Chitosan nanocomposite thin films

27 October 2016

Researchers at the Sri Lanka Institute of Nanotechnology (SLINTEC) fabricated chitosan nanocomposite thin films by incorporating MgO nanoparticles to significantly improve the physical properties for potential packaging applications. Optimum mechanical properties of chitosan composites were yielded at 5 (w/w %) of MgO concentration, where tensile stress and elastic modulus significantly improved by 86% and 38%, respectively, compared to those of pure chitosan films.
Furthermore, the chitosan/MgO nanocomposites displayed remarkable thermal stability, flame retardant properties, UV shielding and moisture barrier properties. An article about the research is published in Carbohydrate Polymers.
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