FTIR and TGA analysis of biodegradable poly(lactic acid)/treated kenaf bast fibre: effect of plasticizers
A biodegradable composite (PLA/KBF blends) was prepared using melt blending technique in a brabender mixer and characterized with FTIR and TGA analyzer. Five percent of triacetin and glycerol contents were used as plasticizers to plasticise PLA matrix. KBF was treated with 4% NaOH solution, while...
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| Language: | English |
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UPM Press
2013
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| Online Access: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/34193/ http://irep.iium.edu.my/34193/ http://irep.iium.edu.my/34193/1/pertanika.pdf |