Journal
POLYMERS
Volume 14, Issue 20, Pages -Publisher
MDPI
DOI: 10.3390/polym14204396
Keywords
corn starch; corn fiber; corn biocomposite; properties improvement
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- Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN), Malaysia [J510050002-IC-6]
- Innovation & Research Management Center (iRMC), Universiti Tenaga Nasional, Malaysia [J51005000/2021014, J51005000/2021073]
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Biocomposite materials play an important role in environmental protection by replacing artificial plastic materials with natural substances. A comprehensive review of corn fiber and corn starch-based biocomposites revealed significant improvements and potential applications in terms of mechanical, thermal, and water resistance properties through plasticizing, chemical treatment, grafting, and cross-linker agent procedures.
Biocomposite materials have a significant function in saving the environment by replacing artificial plastic materials with natural substances. They have been enrolled in many applications, such as housing, automotive engine components, aerospace and military products, electronic and circuit board components, and oil and gas equipment. Therefore, continuous studies have been employed to improve their mechanical, thermal, physical properties. In this research, we conduct a comprehensive review about corn fiber and corn starch-based biocomposite. The results gained from previous studies were compared and discussed. Firstly, the chemical, thermal, and mechanical properties of cornstarch-based composite were discussed. Then, the effects of various types of plasticizers on the flexibility of the cornstarch-based composite were addressed. The effects of chemical treatments on the properties of biocomposite using different cross-linking agents were discussed. The corn fiber surface treatment to enhance interfacial adhesion between natural fiber and polymeric matrix also were addressed. Finally, morphological characterization, crystallinity degree, and measurement of vapor permeability, degradation, and uptake of water were discussed. The mechanical, thermal, and water resistance properties of corn starch and fibers-based biopolymers show a significant improvement through plasticizing, chemical treatment, grafting, and cross-linker agent procedures, which expands their potential applications.
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