Influence of cellulose nanocrystal surface chemistry and dispersion quality on latex nanocomposite stability, film formation and adhesive properties
Julia M. Antoniw, Vida A. Gabriel, Michael V. Kiriakou, Marc A. Dubé, Michael F. Cunningham, Emily D. Cranston
Abstract
The different surface functional groups on carboxylated and sulfated cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) affect the latex CNC–polymer interactions.
Topics & Concepts
NanocompositeNanocrystalAdhesiveCelluloseMaterials scienceDispersion (optics)NanocelluloseComposite materialChemical engineeringNanotechnologyOpticsEngineeringLayer (electronics)PhysicsAdvanced Cellulose Research StudiesLignin and Wood ChemistryNanocomposite Films for Food Packaging