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A Feasibility Study on Enclosing Nanocellulose in a Capsule. Pei-Yu Kuo. Outline. Introduction Material and Methods Difficulties of Project. Introduction. Nanocellulose or Microfibrillated Cellulose ( MFC) A high aspect ratio 5-20 nanometers width 100-2000 nanometers long.
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A Feasibility Study on Enclosing Nanocellulose in a Capsule Pei-Yu Kuo
Outline • Introduction • Material and Methods • Difficulties of Project
Introduction Nanocellulose or Microfibrillated Cellulose (MFC) • A high aspect ratio 5-20 nanometers width 100-2000 nanometers long
Introduction • High strength • High stiffness • Low weight • Biodegradability • Renewability
Introduction • Gel form is not suitable to storage or to transport. • With high water content • Fibers entangle easily • Compatibility to polymer is low and dispersion is bad
Introduction Polymer Nanocellulose
Materials and Methods Homogenization
Materials and Methods Co-Electrospray Homogenization Depends on Nozzle Heat
Materials and Methods Pump 1 Voltage generator Pump 2 Nanocellulose PHB Jet Droplet Microparticles Alumnium foil
Difficulties of Project • Remove Solvent • Core/Shell ratio • Degree of Encapsulation • Payload • Particle Size