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Cellulose Nanofibers Networks For Structural Nanomaterials And Biocomposites With Multiple Functions, Lars Berglund
Cellulose Nanofibers Networks For Structural Nanomaterials And Biocomposites With Multiple Functions, Lars Berglund
Composites at Lake Louise (CALL 2015)
Cellulose-based composites offer interesting potential as environmentally friendly materials. Wood nanocellulose disintegrated from chemical pulp is an interesting component, which can be used in materials of increased structural, sophistication, extended property range and new functions [1]. The network forming character of cellulose nanofibers (CNF) makes it possible to form other types of nanomaterials than biocomposites such as nanopaper, aerogels, hydrogels, foams and honeycombs. The CNF can also be combined with inorganic nanoparticles to prepare organic/inorganic hybrid materials.
The structure of CNF is discussed and routes to improve the properties of the CNF are suggested. For the purpose of nanomaterials preparation, …