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61,005 resultsShowing papers similar to Biodegradable Polymer Materials Based on Polyethylene and Natural Rubber: Acquiring, Investigation, Properties
ClearBio-Polyester/Rubber Compounds: Fabrication, Characterization, and Biodegradation
This paper is not about microplastics; it investigates biodegradable bioplastic blends made from polyhydroxybutyrate and natural rubber as potential alternatives to fossil-based plastics.
Biodegradable Polymer-Based Natural Fiber Composites
This review examined biodegradable polymer composites reinforced with natural fibers as alternatives to conventional plastics. Combining biodegradable matrices with plant fibers improved mechanical performance while maintaining degradability and reducing the risk of persistent microplastic contamination. These materials represent a promising direction for sustainable packaging and construction applications.
An Overview of Potential Applications of Environmentally Friendly Hybrid Polymeric Materials
This review surveys environmentally friendly hybrid polymeric materials that combine natural and synthetic components for use in packaging, medical devices, sensors, water purification, and electromagnetic shielding. The study highlights how blending renewable, natural-origin nano and micro-materials with polymers could reduce reliance on conventional plastics and lower the environmental footprint of everyday products.
Acceleration of Biodegradation Using Polymer Blends and Composites
This review examines how blending biodegradable polymers with other materials can tune both physical properties and biodegradation rates, noting that many biodegradable plastics degrade far more slowly than claimed. The authors stress that biodegradation claims require rigorous validation under realistic environmental conditions.
A review on biodegradable polymer: Shortcomings, developments, and future direction
This review examines the current market share, classifications, and shortcomings of biodegradable polymer materials, synthesizing developments in this field and identifying future directions for reducing environmental pollution caused by conventional non-degradable polymer composites.
Degradable Green Polymers, Green Nanopolymers and Green Nanocomposites Derived from Natural Systems: Statistics and Headways
This review summarizes advances in biodegradable green polymers and nanocomposites derived from natural sources, covering their properties, classification, and environmental benefits. Developing genuinely biodegradable alternatives to synthetic plastics is essential for reducing long-term microplastic accumulation in ecosystems.
Preparation and Characterization of Ecuadorian Bamboo Fiber-Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Biocomposites
Researchers prepared and characterized biocomposites made from Ecuadorian bamboo fiber reinforced in low-density polyethylene, finding that the natural fiber reinforcement improved several material properties compared to pure LDPE. The study highlights bamboo fiber composites as a more sustainable alternative that reduces reliance on purely synthetic plastics.
Bio-Adhesives Combined with Lotus Leaf Fiber to Prepare Bio-Composites for Substituting the Plastic Packaging Materials
Researchers prepared biodegradable composite packaging materials by combining natural bio-adhesives with lotus leaf fiber, testing mechanical and thermal properties. Natural fiber composites offer an alternative to petroleum-based plastic packaging that would not generate persistent microplastic pollution.
Material and Environmental Properties of Natural Polymers and Their Composites for Packaging Applications—A Review
This review assessed the material and environmental properties of natural polymers including cellulose, starch, chitosan, and protein for food packaging applications, comparing their performance to conventional plastics. The authors found that natural polymer composites can approach the tensile strength and water vapor barrier properties needed for packaging while offering significant environmental benefits at end of life.
Review of the Green Composite: Importance of Biopolymers, Uses and Challenges
This review examines the growing role of biopolymers and green composites as environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional petroleum-based plastics. The authors discuss how natural polymer structures can be engineered into composite materials that perform well while reducing long-term environmental harm. The study highlights both the promise and remaining challenges of scaling biopolymer use to replace traditional plastics that persist in the environment.
Novel Approach in Biodegradation of Synthetic Thermoplastic Polymers: An Overview
This review examines microbial biodegradation pathways for synthetic thermoplastic polymers including polyethylene, highlighting the ecological threat of non-degradable plastics and discussing the mechanisms by which microorganisms can break down both natural and synthetic polymers.
Study of structure and properties of biodegradable composite films based on thermoplastic starch
Researchers studied the structure and properties of biodegradable thermoplastic starch composites as potential replacements for conventional polyethylene plastics. Using starch — a natural, renewable polymer — as a filler in plastic films could reduce microplastic pollution by enabling faster environmental breakdown.
Obtaining and Characterizing New Types of Materials Based on Low-Density Polyethylene and Thermoplastic Starch
Researchers developed and characterized new polymer blends made from low-density polyethylene and thermoplastic starch, aiming to create more sustainable and recyclable materials. The study found that incorporating thermoplastic starch changed the mechanical and thermal properties of the blends. Evidence indicates that these LDPE-starch composites could serve as a step toward reducing reliance on purely petroleum-based plastics in packaging and other applications.
Development of Technology for Obtaining a Biodegradable Polymer
Researchers developed biodegradable polymers made from starch combined with organic acids and plasticizers as a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics. The resulting bioplastics passed physicochemical tests and are described as ready for mass production.
Bio-Based Materials for Packaging
This review evaluates bio-based materials as sustainable alternatives for plastic packaging, examining the environmental performance, mechanical properties, and commercial viability of biopolymers in addressing the global plastic pollution crisis.
Degradable Green Polymers, Green Nanopolymers and Green Nanocomposites Derived from Natural Systems: Statistics and Headways
This review surveys the fundamentals, classification, and properties of degradable green polymers, nanopolymers, and nanocomposites derived from natural sources, covering applications in transient electronics, barrier films, packaging, environmental protection, and biomedicine. The authors highlight the promise of natural degradable nanomaterials for addressing ecological challenges while noting that industrial and commercial scalability remains a significant hurdle.
Enhancement and investigation of biodegradability of poly (methyl methacrylate) and poly (vinyl chloride) by blending with biodegradable polymer
Researchers blended synthetic polymers poly(methyl methacrylate) and poly(vinyl chloride) with natural biopolymers to investigate whether blending could accelerate biodegradation, using molecular-level analysis to confirm that biopolymer incorporation enhanced the biodegradability of otherwise recalcitrant synthetic plastics.
Enhancing PolyelectrolyteStrength of Biopolymersfor Fully Recyclable and Biodegradable Plastics
Researchers developed a fully recyclable and biodegradable plastic material created through solid polyelectrolyte complexation of naturally occurring biopolymers, enhancing their polyelectrolyte strength to achieve mechanical properties competitive with conventional single-use packaging plastics. The study demonstrated that this approach addresses both the microplastic pollution problem and fossil fuel dependence while enabling end-of-life recyclability.
Natural Rubber Latex-Modified Concrete with PET and Crumb Rubber Aggregate Replacements for Sustainable Rigid Pavements
Researchers tested concrete mixes that replaced conventional aggregates with recycled PET plastic and crumb rubber waste, modified with natural rubber latex. The results show that waste plastic can be incorporated into road pavement concrete, offering a way to divert plastic waste from landfills while creating durable construction materials.
Product Development with Accelerated Biodegradability: an Application in a Manufacturing Plastic Bags
Researchers investigated the development of plastic bags with accelerated biodegradability as a strategy to reduce the environmental persistence of conventional plastic packaging. The study applied pro-degradant additives to plastic bag formulations in a manufacturing context and evaluated the resulting degradation rates and material performance characteristics.
Biodegradable Packaging Materials for Foods Preservation: Sources, Advantages, Limitations, and Future Perspectives
This review examines biodegradable packaging materials derived from natural sources as alternatives to conventional petroleum-based plastics for food preservation. Researchers found that materials made from polysaccharides, proteins, and lipids can effectively extend food shelf life while being more environmentally friendly. The study acknowledges that cost and performance limitations remain, but highlights recent advances in combining these natural materials with antimicrobial and antioxidant agents to improve their practical viability.
PLA-Chitosan Composites as Sustainable Alternatives for Menstrual Pads
Researchers developed biodegradable PLA-chitosan composite films as an environmentally friendly alternative to polyethylene in menstrual pads, demonstrating that the composite maintained absorbency and mechanical integrity while offering antimicrobial properties and full biodegradability.
Electrically Conductive Natural Rubber Composite Films Reinforced with Graphite Platelets
Researchers developed electrically conductive natural rubber composite films by incorporating synthetic graphite platelets using a water-based fabrication process. The composites showed dramatically improved mechanical strength, chemical resistance to solvents, and electrical conductivity compared to neat rubber, while maintaining approximately 21-30% biodegradability in soil over 90 days. The study demonstrates potential applications for these green composites in electronic substrates and other functional materials.
Eco-Friendly Degradation of Natural Rubber Powder Waste Using Some Microorganisms with Focus on Antioxidant and Antibacterial Activities of Biodegraded Rubber
Researchers demonstrated that E. coli and Aspergillus oryzae can biodegrade natural rubber waste through biofilm formation, with the degraded rubber showing antioxidant and antibacterial properties, offering an eco-friendly approach to rubber waste management.