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Controlled and safe hydrogen generation from waste aluminum and water, a new approach to hydrogen generation
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2024-11-30)
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Open AccessA new method is proposed to generate hydrogen in situ at low pressure from powder-pressed recycled aluminum turnings activated with small amounts of NaOH and drops of water. The contribution of this system is that the user ... -
Crystallization behavior and thermal properties of octa-phenyl-substituted silsesquioxane-modified polylactide (PLA)
(Springer, 2024-11-09)
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Open AccessThis study aims to understand the effects of adding octa-phenyl-substituted silsesquioxane (phSQ) on the crystallization process and thermal stability of polylactide (PLA). Nowadays, PLA is the most industrially used ... -
Structural, thermal and mechanical assessment of green compounds with natural rubber
(MDPI AG, 2024-08-07)
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Open AccessThe inadequate disposal of tires poses a significant threat to human health and requires effective recycling solutions. The crosslinked structure of rubber, formed through sulfur bridges during vulcanization, presents a ... -
Microstructural phenomena in ground tire rubber (GTR) devulcanized via combined thermochemomechanical and microwave processes monitored by FTIR and DTGA assisted by other techniques
(Budapest University of Technology and Economics, 2024-09-01)
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Open AccessAnalyzing rubber waste is crucial for value-added recycling, but the multitude of ingredients in vulcanized networks makes it challenging to characterize cross-linked rubbers. A combination of analytical techniques is ... -
Recycling devulcanized EPDM to improve engineering properties of SBR rubber compounds
(Elsevier, 2024-11-01)
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Open AccessEthylene propylene diene rubbers (EPDM) have gained substantial attention in automotive and industrial applications owing to their exceptional resistance against weathering and heat. Despite their advantages, the elastomeric ... -
ß-Cyclodextrin-modified cotton fabric for medical and hospital applications with photodynamic antibacterial activity using methylene blue
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2024-09-01)
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Open AccessThe use of cyclodextrins in textiles for the development of biofunctional fabrics represents an interesting alternative for the advancement of dental, medical, and hospital materials. Cyclodextrins can interact with the ... -
Metal–organic frameworks as promising textile flame retardants: importance and application methods
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute, 2024-09-09)
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Open AccessWe present a review of current research on promising flame retardants using specific methods of applying metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) to the highly flammable fibrous surface of cotton fabric. In this review, we initially ... -
Application of polyethylenimine hyperbranched polymers in low salt reactive dyeing of cellulose
(2024-01/12)
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Open AccessThis study aimed to graft a commercial amino-terminated hyperbranched polymer (AHP), specifically a low molecular weight branched polyethylenimine, onto cotton fibres through partial oxidation of cellulose with periodate. ... -
Comparative analysis of the effects of incorporating post-industrial recycled LLDPE and post-consumer PE in films: macrostructural and microstructural perspectives in the packaging industry
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2024-03-27)
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Open AccessIn accordance with the Circular Economy Package of the European directive, the Spanish government compels manufacturers of plastic bags to include into their products a minimum of 70% of polyethylene (PE) waste. Following ... -
Fluorescent labeling of micro/nanoplastics for biological applications with a focus on “true-to-life" tracking
(2024-09)
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Open AccessThe increased environmental presence of micro-/nanoplastics (MNPLs) and the potential health risks associated with their exposure classify them as environmental pollutants with special environmental and health concerns. ... -
Antimicrobial composites based on methacrylic acid–methyl methacrylate electrospun fibers stabilized with copper(II)
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2024-06-14)
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Open AccessThis study presents fibers based on methacrylic acid–methyl methacrylate (Eudragit L100) as Cu(II) adsorbents, resulting in antimicrobial complexes. Eudragit L100, an anionic copolymer synthesized by radical polymerization, ... -
Recent progress of cotton fabric based on bio-inspired modification for oil/water separation
(2024-04-04)
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Restricted access - publisher's policyWith the continuous development of the industry, oil spill accidents occur frequently. Oil/water separation materials are considered to be a major choice for the treatment of oily wastewater due to their flexible operation ...
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