Biocomposites and Nanomaterials: A Circular Economy Approach

With emphasis now on sustainable development there is a paradigm shift from the classical linear model to the concept of the Circular Economy. In terms of materials development this will entail new innovations in eco-friendly materials synthesis, sustainable and eco-friendly materials as well as state-of-the-art technologies for production of these materials in the process industries and manufacturing sector. With regards to advanced materials, systematic synthesis will become extremely important for controlling the structure of the material to provide precision tailored properties for the rise in demanding applications. Biocomposites and Nanomaterials: A Circular Economy Approach addresses many of the issues mentioned above. Emphasis is placed on engineering scalability of processes and the use of a circular economy approach. The chapters cover recent research and developments in the areas of biocomposites, bio-adhesives, bioplastics, keratin-based products, and pharmaceutical products. The sustainable and effective production of biocomposites and nanomaterials, including biomaterials, heterogeneous catalysis, process intensification, carbon sequestration, waste management and value-added products are discussed in detail. Containing numerous industrial case studies and being comprehensive in scope, the book focuses on innovative materials developments and applications that showcase a circular economy approach. Covers biocomposites and innovative materials with a circular economy approachAddresses fundamentals, key concepts, and all pillars of the circular economyState of the art green technologies are outlined with specific applications with an emphasis on societal benefitsCovers synthesis and applications, as well as recycling, reuse, and end of lifeFuture perspectives, are also discussed INDICE: 1. Preparation and characterization of biocomposites and innovative materials- state of the art review2. The circular economy for biocomposites and innovative materials -state of the art review3. Green biocomposite materials and their synthesis for achieving carbon neutrality4. Nano-wood composites an efficient sustainable material and their preparation-a circular economy approach5. Biodegradable plastics using biomaterials, and their sustainability, reuse, and end of life6. Wood-plastic composites an efficient sustainable material and their preparation-a circular economy approach7. Commercialization of Keratin-based products-state of the art initiatives, challenges, and current issues8. Scale up and commercialization of biocomposite products9. Application of biocomposites and innovations in the pharmaceutical industry for effluent treatment10. Biocomposites and innovative materials in construction and architectural industrial sectors11. Biocomposites and innovative materials in the polymer processing industry12. Application of biocomposites and innovative materials for hydrogen production13. Application of biocomposites and innovative materials for nanomedicine applications14. Innovative composite materials for radiation shielding applications15. Future perspectives for biocomposites and innovative materials-environmental concerns, and transition to the global circular economy16. Techno-economic aspects, life cycle and safety assessment for biocomposites and innovative materials17. Biocomposites and innovative materials- process economics, and policy makers initiatives18. Case study 1: Biocomposites and keratin-based innovative products19. Case study 2: Biocomposites for modern housing and structures using cow dung and bamboo residues

• ISBN: 978-0-443-23716-4
• Editorial: Woodhead Publishing
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 560
• Fecha Publicación: 01/03/2025
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés