Characterization of Microalgae Biomass-Based Composites Obtained through Rotational Molding.

ABSTRACT: The wide range of applications and the numerous advantages of plastics have led to their excessive use, with subsequent damage to ecosystems. As an environmentally friendly alternative, biocomposites have gained much attention, and microalgae have become a potential source for their production. In this study, the use of washed and unwashed Spirulina in polyethylene-based composites has been evaluated as a way to prevent the thermooxidation of polyethylene, while at the same time, reducing the amount of virgin plastic used. Biocomposites were produced by rotomolding, testing different biomass contents and determining their mechanical and thermal performances as well as their water uptake level. Composites with up to 15% of biomass (by weight), a particularly high ratio for rotomolding, were

SUBMITTER: Diaz S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11243890 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature