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Integrated production of lignin containing cellulose nanocrystals (LCNC) and nanofibrils (LCNF) using an easily recyclable di-carboxylic acid
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Di-carboxylic acid hydrolysis for the integrated production of lignin containing cellulose nanocrystals (LCNC) and nanofibrils (LCNF) using two unbleached mixed hardwood chemical pulps is demonstrated and LCNC and LCNF are favorable for composite applications.About:
This article is published in Carbohydrate Polymers.The article was published on 2017-07-01. It has received 169 citations till now. The article focuses on the topics: Cellulose & Lignin.read more
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Recent Strategies in Preparation of Cellulose Nanocrystals and Cellulose Nanofibrils Derived from Raw Cellulose Materials
TL;DR: In this article, various methods of preparation of CNCs and CNFs are summarized, including mechanical, chemical, and biological methods, in view of the benefits to fibrillation.
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Production routes to tailor the performance of cellulose nanocrystals
TL;DR: In this article, the authors assess the properties of cellulose nanocrystals from more than 30 production routes and 40 biomass sources to help CNC users select the right material for their desired application.
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Producing wood-based nanomaterials by rapid fractionation of wood at 80 °C using a recyclable acid hydrotrope
TL;DR: In this article, a novel acid hydrotrope, p-toluenesulfonic acid (p-TsOH), was used for the rapid and nearly complete dissolution of wood lignin below the boiling temperature of water.
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Cellulose nanomaterials: new generation materials for solving global issues
Teboho Clement Mokhena,Teboho Clement Mokhena,Maya Jacob John,Maya Jacob John,Maya Jacob John +4 more
TL;DR: In this article, a review describes the recent advances in the production and application of cellulose nanomaterials (CNMs) and their applications in various fields such as medical, sensors, in wastewater treatment, paper and board/packaging industry.
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Lignin-Containing Cellulose Nanofibril-Reinforced Polyvinyl Alcohol Hydrogels
Huiyang Bian,Huiyang Bian,Liqing Wei,Chunxiang Lin,Chunxiang Lin,Qianli Ma,Qianli Ma,Hongqi Dai,Junyong Zhu +8 more
TL;DR: In this article, the effects of loading and lignin content on the rheological and mechanical properties of reinforced polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) hydrogels were investigated.
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