Modelling and Validation of Synthesis of Poly Lactic Acid Using an Alternative Energy Source through a Continuous Reactive Extrusion Process

Modelling and Validation of Synthesis of Poly Lactic Acid Using an Alternative Energy Source through a Continuous Reactive Extrusion Process

PLA is one of the most promising bio-compostable and bio-degradable thermoplastic polymers made from renewable sources. PLA is generally produced by ring opening polymerization (ROP) of lactide using the metallic/bimetallic catalyst (Sn, Zn, and Al) or other organic catalysts in a suitable solvent....

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Main Authors: Satya P. Dubey, Hrushikesh A. Abhyankar, Veronica Marchante, James L. Brighton, Kim Blackburn, Clive Temple, Björn Bergmann, Giang Trinh, Chantal David
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-04-01
Series:Polymers
Subjects:
alternative energy
bio-degradable
reactive extrusion
metal catalyst
mathematical modelling
poly lactic acid (PLA)
ring opening polymerization (ROP)
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/8/4/164

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