scholarly journals Preparation and Barrier Properties of Chitosan-Layered Silicate Nanocomposite Films

2010 ◽  
Vol 298 (1) ◽  
pp. 91-98 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hale Oguzlu ◽  
Funda Tihminlioglu
Keyword(s):  
Layered Silicate ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Nanocomposite Films

Effect of Coupling Agent on the Dispersion of PETG Montmorillonite Nanocomposite films.

2003 ◽  
Vol 791 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ajit Ranade ◽  
Nandika D'Souza ◽  
Bruce Gnade ◽  
Christopher Thellen ◽  
Caitlin Orroth ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Stability ◽  
Glass Transition ◽  
Food Packaging ◽  
Amorphous Polymer ◽  
High Vacuum ◽  
Layered Silicate ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Nanocomposite Films ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Nano Technology

ABSTRACTPolyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG) is a clear amorphous polymer, which is extensively used in flexible packaging. The dual packaging requirements of recyclability and long-term shelf life are often difficult to achieve. Meeting these needs become more urgent when considering food packaging for large volumes of soldiers positioned in different parts of the world. Our approach is to develop a high barrier PET packaging system via the Montmorillonite layered silicate (MLS) based nano technology. Prior research has indicated the significant impact of the polymer crystalline regions on the properties of the resultant nanocomposite. Therefore we must first investigate the amorphous PETG. We must also investigate the influence of increased matrix polarity on dispersion of the PETG by incorporating maleic anhydride (MA) onto the PETG backbone. The influence of the clay concentration and maleation are independently investigated. The glass transition of the as-processed and annealed samples are analyzed using Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) while the thermal stability is determined using Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA). Testing showed a slight depression in the glass transition temperature of PETG film when the MLS is introduced into the system. The nanocomposite films also demonstrated a lower thermal stability in relation to the neat PETG films. The barrier properties were determined on an in-house built calibration unit based on atomic mobility under high vacuum. X-ray diffraction and TEM were utilized to determine the dispersion of the MLS in PETG. The results indicate that the dispersion was concentration independent but maleation of the PETG led to a slight decrease in agglomeration. An increased ultimate tensile strength and modulus was observed in PETG nanocomposites. The barrier properties were improved by incorporating the MLS into the system. Maleation of the PETG resulted in significant yellowing of the nanocomposites.

Improved mechanical and barrier properties of low-density polyethylene nanocomposite films by incorporating hydrophobic graphene oxide nanosheets

RSC Advances ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (98) ◽  
pp. 80739-80748 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hua-Dong Huang ◽  
Sheng-Yang Zhou ◽  
Peng-Gang Ren ◽  
Xu Ji ◽  
Zhong-Ming Li
Keyword(s):  
Graphene Oxide ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Nanocomposite Films ◽  
Low Density Polyethylene ◽  
Packaging Materials ◽  
Low Density ◽  
Graphene Oxide Nanosheets

The successful conversion from hydrophilic GONSs to hydrophobic ODA–GONSs imparts LDPE nanocomposite films with enhanced mechanical and barrier performances for potential packaging materials.

scholarly journals Release of Graphene and Carbon Nanotubes from Biodegradable Poly(Lactic Acid) Films during Degradation and Combustion: Risk Associated with the End-of-Life of Nanocomposite Food Packaging Materials

Materials ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 2346 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stanislav Kotsilkov ◽  
Evgeni Ivanov ◽  
Nikolay Vitanov
Keyword(s):  
Risk Assessment ◽  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Lactic Acid ◽  
Food Packaging ◽  
Safety Concern ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Nanocomposite Films ◽  
Poly Lactic Acid ◽  
Qualitative Risk Assessment ◽  
The Matrix

Nanoparticles of graphene and carbon nanotubes are attractive materials for the improvement of mechanical and barrier properties and for the functionality of biodegradable polymers for packaging applications. However, the increase of the manufacture and consumption increases the probability of exposure of humans and the environment to such nanomaterials; this brings up questions about the risks of nanomaterials, since they can be toxic. For a risk assessment, it is crucial to know whether airborne nanoparticles of graphene and carbon nanotubes can be released from nanocomposites into the environment at their end-life, or whether they remain embedded in the matrix. In this work, the release of graphene and carbon nanotubes from the poly(lactic) acid nanocomposite films were studied for the scenarios of: (i) biodegradation of the matrix polymer at the disposal of wastes; and (ii) combustion and fire of nanocomposite wastes. Thermogravimetric analysis in air atmosphere, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), atomic force microscopy (AFM) and scanning electron microscope (SEM) were used to verify the release of nanoparticles from nanocomposite films. The three factors model was applied for the quantitative and qualitative risk assessment of the release of graphene and carbon nanotubes from nanocomposite wastes for these scenarios. Safety concern is discussed in respect to the existing regulations for nanowaste stream.

scholarly journals Cellulose Nanocrystal Reinforced Chitosan Based UV Barrier Composite Films for Sustainable Packaging

Polymers ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mithilesh Yadav ◽  
Kartik Behera ◽  
Yen-Hsiang Chang ◽  
Fang-Chyou Chiu
Keyword(s):  
Food Industry ◽  
Water Solubility ◽  
Moisture Absorption ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Cellulose Nanocrystal ◽  
Nanocomposite Films ◽  
Green Composite ◽  
Vapor Permeation ◽  
Sustainable Packaging

In this study, green composite films based on cellulose nanocrystal/chitosan (CNC/CS) were fabricated by solution casting. FTIR, XRD, SEM, and TEM characterizations were conducted to determine the structure and morphology of the prepared films. The addition of only 4 wt.% CNC in the CS film improved the tensile strength and Young’s modulus by up to 39% and 78%, respectively. Depending on CNC content, the moisture absorption decreased by 34.1–24.2% and the water solubility decreased by 35.7–26.5% for the composite films compared with neat CS film. The water vapor permeation decreased from 3.83 × 10−11 to 2.41 × 10−11 gm−1 s−1Pa−1 in the CS-based films loaded with (0–8 wt.%) CNC. The water and UV barrier properties of the composite films showed better performance than those of neat CS film. Results suggested that CNC/CS nanocomposite films can be used as a sustainable packaging material in the food industry.

Use of gamma rays to improve the mechanical and barrier properties of biodegradable cellulose acetate nanocomposite films

2018 ◽  
Vol 153 ◽  
pp. 180-187 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hassan Abd El-Rehim ◽  
Hanaa Kamal ◽  
El-Sayed A. Hegazy ◽  
El-Sayed Soliman ◽  
Asmaa Sayed
Keyword(s):  
Cellulose Acetate ◽  
Gamma Rays ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Nanocomposite Films

scholarly journals Improving Thermal, Mechanical, and Barrier Properties of Feather Keratin/Polyvinyl Alcohol/Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane Nanocomposite Films by Incorporating Sodium Montmorillonite and TiO2

Nanomaterials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 298 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shufang Wu ◽  
Xunjun Chen ◽  
Minghao Yi ◽  
Jianfang Ge ◽  
Guoqiang Yin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Polyvinyl Alcohol ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Water Vapor Permeability ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Nanocomposite Films ◽  
Light Transmittance ◽  
Vapor Permeability ◽  
Hydroxyl Groups ◽  
Sodium Montmorillonite ◽  
Feather Keratin

In this study, feather keratin/polyvinyl alcohol/tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane (FK/PVA/Tris) bionanocomposite films containing two types of nanoparticles, namely one-dimensional sodium montmorillonite (MMT) clay platelets (0.5, 1, 3, and 5 wt%) and three-dimensional TiO2 nanospheres (0.5, 1, 3, and 5 wt%), are prepared using solvent casting method. X-ray diffraction studies confirm the completely exfoliated structure of FK/PVA/Tris/MMT nanocomposites. The successful formation of new hydrogen bonds between the hydroxyl groups of the film matrix and the nanofillers is confirmed by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. The tensile strength, elongation at break, and initial degradation temperature of the films are enhanced after MMT and TiO2 incorporation. The water vapor permeability, oxygen permeability, and light transmittance decrease with increase in TiO2 and MMT contents. In summary, nanoblending is an effective method to promote the application of FK/PVA/Tris blend films in the packaging field.

Preparation and Properties Research of Modified Nano-ZnO/HDPE Composite Films

2010 ◽  
Vol 174 ◽  
pp. 450-453 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ya Na Li ◽  
Kyong Ho Cha ◽  
Qing Hui He
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Water Vapor ◽  
Zno Nanoparticles ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Nanocomposite Films ◽  
Melt Blending ◽  
Molding Process ◽  
Nano Zno ◽  
Modified Zno Nanoparticles

Nanocomposite films of ZnO/HDPE were prepared via melt blending and hot compression molding process. The morphology, DSC, mechanical and barrier properties of the films were investigated. The results showed that a better dispersion of modified nanoparticles at content of 0.5wt% in HDPE matrix occurred and the improvement of the HDPE films in tensile strength and tear strength was achieved by incorporating modified-ZnO nanoparticles up to 0.5wt% in contrast with the original nano-ZnO/HDPE composite films. It was also found that the addition of modified nano-ZnO to neat HDPE caused to increase crystallinity and enhance the barrier property of nano-ZnO/HDPE composite films against water vapor and oxygen.

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