Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Weisheng Yang, Zekai Mei, Shu Feng, Chang Li, Jiaqi Guo, Huiyang Bian, Huining Xiao, Hongqi Dai, Chaoquan Hu, Jingquan Han
Summary: In this study, a novel and eco-friendly method for the production of cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) was proposed, which involved the acid hydrolysis pretreatment of wood cellulose fibers using recyclable ferric chloride hexahydrate (FeCl3 & BULL;6H(2)O). The molten FeCl3 & BULL;6H(2)O treatment rapidly hydrolyzed the cellulose fibers, resulting in a decrease in the degree of polymerization (DP) and the transformation of cellulose I to cellulose II crystallites. The produced CNCs exhibited tunable heights and high thermal stability, and FeCl3 & BULL;6H(2)O could be easily recycled from the hydrolysate after hydrolysis.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Nicholas X. Williams, George Bullard, Nathaniel Brooke, Michael J. Therien, Aaron D. Franklin
Summary: This study presents the use of all-carbon thin-film transistors, printed on paper substrates and the constituent materials subsequently recycled, achieving stable performance outcomes.
NATURE ELECTRONICS
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Liang Yue, Mehrad Amirkhosravi, Kai Ke, Thomas G. Gray, Ica Manas-Zloczower
Summary: This study demonstrates a novel method of improving the exchange reaction rate and thermomechanical properties of epoxy resin by introducing cellulose nanocrystals in the mechanochemical vitrimerization process. It offers an effective way to recycle and reprocess postconsumer epoxy waste with low ratios of hydroxyl to ester groups into high value-added vitrimer nanocomposites.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Yuqi Tong, Shuting Huang, Xianjun Meng, Yixiang Wang
Summary: In this study, waste cotton fabric was treated in sulfuric acid and NaOH/urea aqueous solution to obtain regenerated cellulose, which was further hydrolyzed to produce cellulose nanocrystals. The nanocrystals obtained after sulfuric acid treatment had a hybrid crystalline structure and a needle-like shape, while the ones obtained after NaOH/urea treatment displayed a typical cellulose II crystalline form with a shorter rod-like shape. The reinforcing effects of these nanocrystals were evaluated in PVA films, and it was found that the sulfuric acid nanocrystals showed better tensile strength and oxygen barrier property, while the NaOH/urea nanocrystals had slightly lower water vapor permeability. This work suggests a new possibility for altering the naturally formed nanostructure of cellulose for different applications.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Krishnavani Pavalaydon, Hareenanden Ramasawmy, Dinesh Surroop
Summary: This study focused on extracting nanocellulose from sugarcane bagasse and coir, demonstrating their potential for producing bio-composites with high tensile strengths. Chemical methods like mercerisation, bleaching, and acid hydrolysis were used to extract nanocellulose, which was then incorporated into polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) matrices to create bio-nanocomposite films. The highest tensile strength was achieved with CNCs extracted from coir at a CNC/PVA loading of 0.5 wt%, showing a significant increase in tensile strength compared to unreinforced PVA matrices.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Zhichao Zhang, Xin Liu, HuiXin Wang, HaiFeng He, Ruiqin Bai
Summary: In order to address the ecological issues brought by Enteromorpha prolifera green tide, researchers have successfully extracted nanofibrillated cellulose (NFC) from Enteromorpha prolifera and prepared NFC/PVA composite films. The study demonstrates that the enhancement effect of NFC on PVA composite films is better than that of NCC, showing significant improvements in light transmittance, water resistance, and mechanical properties.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Mingxing Gao, Yachen Wang, Sai Li, Jun Liu, Anchao Feng, Ganggang Zhang, Liqun Zhang
Summary: Developing recyclable elastomeric vitrimers with dynamic covalent bonds is a promising strategy for reducing the environmental impact of traditional rubber materials. In this study, epoxidized soybean oil (ESO) was used as a cross-linking agent to prepare ESO-cured carboxyl nitrile butadiene rubber (XNBR) composites with TEMPO-oxidized cellulose nanocrystals (TO-CNC). The resulting elastomeric vitrimer demonstrated excellent dispersion of TO-CNC and significant mechanical reinforcement compared to the unfilled sample. This work offers a novel approach to overcome the recycling challenges of traditional vulcanized rubber.
COMPOSITES COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
V. B. Ghodake, R. A. Khare, S. T. Mhaske
Summary: This study successfully converted cellulose wastes from the viscose industry into high-value materials, and established an important correlation between yield and crystallinity of produced NCC to the molecular weight of the cellulosic raw material.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Tao Ma, Xinna Hu, Shuyu Lu, Ranran Cui, Jing Zhao, Xiaosong Hu, Yi Song
Summary: Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) were successfully produced using recycled sulfuric acid hydrolysis process, resulting in nanocrystals with good dispersibility. These CNCs were applied in the preparation of oil-in-water Pickering emulsions, showing good storage stability at a CNC concentration of 1.0 wt%. Molecular dynamic simulation revealed hydrophilic and lipophilic properties of surface modified CNCs, providing insights into interfacial interactions at the molecular level.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Miao Cheng, Zongyi Qin, Jing Hu, Qianqian Liu, Tao Wei, Wanfei Li, Yun Ling, Bo Liu
Summary: A facile one-step method to fabricate acetylated cellulose nanocrystals was developed using mixed sulfuric acid and acetic acid hydrolysis. The results showed that the nanocomposite films with ACNCs as reinforcing filler demonstrated significantly enhanced mechanical performance, indicating great potential for industrial applications.
Article
Polymer Science
Yachen Wang, Mingxing Gao, Sai Li, Jun Liu, Anchao Feng, Liqun Zhang
Summary: In this study, recyclable, healable, and reprocessable PDMS/CNC composites were synthesized through engineering dynamic covalent bond vinylogous urethane. The composites exhibited improved mechanical properties without compromising recycling and reprocessing capabilities. The vinylogous urethane endows the composites with good self-healing, reprocessing, and recycling abilities. This work provides a facile approach for the design and fabrication of high-performance renewable CNC-based composites.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Arzu Yalcin Melikoglu, Idil Tekin, Nergiz Hayatioglu, Seda Ersus
Summary: This study focused on the production and characterization of environmentally friendly biocomposite and nano-biocomposite packaging films using safflower head waste. The use of cellulose and cellulose nanocrystals as fillers in the packaging films was investigated. It was found that cellulose nanocrystals exhibited higher crystallinity and smaller particle size compared to cellulose. The incorporation of these fillers in low-density polyethylene based films showed improved mechanical properties and increased crystallinity and gas permeability.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Anda Barkane, Edgars Kampe, Sergejs Gaidukovs
Summary: In this study, the effects of hybrid lignocellulose fillers on UV-curing biobased resins were investigated. It was found that the hybrid fillers improved particle distribution and filler-matrix interface synergy, resulting in enhanced material properties and the ability to mimic wood structure in coating materials.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Praewa Promdontree, Pakpoom Kheolamai, Artjima Ounkaew, Ravin Narain, Sarute Ummartyotin
Summary: Cellulose nanocrystals were successfully extracted from hemp and used to form a composite hydrogel with polyvinyl alcohol. The composite material showed improved thermal stability and swelling behavior compared to pristine polyvinyl alcohol. The cellulose nanocrystals extracted from hemp were identified as a promising candidate for medical scaffold materials.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Elina Niinivaara, Johanna Desmaisons, Alain Dufresne, Julien Bras, Emily D. Cranston
Summary: The SIEBIMM method was used to quantify the Young's modulus of PVOH coatings reinforced with CNCs, showing a 13-fold increase in modulus due to factors such as CNC forming a percolated network, compatibility between CNCs and PVOH, and CNCs nucleating PVOH crystallites. Higher drying temperatures and lower relative humidity improved mechanical performance of CNC/PVOH coatings, increasing the modulus by 6 times compared to neat PVOH.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zhaofeng Ouyang, Chuang Wang, Dewen Xu, Hou-Yong Yu, Ying Zhou, Mengya Mu, Dan Ge, Zhouyu Miao, Kam Chiu Tam
Summary: A novel strategy of combining rigid inorganic nanofibers and flexible organic nanofibers has been designed to construct nanofibrous crosslinked composite aerogels with high compressive stress and excellent elastic resilience. The as-prepared composite aerogels have a low density, can be easily controlled in shape, and exhibit good compressibility and recoverability. Moreover, the composite aerogels can be used to construct ultrasensitive and rapidly responsive pressure sensors.
MACROMOLECULAR MATERIALS AND ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mengya Mu, Junwen Huang, Yuxiang Chen, Yingzhan Li, Hou-Yong Yu, Juming Yao
Summary: In this study, poly(hexadecyl acrylate) was immobilized to cellulose nanocrystal through grafting and intermolecular forces to produce solid-solid phase change materials with excellent crystallization promotion performance, form stability, and high melting enthalpy.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Chengling Huang, Yiqi Liao, Zongjun Zou, Yuxiang Chen, Meijin Jin, Jingli Zhu, Somia Yassin Hussain Abdalkarim, Ying Zhou, Hou-Yong Yu
Summary: This study provides direct evidence to clarify the degradation mechanisms between bio- and non-degradable materials. The results show that cellulose film has the shortest degradation cycles and higher weight loss after soil degradation compared to PBAT and PE films. Possible degradation mechanisms are proposed to pave the way for the fabrication of green and degradable packaging plastics.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chengling Huang, Hou-Yong Yu, Lumin Chen, Bin Xue, Yunfei Shen, Jiayuan Shen, Kam Chiu Tam
Summary: Following global trends in banning non-degradable plastics, cellulose has been exploited as an eco-friendly material. However, the challenges of dissolving and heat sealing cellulose hinder its replacement of plastic. A binder-free method is proposed to bond cellulose film, resulting in a transparent film with a low bonding temperature of 78 degrees C.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dan Ge, Hou-Yong Yu, Zhouyu Miao, Xia He, Somia Yassin Hussain Abdalkarim
Summary: In this study, a multifunctional composite sensor was achieved by incorporating an intrinsically conductive bifunctional nanocellulose into a Ca2+/glycerin-modified silk fibroin matrix. The sensor showed robust mechanical strength, wide sensing range, and excellent self-adhesion ability. The electronic skin made from this composite material can sensitively detect human motion and has high-temperature change sensitivity.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yiwen Cao, Xinyi Chen, Yingzhan Li, Yaping Wang, Houyong Yu, Ziheng Li, Ying Zhou
Summary: By regulating the hydrogen bond strength, the aggregation of nanocellulose aerogels can be inhibited, leading to an increase in specific surface area and mechanical properties. This opens up new possibilities for applications in various fields.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yiqi Liao, Chuang Wang, Chengling Huang, Somia Yassin Hussain Abdalkarim, Lunhe Wang, Zhiming Chen, Hou-Yong Yu
Summary: The packaging of fresh foods is turning towards biodegradable composites made from natural resources to address environmental concerns about traditional plastics. This study successfully fabricated transparent and sturdy composite films (CSCs) by co-solubilizing carboxymethyl chitosan (CMCS) with cellulose. The CSCs showed improved thermal stability, high transparency, and robust mechanical strength due to physical crosslinking and hydrogen bonds between CMCS and cellulose molecules. The CSC-3 composite film exhibited significantly increased tensile strength and elongation at break compared to CSC-0. Moreover, the CSCs demonstrated excellent barrier capacity and antibacterial ability, making them suitable for food packaging materials.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bin Xue, Hou-Yong Yu, Chengling Huang, Somia Yassin Hussain Abdalkarim, Xiang Chen, Chuang Wang, Xia He, Yanjuan Dong
Summary: With the rapid growth of wearable intelligent devices, there is an urgent need for flexible sensors with a wide strain sensing range and high sensitivity. This work presents a novel dip-coating technique to design a flexible sensor based on polyvinyl alcohol with multiple interfacial bond interactions and a microcrack structure. The sensor exhibits high sensitivity, conductivity, thermal sensitivity, strain, as well as wear-resistance and durability.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dan Ge, Qingling Mi, Ruixin Gong, Shenghong Li, Congcong Qin, Yanjuan Dong, Hou-Yong Yu, Kam Chiu Tam
Summary: This article reports a polypyrrole-silk/glycerol plasticized silk fibroin (P-silk/RG) electronic skin fabricated by a 3D biomimetic structural strategy. The P-silk/RG e-skin has adjustable structure and high sensitivity, enabling its applications in monitoring breathing, diagnosing diseases, and transmitting underwater information.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanjuan Dong, Hou-Yong Yu, Yonghao Tian, Xiang Yao, Bin Xue, Dewen Xu, Fengyuan Zou, Qingling Mi
Summary: In this study, a novel PVA/CP electronic skin was prepared using alternating spraying technology driven by the Marangoni effect, which overcame the limitations of traditional physical methods in terms of mechanical properties, conductivity, sensitivity, and healing ability. The optimized PVA/CP electronic skin exhibited excellent mechanical performances, large conductivity, high sensitivity, and good self-healing abilities, and was successfully integrated into a multi-point sensing system and real-time monitoring of human health during fitness exercise.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yao Xie, Somia Yassin Hussain Abdalkarim, Ze Ji, Zhiming Chen, Mingxin Wang, Hou-Yong Yu
Summary: This study investigates the effect of different-sized nanocelluloses (NCs) on the crystallization kinetics and crystallographic morphology of a poly(l-lactic acid)/poly(d-lactic acid) (l/d) matrix. The researchers found evidence of the relationship between hydrogen bonding interactions and stereocomplex crystallization (SC) formation of nanocomposite-based NCs. They evaluated the synergistic effect of various aspect ratios of NCs as nucleating agents and observed improved properties in terms of crystallization ability, heat resistance, and barrier properties of the nanocomposites. The study offers a suitable strategy for selecting appropriate types of NCs as nucleating agents for designing high-performance materials for the food packaging industry.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yunyun Zhang, Hou-Yong Yu, Yanjuan Dong, Xiaohua Wang, Xuefei Chen, Xue Ma, Peng-Cheng Qian
Summary: Fire accidents can cause severe personal injury and property damage, therefore the use of flame retardant is crucial. A novel green ternary nanocomposite intumescent flame retardant (IFR) called CNC@MEL-PA has been developed, which exhibited better thermal stability, carbon layer formation ability, and smoke suppression efficiency due to its unique two-dimensional petal structure and intumescent carbon layer. The expanded carbon layer volume of CNC@MEL-PA was significantly enhanced compared to CNCs. This study presents a facile synthetic route for high-performance CNC@MEL-PA as a green flame-retardant material for construction and transportation products.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mingxin Wang, Somia Yassin Hussain Abdalkarim, Ruixin Gong, Haibin Ji, Zhiming Chen, Yunfei Shen, Ying Zhou, Jiayuan Shen, Hou-Yong Yu
Summary: Polymer composite microspheres with excellent biodegradable and controlled long-term release characteristics have gained significant attention. However, producing polymer microspheres with controlled properties and customizable drug release is still a major challenge. In this study, dual-responsive cellulose nanocrystals were engineered and incorporated into polylactide composite microspheres to achieve controlled and sustained drug release behavior. The results demonstrated a temperature and pH dual-responsive controlled drug release capability of the composite microspheres, highlighting their potential as multifunctional drug delivery systems for medical applications.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Meiqin Wu, Yunhui Chen, Hou-Yong Yu, Xiaosong Liu, Yanjuan Dong, Peng-Cheng Qian, Xiaohua Wang
Summary: In this study, a biobased flame retardant composite was developed by modifying cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) through successive grafting and electrostatic adsorption processes. The resulting nanocomposite showed significantly improved thermal blocking performance, excellent carbon layer formation, and high thermal insulation ability. This highlights the potential of nanoscale engineering in producing structural foams with excellent fire-retardant properties using cellulose and other nanosized fibrous biomaterials.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Duan-Chao Wang, Hou-Yong Yu, Zhaofeng Ouyang, Dongming Qi, Ying Zhou, Anqi Ju, Ziheng Li, Yiwen Cao
Summary: In this study, composite fibers with chain-ring structures were prepared by connecting cellulose nanofiber (CNF) and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) covalently, solving the problems of MWCNT aerogel formation and phase separation during compounding. The resulting aerogels exhibited mechanical resilience and chain-ring fibers, enabling high compression resistance and application in flexible supercapacitors and sensors.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Jingmo Zhou, Shubin Wu, Ying Liu
Summary: Expenditure isolation of lignin and the understanding of its structural variations during different isolation processes are crucial for the high-value utilization of lignin. This study proposed a green deep eutectic solvent (DES) consisting of choline chloride, ethylene glycol, and 4-chlorobenzene sulfonic acid for rapid lignin separation from poplar. The structural variations of DES lignin and its relationship with alkali pre-extraction of hemicellulose were investigated. The results showed that alkali pretreatment enhanced the DES separation of lignin and promoted the cleavage of specific linkages, resulting in reduced molecular weight and thermal stability of isolated DES lignin. Moreover, DES lignin obtained from integrated utilization displayed higher purity and S/G ratio compared to lignin obtained from direct DES treatment.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yuping Li, Ziyan Xie, Yun Huang, Jiangyi Zeng, Chao Yang, Ling Yuan, Ying Wang, Yongqing Li
Summary: In this study, the characteristic flavonoids (CFs) of three licorice species were identified through integrated metabolic and transcriptomic analysis. The key regulators of CF biosynthesis were also identified. These findings provide valuable information for understanding the biosynthesis of CFs and future breeding of Glycyrrhiza varieties.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xianjie Pan, Zhaoyi Luo, Fanqi Liu, Quanqian Yi, Yanning Zeng
Summary: This study presents a novel strategy for fabricating fully bio-based epoxy vitrimers using peach gum and itaconic acid, which exhibit superior mechanical properties and thermostability. The materials were characterized and the self-healing and recycling capabilities were evaluated. The results demonstrate the potential of using these materials for sustainable industrial applications.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mohsen Sabzi-Nojadeh, Mohammad Pouresmaeil, Mina Amani, Mehdi Younessi-Hamzekhanlu, Filippo Maggi
Summary: This study shows that inoculating Summer savory plants with endophytic fungus Trichoderma harzianum can improve plant growth and increase salt tolerance. The fungus enhances growth, restores chlorophyll and antioxidant levels, reduces harmful substances, and increases proline and soluble sugar levels, thereby increasing crop productivity in saline conditions.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yu Liu, Lei Li, Aichen Zhao, Xiuming Song, Lulu Wei, Mengdi Fang, Chuchu Zheng, Xiaodong Zhu
Summary: This study investigates the impact of peppermint essential oil microcapsules on the unpleasant odor emissions from wax oil coated wood products. The results show that microcapsules can improve the time and stability of odor release.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mesut Budak, Mirac Kilic, Hikmet Guenal, Ismail Velik, Mesut Sirri
Summary: This study assessed land suitability for rapeseed production using topography, climate, and soil data by analytical hierarchy process (AHP) and the Mamdani Fuzzy Inference System (MFIS). The study area covered land in the Diyarbakir province of southeastern Turkiye. The results indicated the proportions of different land suitability classes and showed the compatibility of AHP and MFIS methods in assessing suitability.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Rui Tian, Yue Liu, Chao Wang, Weikun Jiang, Srinivas Janaswamy, Guihua Yang, Xingxiang Ji, Gaojin Lyu
Summary: In this study, hollow and solid lignin nanoparticles were synthesized through self-assembly and their application in PVA nanocomposite films was investigated. The results showed that the presence of hollow lignin nanoparticles in the films resulted in a room-like network structure, while the solid lignin nanoparticles induced different structural changes. The inclusion of LNPs improved the mechanical properties of the films, and both types of LNPs exhibited good hydrophobicity.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Marcos Vinicius Silva de Andrade, Simone Ribeiro Lucho, Renato Delmondez de Castro, Paulo Roberto Ribeiro
Summary: Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, commonly known as stevia, is a widely cultivated shrub with highly sweetening metabolites. It has gained significant interest in the food and beverage industries due to its extremely sweet taste and various health benefits. Researchers are currently focused on studying biotechnological strategies to enhance the biosynthesis of stevia plant metabolites for improved cultivation and production.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Eleonora Cintura, Paulina Faria, Luisa Molari, Luca Barbaresi, Dario D'Orazio, Lina Nunes
Summary: This study investigated the properties of Arundo donax as a building material and found that it has strong adaptability, high hygroscopicity, and unique sound absorption behavior. The mechanical tests also demonstrated the applicability of the Arundo donax-based composite. This opens up new possibilities for the further application of Arundo donax-based materials.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Stiina Kotiranta, Juha-Matti Pihlava, Titta Kotilainen, Pauliina Palonen
Summary: The effect of light spectra, particularly far-red and short wavelength radiation, on the growth and secondary metabolites of cannabis is significant. Altering the R:FR ratio can increase the concentration and yield of secondary metabolites, while short wavelength radiation does not significantly affect plant morphology and secondary metabolite concentrations.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xuze Liu, Fangmin Liang, Jinyuan Cheng, Xuelian Zhou, Jia Wang, Guigan Fang, Kuizhong Shen, Xianzhi Meng, Chen Huang, Arthur J. Ragauskas
Summary: A novel Na2S-facilitated DES pretreatment method was proposed to fractionate moso bamboo, which achieved high lignin removal and preserved most cellulose and hemicellulose with excellent enzymatic digestibility.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Zechun Ren, Xinyuan Zhou, Kejiao Ding, Tong Ji, Hao Sun, Xiang Chi, Yunzhao Wei, Min Xu
Summary: This study prepared a thermal/magnetic/light-triggered multi-stimuli responsive shape memory polymer composite with excellent properties by adding magnetic nanoparticles into a polyurethane composite. The composite showed high shape recovery rate, fast response behavior, and suitability for 3D printing. Controllable external stimuli allowed for dynamic, remote, and precise control of 4D transformations. This work is significant for the design of smart materials and devices.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yurany Camacho Ardila, Jaiver Efren Jaimes Figueroa, Maria Regina Wolf Maciel
Summary: The higher heating value (HHV) and elemental composition are important properties of biomass, and their prediction using proximate and ultimate analysis is accurate.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xiaohan Chen, Xianke Wang, Lili Shang, Xinxin Ma, Changhua Fang, Benhua Fei, Huanrong Liu, Shuqin Zhang
Summary: This study focuses on the comprehensive characterization of the three-dimensional (3D) structure of bamboo parenchyma and the evaluation of its tensile and compressive properties, as well as the analysis of its failure mechanisms. The study found that the measured tensile strength and elastic modulus of the parenchyma tissue are 48.81 MPa and 706.48 MPa, respectively. Compression failure modes in parenchyma tissue encompass compression bending and cell fracture, shear failure of the middle lamella, and detachment and debonding of the cell wall.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Tianfeng Liu, Yuxin Liu, Yunlin Fu, Mengji Qiao, Penglian Wei, Zhigao Liu, Yingjian Li
Summary: This study explored the formation mechanism of agarwood induced by fungus and its potential application in high-quality and high-yielding agarwood production. The results showed that the transition layer played a critical role in the continuous accumulation of agarwood, and the parenchyma cells of the xylem rays and interxylary phloem were the main action site of fungus. The accumulation and distribution of chemical composition in different layers were also investigated. The study identified the drivers of specific compounds and provided a theoretical foundation for future agarwood production.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
