Improved Mechanical, Thermal, and Hydrophobic Properties of PLA Modified with Alkoxysilanes by Reactive Extrusion Process

Improved Mechanical, Thermal, and Hydrophobic Properties of PLA Modified with Alkoxysilanes by Reactive Extrusion Process

An eco-friendly strategy for the modification of polylactic acid (PLA) surface properties, using a solvent-free process, is reported. Reactive extrusion (REX) allowed the formation of new covalent bonds between functional molecules and the PLA polymeric matrix, enhancing its mechanical properties an...

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Main Authors: Elena Torres, Aide Gaona, Nadia García-Bosch, Miguel Muñoz, Vicent Fombuena, Rosana Moriana, Ana Vallés-Lluch
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-07-01
Series:Polymers
Subjects:
PLA
biopolymers
alkoxysilanes
hydrophobicity
grafting
monofilament melt extrusion
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/13/15/2475

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https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/13/15/2475

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