scholarly journals Poly(lactic acid)–Poly(butylene succinate)–Sugar Beet Pulp Composites; Part II: Water Absorption Characteristics with Fine and Coarse Sugar Beet Pulp Particles; A Phenomenological Investigation

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (20) ◽  
pp. 3558
Author(s):  
Rodion Kopitzky
Keyword(s):  
Sugar Beet ◽  
Water Absorption ◽  
Time Scale ◽  
Absorption Capacity ◽  
Sugar Beet Pulp ◽  
Poly Lactic Acid ◽  
General Description ◽  
Water Absorption Capacity ◽  
Water Binding ◽  
Beet Pulp

Sugar beet pulp (SBP) is a residue available in large quantities from the sugar industry, and can serve as a cost-effective bio-based and biodegradable filler for fully bio-based compounds containing bio-based polyesters. The composition of SBP is characterized by an unusually high content of pectins, which are known as water-binding substances. Their molecular structure and the poor gelling properties, compared to other pectin sources, do not allow industrial use on a larger scale. However, good water absorption capacity can be advantageous for promoting plastics degradation or disintegration in the environment. In this study, we evaluated the water absorption capacity and processes of SBP-filled composites with bio-based polyesters on a longer time scale. We analyzed water absorption from a phenomenological point of view and tried to derive basic parameters for the general description of the composites behavior. We found that polar polyesters or polyester blends filled with higher amounts of especially coarse SBP suffer disintegration within a few weeks when supplied with sufficient water. On the other hand, less polar polyesters filled with fine SBP rather absorb water but do not show disintegration for several months. On a time scale of a few years, catalytic disintegration of the composites appears to be independent of the addition of SBP.

The effect of sugar beet fiber addition on the chemical properties of tortilla chips

2012 ◽  
pp. 385-388 ◽  
Author(s):  
Azadeh Saadatmandi ◽  
Mohammad Elahi ◽  
Reza Farhoosh ◽  
Mahdi Karimi
Keyword(s):  
Sugar Beet ◽  
Water Absorption ◽  
Protein Content ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Absorption Capacity ◽  
Ash Content ◽  
Oil Absorption ◽  
Water Absorption Capacity ◽  
Overall Acceptability ◽  
Tortilla Chips

The incorporation of sugar beet fiber (0–5%) to tortilla chips and the effects on the chemical and sensory properties were studied. Addition of sugar beet fiber (SBF) led to an increasing of water absorption capacity, ash content and darkness while lowering the protein content and oil absorption. Sensory evaluation showed that the overall acceptability of tortilla chips reduces if adding more than 2% SBF.

scholarly journals Poly(Lactic Acid)–Poly(Butylene Succinate)–Sugar Beet Pulp Composites; Part I: Mechanics of Composites with Fine and Coarse Sugar Beet Pulp Particles

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (15) ◽  
pp. 2531
Author(s):  
Rodion Kopitzky
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Lactic Acid ◽  
Sugar Beet ◽  
Cell Structure ◽  
Sugar Beet Pulp ◽  
Poly Lactic Acid ◽  
Butylene Succinate ◽  
Fracture Patterns ◽  
Beet Pulp ◽  
The Impact

Sugar beet pulp (SBP) is a residue available in large quantities from the sugar industry, and can serve as a cost-effective bio-based and biodegradable filler for fully bio-based compounds based on bio-based polyesters. The heterogeneous cell structure of sugar beet suggests that the processing of SBP can affect the properties of the composite. An “Ultra-Rotor” type air turbulence mill was used to produce SBP particles of different sizes. These particles were processed in a twin-screw extruder with poly(lactic acid) (PLA) and poly(butylene succinate) (PBS) and fillers to granules for possible marketable formulations. Different screw designs, compatibilizers and the use of glycerol as a thermoplasticization agent for SBP were also tested. The spherical, cubic, or ellipsoidal-like shaped particles of SBP are not suitable for usage as a fiber-like reinforcement. In addition, the fineness of ground SBP affects the mechanical properties because (i) a high proportion of polar surfaces leads to poor compatibility, and (ii) due to the inner structure of the particulate matter, the strength of the composite is limited to the cohesive strength of compressed sugar-cell compartments of the SBP. The compatibilization of the polymer–matrix–particle interface can be achieved by using compatibilizers of different types. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) fracture patterns show that the compatibilization can lead to both well-bonded particles and cohesive fracture patterns in the matrix. Nevertheless, the mechanical properties are limited by the impact and elongation behavior. Therefore, the applications of SBP-based composites must be well considered.

Biodegradable Composites from Sugar Beet Pulp and Poly(lactic acid)

2005 ◽  
Vol 53 (23) ◽  
pp. 9017-9022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Liu ◽  
Marshall L. Fishman ◽  
Kevin B. Hicks ◽  
Cheng-Kung Liu
Keyword(s):  
Lactic Acid ◽  
Sugar Beet ◽  
Sugar Beet Pulp ◽  
Poly Lactic Acid ◽  
Biodegradable Composites ◽  
Beet Pulp

Green Composites from Sugar Beet Pulp and Poly(lactic acid): Structural and Mechanical Characterization

2007 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 323-330 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. S. Liu ◽  
V. L. Finkenstadt ◽  
C.-K. Liu ◽  
D. R. Coffin ◽  
J. L. Willett ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lactic Acid ◽  
Sugar Beet ◽  
Mechanical Characterization ◽  
Sugar Beet Pulp ◽  
Poly Lactic Acid ◽  
Green Composites ◽  
Beet Pulp

Evaluation of Poly(lactic acid) and Sugar Beet Pulp Green Composites

2006 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Victoria L. Finkenstadt ◽  
LinShu Liu ◽  
J. L. Willett
Keyword(s):  
Lactic Acid ◽  
Sugar Beet ◽  
Sugar Beet Pulp ◽  
Poly Lactic Acid ◽  
Green Composites ◽  
Beet Pulp

Obtaining of sorbing material based on sugar beet pulp

2019 ◽  
pp. 10-16
Author(s):  
S.V. Meshcheryakov ◽  
◽  
I.S. Eremin ◽  
D.O. Sidorenko ◽  
M.S. Kotelev ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sugar Beet ◽  
Sugar Beet Pulp ◽  
Beet Pulp

Kinetic and thermodynamic study of the adsorption of calcium onto sugar beet pulp

2016 ◽  
pp. 565-570
Author(s):  
Huang Qin ◽  
Zhu Si-ming ◽  
Zeng Di ◽  
Yu Shu-juan
Keyword(s):  
Sugar Beet ◽  
Adsorption Equilibrium ◽  
Ph Value ◽  
Hard Water ◽  
Sugar Beet Pulp ◽  
Order Kinetic ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Isotherm Equation ◽  
Equilibrium Data ◽  
Beet Pulp

Sugar beet pulp (SBP) was used as low value adsorbent for the removal of calcium from hard water. Batch experiments were conducted to determine the factors affecting adsorption of the process such as pH value and Ca concentration. The adsorption equilibrium of Ca2+ by the SBP is reached after 100min and a pseudo second-order kinetic model can describe the adsorption process. The initial concentrations of Ca varied from 927 to 1127mgCa2+/L. A dose of 30g/L sugar beet pulp was sufficient for the optimum removal of calcium. The overall uptake of Ca ions by sugar beet pulp has its maximum at pH=8. The adsorption equilibrium data fitted well with the Langmuir adsorption isotherm equation.

Possibilities of joint treatment of spent sugar beet pulp and waste water from a sugar factory

2012 ◽  
pp. 756-761 ◽  
Author(s):  
Miroslav Hutnan ◽  
Štefan Tóth ◽  
Igor Bodík ◽  
Nina Kolesárová ◽  
Michal Lazor ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Wastewater Treatment ◽  
Sugar Beet ◽  
Pilot Plant ◽  
Biogas Production ◽  
Sugar Beet Pulp ◽  
Spare Capacity ◽  
Anaerobic Reactor ◽  
Sugar Factory ◽  
Beet Pulp ◽  
Joint Treatment

The possibility of joint treatment of spent sugar beet pulp and wastewater from a sugar factory was studied in this work. Works focused on processing of spent sugar beet pulp separately or together with other substrates can be found in the literature. In the case of some sugar factories, which have spare capacity in the anaerobic reactor on an anaerobic-aerobic wastewater treatment plant, joint processing of spent sugar beet pulp and wastewater from the sugar factory might be an interesting option. The results of the operation of a pilot plant of an anaerobic reactor with a capacity of 3.5 m3 are discussed. Operation of the pilot plant confirmed the possibility of cofermentation of these materials. The organic loading rate achieved in the anaerobic reactor was higher than 6 kg/(m3·d) (COD), while more than half of the load was provided by spent sugar beet pulp. The addition of sugar beet pulp decreased the concentration of ammonia nitrogen in the anaerobic reactor and it was even necessary to add nitrogen. However, the nitrogen content in sludge water depends on the C:N ratio in the processed sugar beet pulp, therefore this knowledge cannot be generalized. About 1.5 to 2-fold biogas production can be expected from the cofermentation of wastewater with sugar beet pulp in an anaerobic reactor, compared with the biogas production from just wastewater treatment.

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