Replace Single Use Plastics with Nanofibres
Cellulose Nanofibers as an Alternative to Petroleum-based Plastics
Tags: Osaka University, Japan, Science & Exploration, Industrial Automation & Manufacturing
Researchers have developed eco-friendly hydrogels and moldings from cellulose nanofibers to potentially replace single-use plastics. Using electrophoretic deposition, they've oriented nanofibers in controlled ways, mimicking biological tissues. This versatile technique also applies to other materials like sodium alginate and nanoclay. The resulting products, with their smooth surfaces and complex architectures, promise applications in healthcare and biotech. This innovation could significantly reduce reliance on petroleum-based plastics.
IP Type or Form Factor: Process & Method; Material
TRL: Not specified
Industry or Tech Area: Nanotechnology; Sustainable Raw Materials
