results showed that gamma radiation was able to induce crosslinking for PLA/TPS blends. The gel fraction and mechanical properties decreased with increasing TPS content. The optimum ratio of PLA:TPS with the maximum gel fraction and mechanical properties was 90:10 and the optimum dose was 40 kGy by gamma radiation.

Blends containing poly(hydroxybutyrate-co-12%-hydroxyvalerate) and thermoplastic starch

1995 ◽  
Vol 41 (13) ◽  
pp. 323-328 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. Verhoogt ◽  
N. St-Pierre ◽  
F. S. Truchon ◽  
B. A. Ramsay ◽  
B. D. Favis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Elevated Temperatures ◽  
Thermoplastic Starch ◽  
Starch Granules ◽  
Biodegradable Composites ◽  
Morphological Studies ◽  
Flexible Material ◽  
Starch Blends ◽  
Dispersed Phases ◽  
Two Phases

Poly(hydroxyalkanoates) form biodegradable composites when blended with starch granules but the mechanical properties are poor. Unlike starch granules, thermoplastic starch is a flexible material that can be reprocessed at elevated temperatures. Mixing thermoplastic starch with poly(hydroxybutyrate-co-12%-hydroxyvalerate) resulted in a true blend in which the starch phase was also deformed. Nevertheless, the blends were still brittle despite the presence of the flexible starch phase. Morphological studies showed that the shapes of the dispersed phases in these blends were irregular and that the sizes were large owing to a large difference in viscosity between the two phases in the melt and inadequate shear during processing. Thermal analysis of the blends and starting polymers showed no indication of any interaction between the two polymers. Even if there is no compatibility between the two phases, improved mechanical properties may be obtained by optimizing the blend morphology during processing.Key words: P(HB-co-12%-HV), thermoplastic starch, blends.

PLLA and cassava thermoplastic starch blends: crystalinity, mechanical properties, and UV degradation

2021 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
César López ◽  
Kiryl Medina ◽  
Rosa D´Ambrosio ◽  
Rose Mary Michell
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Thermoplastic Starch ◽  
Uv Degradation ◽  
Starch Blends

scholarly journals Study of the Preparation and Properties of TPS/PBSA/PLA Biodegradable Composites

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 48
Author(s):  
Yuxuan Wang ◽  
Yuke Zhong ◽  
Qifeng Shi ◽  
Sen Guo
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Heat Resistance ◽  
Thermoplastic Starch ◽  
Sem Analysis ◽  
Infrared Spectrometry ◽  
Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometry ◽  
Melt Mixing ◽  
Two Phase ◽  
Biodegradable Composites ◽  
Phase Compatibility

Thermoplastic starch/butyl glycol ester copolymer/polylactic acid (TPS/PBSA/PLA) biodegradable composites were prepared by melt-mixing. The structure, microstructure, mechanical properties and heat resistance of the TPS/PBSA/PLA composites were studied by Fourier-transform infrared spectrometry (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), tensile test and thermogravimetry tests, respectively. The results showed that PBSA or PLA could bind to TPS by hydrogen bonding. SEM analysis showed that the composite represents an excellent dispersion and satisfied two-phase compatibility when the PLA, TPS and PBSA blended by a mass ration of 10, 30, and 60. The mechanical properties and the heat resistance of TPS/PBSA/PLA composite were improved by adding PLA with content less than 10%, according to the testing results.

scholarly journals Effect of Sago Starch Modifications on Polystyrene/Thermoplastic Starch Blends

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (11) ◽  
pp. 2867
Author(s):  
Mohamad Kahar Ab Wahab ◽  
Halimatul Syahirah Mohamad ◽  
Elammaran Jayamani ◽  
Hanafi Ismail ◽  
Izabela Wnuk ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ascorbic Acid ◽  
Succinic Anhydride ◽  
Void Formation ◽  
Thermoplastic Starch ◽  
Sago Starch ◽  
Second Stage ◽  
Starch Blends ◽  
Three Stages ◽  
Blending Process ◽  
Starch Modifications

The preparation of polystyrene/thermoplastic starch (PS/TPS) blends was divided into three stages. The first stage involved the preparation of TPS from sago starch. Then, for the second stage, PS was blended with TPS to produce a TPS/PS blend. The ratios of the TPS/PS blend were 20:80, 40:60, 60:40, and 80:20. The final stage was a modification of the composition of TPS/PS blends with succinic anhydride and ascorbic acid treatment. Both untreated and treated blends were characterized by their physical, thermal, and surface morphology properties. The obtained results indicate that modified blends have better tensile strength as the adhesion between TPS and PS was improved. This can be observed from SEM micrographs, as modified blends with succinic anhydride and ascorbic acid had smaller TPS dispersion in PS/TPS blends. The micrograph showed that there was no agglomeration and void formation in the TPS/PS blending process. Furthermore, modified blends show better thermal stability, as proved by thermogravimetric analysis. Water uptake into the TPS/PS blends also decreased after the modifications, and the structural analysis showed the formation of a new peak after the modification process.

scholarly journals Ecofriendly Preparation and Characterization of a Cassava Starch/Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate Film

Processes ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 329
Author(s):  
Tan Yi ◽  
Minghui Qi ◽  
Qi Mo ◽  
Lijie Huang ◽  
Hanyu Zhao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Contact Angle ◽  
Water Vapor ◽  
Composite Film ◽  
Water Absorption ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Thermoplastic Starch ◽  
Light Transmittance ◽  
Infrared Spectrometry ◽  
Nano Zno

Composite films of polybutylene adipate terephthalate (PBAT) were prepared by adding thermoplastic starch (TPS) (TPS/PBAT) and nano-zinc oxide (nano-ZnO) (TPS/PBAT/nano-ZnO). The changes of surface morphology, thermal properties, crystal types and functional groups of starch during plasticization were analyzed by scanning electron microscopy, synchronous thermal analysis, X-ray diffraction, infrared spectrometry, mechanical property tests, and contact Angle and transmittance tests. The relationship between the addition of TPS and the tensile strength, transmittance, contact angle, water absorption, and water vapor barrier of the composite film, and the influence of nano-ZnO on the mechanical properties and contact angle of the 10% TPS/PBAT composite film. Experimental results show that, after plasticizing, the crystalline form of starch changed from A-type to V-type, the functional group changed and the lipophilicity increased; the increase of TPS content, the light transmittance and mechanical properties of the composite membrane decreased, while the water vapor transmittance and water absorption increased. The mechanical properties of the composite can be significantly improved by adding nano-ZnO at a lower concentration (optimum content is 1 wt%).

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