Polylactic Acid

A Practical Guide for the Processing, Manufacturing, and Applications of PLA

von Bee Soo Tueen, Lee Tin Sin

422 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Polylactic Acid: A Practical Guide for the Processing, Manufacturing, and Applications of PLA, Second Edition, provides a practical guide for engineers and scientists working in PLA and on the development of emerging new products. The current market situation for PLA and biodegradable polymers is described, along with applications across a range of market sectors. In addition, the mechanical, chemical, thermal, rheology and degradation properties are included. Updates include new chapters covering various processing methods, as well as recycling methods, and additives and processing aids. New applications cover a range of products (including 3D Printing), and an environmental assessment, including regulatory aspects. The book is not only a useful introduction to this topic, but also a practical, readily applicable reference book that will support decision-making in the plastics industry.

• Reihe: William Andrew
• ISBN: 9780128144725
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 28.06.2019
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Elsevier Inc