Bio-based coatings
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Using biochar instead of graphite
A recently conducted study presents the production and application of biochar in a UV radiation-curable epoxy paint as a substitute for graphite.
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Coffee against marine biofouling
Researchers have reported a polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) coating with coffee as antifoulant.
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Formaldehyde-free bio-adhesive for wood-based materials production
By means of a wood-based panel for interior construction, researchers from the Fraunhofer WKI are demonstrating the application possibilities for a newly developed, formaldehyde-free bio-adhesive.
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New film for biodegradable food packaging
Xyloglucan from tamarind seed kernel powder and chitosan were prepared using acetic acid as an oxidising agent to form a xyloglucan-chitosan film.
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SLIPS inspired by Nepenthes
Researchers have presented biomimetic slippery liquid-infused porous surfaces (SLIPS) fabricated by porous fluorinated polyurethane films for anti-icing applications.
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Oyster shells to form flame-retardant epoxy
Scientists have demonstrated the facile construction of a phosphorus-free and green organic-inorganic hybrid flame-retardant system.
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Tung oil-based coatings towards sustainable paper packaging materials
Researchers present photopolymerisable bio-based coatings for paper-based packaging materials. The obtained coatings confer high hydrophobicity and papers with improved air barrier and mechanical properties...
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University of York and Circa Group partner on bio-based chemistry institute
Together with Circa Group, the University of York launches a new institute for the promotion of bio-based products, the Circa Renewable Chemistry Institute (CRCI).
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Novel coating containing colourants from the red pitaya
Betalains from red pitaya were extracted as pigment and dye. Time and temperature could change the colour of the betalains-based ink and film.
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Interview: “Multiple opportunities for coatings developers
Dr Harrison Gallantree-Smith, a research scientist in the field of cellulose fibrils at Borregaard, summarises the benefits and challenges of cellulose-based products and gives an outlook on future developments....
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Interview: “No local competitor for bio-based paints in India
The sanctions against Russia have had a significant impact on Reincke Naturfarben's activities. However, Managing Director Ingo Reincke found opportunities in Asia to compensate for the lost business....
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Biodegradable superhydrophobic coating
Scientists have described the preparation and application of a biodegradable and superhydrophobic polylactic acid/carnauba wax coating.
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Polyurethane in silicone rubber for enhanced coating performances
Researchers have produced a highly adhesive and mechanically stable coating with dual-functional antifouling/anticorrosive performances by incorporating polyurethane chains into a silicone rubber framework....
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Jatropha oil in anti-corrosion coatings
During a recent study, bio-based acrylated and epoxidised jatropha oil was incorporated with graphene nanoplatelets to formulate corrosion resistance coatings.