Tailoring the properties of polylactic acid (PLA) by blending with poly (3-hydroxybutyrate-co-
3-hydroxyvalerate)(PHBV) is a practical methodology to improve the foaming behavior of …

The last few decades have witnessed significant advances in the development of polymeric-
based foam materials. These materials find several practical applications in our daily lives …

Biopolymer foams manufactured using CO2 enables a novel intersection for economic,
environmental, and ecological impact but limited CO2 solubility remains a challenge. PHBV …

In tissue engineering applications, a scaffold containing an interconnected porous structure
is often highly desirable since these interconnected pores allow nutrients and signaling …

To enhance a viscosity of poly (butylene succinate)(PBS), a crosslinking agent (ie dicumyl
peroxide, DCP) or branching agent (ie Desmodur® N3300, N3300) was incorporated with …

Substantially to increase the efficiency of dye‐sensitized solar cells (DSSCs), it has been
fabricated with the polymer gel electrolytes (PGEs) by replacing the liquid electrolytes (LEs) …

In this research work, foaming behavior of selected polyethylene blends was studied in a
solid-state batch process, using CO2 as the blowing agent. Special emphasis was paid …

Developing an environmentally benign styrene foam is a critical environmental need.
Supercritical CO2 use in foams has proven to be a valuable path. Adding fillers to increase …

This document discloses a process for manufacturing recyclable injection molded
microcellular foams for use in, footwear components, seating components, protective gear …

Polymers are widely used in packaging of food, chemicals, medicines, industrial
components, agriculture, and household items as listed in Table 26.1. Polymer consumption …