Global pollution by plastics derived from petroleum has fostered the development of carbon–
neutral, biodegradable bioplastics synthesized from renewable resources such as modern …

The exhaustion of available natural resources and rising concerns about the environment
have prompted a growing desire to discover innovative ways to produce environmentally …

The marine industry has been a major user of polymer composites for over 50 years. There
has been a strong historical preference for glass fibre reinforced thermoset polymers, mainly …

Environmental issues urge for the substitution of petrochemical-based raw materials with
more environmentally friendly sources. The biggest advantages of PLA over non …

The world is in need of more eco-friendly material, therefore researchers around the globe
focus on develo** new materials that would improve the environmental quality of …

Abstract Poly (lactic acid)(PLA), so far, is the most extensively researched and utilized
biodegradable aliphatic polyester in human history. Due to its merits, PLA is a leading …

Over the past few decades, the term polymer has been repeatedly used in several industries
for their immense characteristics in different applications. Polymers and their composites …

Global awareness of material sustainability has increased the demand for bio-based
polymers like poly (lactic acid)(PLA), which are seen as a desirable alternative to fossil …

Abstract Poly (lactic acid)(PLA) is a compostable bioplastic manufactured by the
polymerization of lactic acid monomers derived from the fermentation of starch as a …

Due to environment and sustainability issues, this century has witnessed remarkable
achievements in green technology in the field of materials science through the development …