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by Lucian A. Lucia, Ali S. Ayoub
Introduction to Renewable Biomaterials
Cover
Title Page
Copyright
List of Contributors
Preface
Chapter 1: Fundamental Biochemical and Biotechnological Principles of Biomass Growth and Use
1.1 Learning Objectives
1.2 Comparison of Fossil-Based versus Bio-Based Raw Materials
1.3 The Nature of Bio-Based Raw Materials
1.4 General Considerations Surrounding Bio-Based Raw Materials
1.5 Research Advances Made Recently
1.6 Prominent Scientists Working in this Arena
1.7 Summary
1.8 Study Problems
1.9 Key References
References
Chapter 2: Fundamental Science and Applications for Biomaterials
2.1 Introduction
2.2 What are the Biopolymers that Encompass the Structure and Function of Lignocellulosics?
2.3 Chemical Reactivity of Cellulose, Heteropolysaccharides, and Lignin
2.4 Composite as a Unique Application for Renewable Materials
2.5 Question for Further Consideration
References
Chapter 3: Conversion Technologies
3.1 Learning Objectives
3.2 Energy Scenario at Global Level
3.3 Biomass
3.4 Biomass Conversion Methods
3.5 Metrics to Assist the Transition Towards Sustainable Production of Bioenergy and Biomaterials
3.6 Summary
3.7 Key References
References
Chapter 4: Characterization Methods and Techniques
4.1 Philosophy Statement
4.2 Understanding the Characteristics of Biomass
4.3 Taking Precautions Prior to Setting Up Experiments for Biomass Analysis
4.4 Classifying Biomass Sizes for Proper Analysis
4.5 Moisture Content of Biomass and Importance of Drying Samples Prior to Analysis
4.6 When the Carbon is Burned
4.7 Structural Cell Wall Analysis, What To Look For
4.8 Hydrolyzing Biomass and Determining Its Composition
4.9 Determining Cell Wall Structures Through Spectroscopy and Scattering
4.10 Examining the Size of the Biopolymers: Molecular Weight Analysis
4.11 Intricacies of Understanding Lignin Structure
4.12 Questions for Further Consideration
References
Chapter 5: Introduction to Life-Cycle Assessment and Decision Making Applied to Forest Biomaterials
5.1 Introduction
5.2 LCA Components Overview
5.3 Life-Cycle Assessment Steps
5.4 LCA Tools for Forest Biomaterials
References
Chapter 6: First Principles of Pretreatment and Cracking Biomass to Fundamental Building Blocks
6.1 Introduction
6.2 What Difference Should Be Considered Between Wood and Agricultural Biomass?
6.3 Define Pretreatment
6.4 Steps of Production of Cellulosic Ethanol
6.5 What Are the Key Considerations for Making a Successful Pretreatment Technology?
6.6 What Are the General Methods Used in Pretreatment?
6.7 What Is Currently Being Done and What Are the Advances?
6.8 Summary
References
Chapter 7: Green Route to Prepare Renewable Polyesters from Monomers: Enzymatic Polymerization
7.1 Philosophic Statement
7.2 Introduction
7.3 Lipase-Catalyzed Ring-Opening Polymerizations of Cyclic Monomeric Esters (Lactones and Lactides)
7.4 Lipase-Catalyzed Polycondensation
List of Abbreviations
References
Chapter 8: Oil-Based and Bio-Derived Thermoplastic Polymer Blends and Composites
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Oil-Based and Bio-Derived Thermoplastic Polymer Blends
8.3 Thermoplastic Composites with Natural Fillers
8.4 Conclusion
8.5 Questions for Further Consideration
References
Index
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