Bio-based coatings
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Improving the shelf life of tofu
Researchers have studied an extended shelf life of tofu using chitosan/gelatin-based films incorporated with Pulicaria jaubertii extract microcapsules.
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Crustacean chitin-based coloured pigments
A Fraunhofer IPA research team, in collaboration with the University of Paderborn and industrial partner Siegwerk Druckfarben, has succeeded in producing biogenic pigments from chitin and bio-based dyes....
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Mussel inspired antifouling
A new revire gives an overview on mussel adhesion and cell membrane antifouling mimetic strategies for durable fouling-resistant coatings.
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Fish skin inspired drag reduction
A new paper portrays the research progress and development trend of the drag reduction inspired by fish skin.
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Multifunctional curcuminoid dye-based inks
In a new study, curcuminoids were used as dyes in screen printing inks in combination with commercial solvent-based and water-based binders.
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Bio-based coatings: “The pool of available raw materials is constantly growing”
We spoke to Dr Markus Lettau, Head of R&D at Auro, about the performance of bio-based coatings. Interview by Bettina Hoffmann
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Synergistic contribution of bio-based additives in wood paint
A new work describes the combined effect of pigment deriving from spirulina and multifunctional filler based on carnauba wax.
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Bio-based coating: Despite challenges, optimism prevails
A rapidly developing market spurred on by green regulations and consumer awareness, bio-based coatings still have a few hurdles to overcome. Industry experts from Clariant, Spolchemie and IVM Chemicals...
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Isosorbide-based polyurethane acrylate resins
A new paper discusses the synthesis of renewable isosorbide-based polyurethane acrylate resins for UV-cured coating with adjustable properties.
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“The understanding of biomass polymerisation has advanced significantly“
Teemu Piesanen, R&D Chemist CH-Polymers, expands on developments in bio-based coatings. Interview by Bettina Hoffmann
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Inspired by spider silk: Ultra-tough and exceptionally stretchable coating
A new work portrays an ultra-tough, exceptionally stretchable, and self-recoverable bio-based coating with self-healing capabilities and visual damage detection.
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Bio-based anti-corrosive and anti-bacterial coating
A present work highlights ambient-cured cardanol-derived polyurea coatings for anti-corrosive and anti-bacterial applications.
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Bio-based edible ink
Scientists have described the screen printing of a catechu (Senegalia catechu)/guar gum based edible ink for food printing and packaging applications.
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Nanocomposite coating materials reinforced by nanocellulose
A recent study presents polyester–melamine coil coating formulation reinforced with surface-modified cellulose nanofibrils.