Abstract
Biocomposites with unique functionalities for tailored applications are promising products for a sustainable future. In this work, a process concept of forming functional composites by combining of high-density polyethylene, carbon black, and magnetic lignocellulosic particles (wood flour) was demonstrated. The impacts of process parameters on morphologies, crystalline phase, and magnetic intensity of wood flour were identified. Magnetic, antistatic and mechanical properties of biocomposites were also evaluated. Lignocellulosic particles were encapsulated with magnetic nanoparticles, and the resulting composites exhibited tunable magnetic and antistatic properties. A noticeable feature is that magnetic nanoparticles were uniformly distributed in the matrices as a result of anchorage to lignocellulosic particles. Magnetic lignocellulosic particles and polymer resin had good compatibility. The resulting composites provided another opportunity for shielding materials, which could reduce the radiation in the living environment. These findings could provide a tunable strategy of the tailored use of lignocellulose-based composites in functional applications.
Highlights
The space we inhabit is full of electromagnetic waves
Magnetic biocomposites were prepared by the combined use of high-density polyethylene, carbon black and magnetic wood flour
Magnetic nanoparticles, which were anchored to wood flour, carbon black and magnetic wood flour
Summary
The space we inhabit is full of electromagnetic waves. Many people believe that it exerts harmful effects on the human health [1,2]. The importance of electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding is obvious [3]. Shielding materials are commonly used to reduce the damage on electronics instruments from EMI [2]. A perception of a negative effect is common. There will be a huge market for shielding materials which can reduce the effect of EMI via absorption and reflection mechanisms, in the field of architectural decoration and packaging materials
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