Changes in thermal stability of lignocelluloses waste aggregates long-term incorporated in composite

This paper is addressed to comparative study of changes in thermal stability of surface-modified hemp-hurds aggregates long-term incorporated in bio-aggregate-based composites with the original ones before their integration into alternative binder matrix. In this study, the effectiveness of alkaline treatment of hemp hurds compared to the raw bio-aggregates as well as in relation to their behaviour when they are long-term incorporated in the MgO-cement environment is investigated. The differences in the thermal behaviour of the samples are explained by the changed structure of hemp hurds constituents due to the pre-treatment and long-term action of the alternative binder components on the bio-aggregates. Alkaline treatment increases thermal stability of hemp hurds compared to raw sample. Also long-term incorporation of hemp hurds in MgO-cement matrix had a similar effect in case of alkaline modified bio-aggregates. The more alkali ions present in the structure of hemp hurdssamples, the more ash is formed during their thermal decomposition studied by thermal gravimetry (TG) and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC).

Dynamic–Mechanical and Decomposition Properties of Flax/Basalt Hybrid Laminates Based on an Epoxidized Linseed Oil Polymer

This contribution focuses on the development of flax and flax/basalt hybrid reinforced composites based on epoxidized linseed oil (ELO) resin, exploiting the feasibility of different ratios of glutaric anhydride (GA) to maleinized linseed oil (MLO) in the hardener system (50:0, 40:10 and 30:20 wt.%) to provide crosslinked thermosets with balanced properties. The hybrid laminates have been manufactured by resin transfer molding (RTM) and subjected to dynamic–mechanical (DMA) and thermal gravimetry (TGA) analysis. The presence of glutaric anhydride (GA) resulted in hard and relatively brittle flax and flax/basalt laminates, whose loss moduli decreased as the number of basalt plies diminished. Furthermore, the increase in MLO content in the GA:MLO hardener system shifted the glass transition temperatures (Tg) from 70 °C to 59 and 56 °C, which is representative of a decrease in brittleness of the crosslinked resin. All samples exhibited two stages of their decomposition process irrespective of the MLO content. The latter influenced the residual mass content that increased with the increase of the MLO wt.% from 10 to 30 wt.%, with shifts of the final degradation temperatures from 410 °C to 425 °C and 445 °C, respectively.

Specific Heat Capacity Estimations for Biologically and Medicinally Important Compounds: Lidocaine Hydrochloride, Clove Oil and Piperine using DSC Technique

Aims: To study the specific heat capacity for biologically and medicinally important compounds, namely, lidocaine hydrochloride, clove oil and brta-Piperine using DSC technique. Background: One of the main problems in the science of medicine is the application of drug molecules with limited solubility in water and in biofluids. Solubility is related to chemical potential of the solutes involved which imparts free energy avenues, a necessary requirement for equilibrium processes. The convincing solutions for solving this issue are the utilization of ionic liquids as drug. Lidocaine is the most widely utilized intraoral injected dental anesthetic prior to performing painful medical procedures. Besides that, lidocaine hydrochloride is a salt which is having melting point 76 0C (349 K) and behaves as ionic liquid after melting. Clove oil and β-piperine are very well-known naturally occurring medicinal compounds having broad spectrum of applications. Objective: To study the thermal gravimetry analysis behaviour for lidocaine hydrochloride, clove oil and β-piperine. To compute specific heat capacity at constant pressure, as a function of temperature for the studied systems. Method: In the present communication, the studies of thermal gravimetry analysis (TGA) and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) for these compounds are described. The data of heat flow have been utilized to obtain specific heat capacity (Cp) values for lidocaine hydrochloride, clove oil and β-piperine over a temperature range in between 75 0C (348 K) and 155 0C (428 K) based upon the methodology we have developed. Result: The data of heat flow have been utilized to obtain specific heat capacity (Cp) values for lidocaine hydrochloride, clove oil and β-piperine over a temperature range in between 75 0C (348 K) and 155 0C (428 K) based upon the methodology we have developed. Conclusion: LC•HCl behaves as an ionic liquid between 76 and 230 0C (349 and 503 K). Clove oil is having lower specific heat capacity values and is similar to other organic aromatic compounds while piperine exhibits comparative high specific heat capacity values indicating possibilities of intramolecular hydrogen bonding which is generally not affected by temperature.

DSC/TG and SEM Studies of Synthesized Potassium Sulphamate (PS) and Potassium Dinitramide (KDN) Crystals

In the present paper, thermal decomposition and crystal researches of synthesized potassium sulphamate (PS) and potassium dinitramide (KDN) crystals were studied using differential scanning calorimetry/ thermal gravimetry (DSC/TG) and scanning electron microscope (SEM) techniques, respectively. Initially, PS crystals were synthesized using sulphamic acid and potassium hydroxide pellets. Afterwards, PS crystals were used for synthesizing potassium dinitramide (KDN) crystals by the nitration of PS in sulfuric and nitric acid mixture. One sample of PS was used for studying DSC/TG curves, while three samples of KDN crystals were used for the studying DSC/TG curves. The three samples of KDN crystals which were used in the present studies are, a) stored KDN (1 month), b) stored KDN (2 months), and c) washed KDN. All the obtained DSC/TG curves of three KDN crystals are dissimilar to each other, and the probable reasons for this dissimilarity are discussed in the manuscript. For further clarifications, TG curve of KN was compared with the TG curves of three samples of KDN used in the present study. It was observed that, while storage, KDN slowly converts into KN with some rate which gradually changes the physical and chemical properties of KDN.

RATIONAL USE OF ELEMENTAL POTENTIAL OF COALS OF PAVLOVSKY DEPOSIT (PRIMORYE)

X-ray diffractometry, X-ray fluorescence and ICP-MS spectrometry were used to study the phase and elemental compositions of the energetic coals of the Pavlovsky brown coal deposit and their ash-forming compounds. The results of spectral analysis methods are supplemented with data of thermal gravimetry, elemental analysis of OM and scanning electron microscopy. The metal-bearing potential of the coal energy coals and the prospects for the associated extraction of useful components have been estimated. A set of analytical methods is proposed for the rapid assessment of the content of valuable and significant elements in solid fossil fuels for the purpose of integrated development of coal deposits.

Amorphous Mo5O14-Type/Carbon Nanocomposite with Enhanced Electrochemical Capability for Lithium-Ion Batteries

An amorphous MomO3m−1/carbon nanocomposite (m ≈ 5) is fabricated from a citrate–gel precursor heated at moderate temperature (500 °C) in inert (argon) atmosphere. The as-prepared Mo5O14-type/C material is compared to α-MoO3 synthesized from the same precursor in air. The morphology and microstructure of the as-prepared samples are characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and Raman scattering (RS) spectroscopy. Thermal gravimetry and elemental analysis indicate the presence of 25.8 ± 0.2% of carbon in the composite. The SEM images show that Mo5O14 is immersed inside a honeycomb-like carbon matrix providing high surface area. The RS spectrum of Mo5O14/C demonstrates an oxygen deficiency in the molybdenum oxide and the presence of a partially graphitized carbon. Outstanding improvement in electrochemical performance is obtained for the Mo5O14 encapsulated by carbon in comparison with the carbon-free MoO3.

Analisis Energi Aktivasi Pada Variasi Kecepatan Udara Dan Laju Reaksi Pembakaran Briket Limbah Kelapa Tua, Kelapa Muda Dan Kakao

The purpose of this study was to obtain activation energy with the rate of combustion air, reduced mass weight and reaction rate of combustion of charcoal briquettes from biomass waste of old coconut, young coconut, cacao waste with carbonization at a temperature of 400oC, for 30, 60, 90 and 120 minutes. The study was conducted in a laboratory, with 3 (three) repetitions. The study was carried out by sorting raw materials, chopping, drying, carbonizing, grinding, sifting, adding tapioca glue to print, and pressing at 115 kg / cm2. The results of the briquette were analyzed for heat, the highest calorific value of old coconut waste, young coconut, cocoa waste was analyzed for activation energy during the combustion process using DSC by varying the air heating rate of 20, 30, 40 ml / minute. The highest yield of old coconut briquette heating value is 6,927 cal/g with 90 minutes carbonization time. The lowest activation energy is 133.20 joules / gram on old coconut briquettes with an air speed of 40 ml / minute. In the rate of combustion reaction by thermogravimetry with Thermal Gravimetry Analyzer (TGA), the greatest reduction in mass weight on old coconut waste briquettes compared to young coconut and cocoa waste briquettes was 55.34% from 590.5 oC to 599.2 oC.

Ecological Ammonium Thiocyanate-Modified Geopolymeric Coating for Flame-Retarding Plywood

An ecological ammonium thiocyanate (NH4SCN)-modified geopolymeric coating was facilely prepared for flame-retarding plywood. The effect of NH4SCN on the flame resistance was preliminarily investigated using cone calorimeter (CC), scanning electron microscope (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and thermal gravimetry (TG). The results show that 1 wt.% NH4SCN as dopant is of paramount importance to generate a compact and continuous coating. The formation of a smooth, intact, and uniform-swelling siliceous layer during combustion facilitates enhanced fire resistance, evidenced by the increased fire performance index (FPI), reduced fire growth index (FGI), and 39.7% decreased value of peak heat release rate (pHRR), in comparison to those of the sample without NH4SCN. Because of the reducibility of O2-consuming NH4SCN, the compact shielding-layer containing carbonate and sulfate, as well as the release of NH3, the NH4SCN-modified geopolymeric coating exerts an enhancement on the flame-retardant efficiency.

Reinforcing 3D print methacrylate resin/cellulose nanocrystal composites: Effect of cellulose nanocrystal modification

Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) were modified with methyl methacrylate (MMA) to improve the properties of the resulting three-dimensional (3D) stereolithography printed CNC/methacrylate (MA) resin composites. The dispersibility of the MMA-modified CNCs (MMA-CNCs) was substantially improved, as evidenced by the limited precipitation in the MA solution. Thermal gravimetry and differential scanning calorimetry measurements showed that the pyrolytic temperature of the MMA-CNC was 110 °C higher than that of the CNCs; the pyrolytic temperature and glass transition temperature of the resulting MMA-CNC/MA composites were higher than those of the CNC/MA. The tensile strength and modulus of the MMA-CNC/MA composites were improved by up to 38.3 MPa and 3.07 GPa, respectively, compared to those of the CNC/MA composites. These results demonstrated that the modification of CNC with MMA is a feasible approach to substantially improve the mechanical properties and thermal stability of the resulting MA-based composites.

Electrospun Polyvinyl Alcohol/d-Limonene Fibers Prepared by Ultrasonic Processing for Antibacterial Active Packaging Material

Novel fibers containing different ratios of PVA and d-limonene were fabricated using electrospinning for antibacterial active packaging applications. The PVA/d-limonene fibers were thoroughly characterized using a scanning electron microscope, fourier-transform infrared spectrometry, thermal gravimetry, differential scanning calorimetry, tensile tests, and oxygen permeability tests. The results of these analyses showed that the highest tensile strength and elongation at break values of 3.87 ± 0.25 MPa and 55.62 ± 2.93%, respectively, were achieved for a PVA/d-limonene ratio of 7:3 (v/v) and an ultrasonication time of 15 min during processing. This material also showed the lowest oxygen permeation and the best degradability and bacteriostatic properties of all samples.