Poly (lactic acid) : synthesis structures, properties, processing and applications

This book describes the synthesis, properties, and processing methods of poly(lactic acid) (PLA), an important family of degradable plastics. As the need for environmentally-friendly packaging materials increases, consumers and companies are in search for new materials that are largely produced from...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Auras, Rafael (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Hoboken, New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons , 2010
Series:Wiley series on polymer engineering and technology
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Table of Contents:
  • 1. Chemistry and production of lactic acid, lactide, and poly (lactic acid)
  • 2. Properties of poly (lactic acid)
  • 3. Processing and conversion of poly (lactic acid)
  • 4. Degradation and environment issues
  • 5. Applications