Case Western Reserve University

Amanda Way

Stuart J Rowan

Mo Hunsen

Stuart Rowan

Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) from the plant(MxG) and a matrix material are present in a composite composition. Impressive yields of MxG-CNCs are obtained through a combination of processing steps including base hydrolysis, bleaching and acid hydrolysis. MxG-CNCs are produced having high aspect ratios, are biorenewable and can be used for a wide range of applications such as nanofillers in composites.

Method for production of cellulose nanocrystals fromand composites therefrom

Methods for isolating cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) from the plant(MxG). Impressive yields are obtained through a combination of processing steps including base hydrolysis, bleaching and acid hydrolysis. MxG-CNCs are produced having high aspect ratios, are biorenewable and can be used for a wide range of applications such as nanofillers in composites. MxG-CNC-containing composites are also disclosed.

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Rocky River, OH, United States of America

Amanda Way