Polylactic Acid (2nd Ed.)
A Practical Guide for the Processing, Manufacturing, and Applications of PLA
Plastics Design Library Series

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Language: English

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Polylactic Acid: A Practical Guide for the Processing, Manufacturing, and Applications of PLA, Second Edition, provides a practical guide for engineers and scientists working in PLA and on the development of emerging new products. The current market situation for PLA and biodegradable polymers is described, along with applications across a range of market sectors. In addition, the mechanical, chemical, thermal, rheology and degradation properties are included. Updates include new chapters covering various processing methods, as well as recycling methods, and additives and processing aids. New applications cover a range of products (including 3D Printing), and an environmental assessment, including regulatory aspects.

The book is not only a useful introduction to this topic, but also a practical, readily applicable reference book that will support decision-making in the plastics industry.

1. Overview of Biodegradable Polymers and Poly(lactic Acid)2. Synthesis and Production of Poly(lactic Acid)3. Thermal Properties of Poly(lactic Acid)4. Chemical Properties of Poly(lactic Acid)5. Mechanical Properties of Poly(lactic Acid)6. Rheological Properties of Poly(lactic Acid)7. Degradation and Stability of Poly(lactic Acid)8. Additives and Processing Aids of Poly(lactic Acid)9. Processing and Recycling of Poly(lactic Acid)10. Injection moulding of Poly(lactic Acid)11. Applications of Poly(lactic Acid)12. Environmental Profile of Poly(lactic Acid)

Engineers and materials scientists in the plastics industry looking to use sustainable/biodegradable/renewable plastics in products they are working with

Lee Tin Sin is a researcher, professional engineer and associate professor. He graduated with Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical-Polymer) First Class Honours and Ph.D in Polymer Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Dr. Lee has been involved in rubber processing, biopolymer, nanocomposite and polymer synthesis with more than 100 publications of journal papers, book chapters and conferences. He was the recipient of the Society of Chemical Engineers Japan Award for Outstanding Asian Researcher and Engineer 2018 for his contribution on polymer researches. He was also conferred Meritorious Service Medal (PJK) by the Sultan of Selangor State, Malaysia in year 2019. He co-authored ‘Polylactic Acid’ (Elsevier), the First and Second Editions which were published in 2012 and 2019, respectively.
Bee Soo Tueen is a researcher, professional engineer and associate professor. She graduated with Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical-Polymer), Master of Engineering (Polymer Engineering), and Ph.D in Polymer Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Dr. Bee has published more than 70 journal papers on nanocomposites, flame retardant and biopolymer works. She co-authored ‘Polylactic Acid’ (Elsevier), the Second Edition of which was published in 2019.
  • Presents an essential reference for engineers, scientists and product designers considering switching to a sustainable plastic
  • Covers the properties, synthesis and polymerization of PLA, along with processing techniques involved in fabricating parts from this polymer
  • Includes critical new chapters on processing, additives, recycling and environmental considerations relating to PLA