Characterization of bio regenerated cellulose/sepiolite nanocomposite films prepared via ionic liquid

Novel regenerated cellulose/sepiolite (RC/SEP) nanocomposite films have been prepared using an environmentally friendly ionic liquid, 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride (BMIMCl), through a simple, cost effective and “green” method. The morphology, thermal stability and mechanical properties of the...

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Published in:Polymer testing 2014-02, Vol.33, p.121-130
Main Authors: Soheilmoghaddam, Mohammad, Wahit, Mat Uzir, Yussuf, Abdirahman Ali, Al-Saleh, Mohammad A., Whye, Wong Tuck
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Cellulose
Composites
Exact sciences and technology
Forms of application and semi-finished materials
Fourier transforms
Ionic liquids
Mechanical properties
Nanostructure
Polymer industry, paints, wood
Regenerated cellulose nanocomposite
Scanning electron microscope
Sepiolite
Technology of polymers
Tensile testing
Thermal properties
Thermal stability
Transmission electron microscopy
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Summary:Novel regenerated cellulose/sepiolite (RC/SEP) nanocomposite films have been prepared using an environmentally friendly ionic liquid, 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride (BMIMCl), through a simple, cost effective and “green” method. The morphology, thermal stability and mechanical properties of these nanocomposite films have been investigated by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA) and mechanical testing. The results obtained revealed interactions between the sepiolite and regenerated cellulose. The FESEM and TEM results showed that sepiolite was uniformly dispersed in the RC matrix with contact between them. Mechanical properties of the nanocomposite films were significantly improved compared to pure regenerated cellulose film, interestingly without loss of ductility. The presence of sepiolite enhanced the thermal stability and char yield of the nanocomposites.
ISSN:0142-9418
1873-2348
DOI:10.1016/j.polymertesting.2013.11.011