Published Online:May 2025
Product Name:The IUP Journal of Mechanical Engineering
Product Type:Article
Product Code:IJME050525
DOI:10.71329/IUPJMECH/2025.18.2.66-96
Author Name:Kirubanandan Shanmugam
Availability:YES
Subject/Domain:Engineering
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Pages:66-96
This review delves into the complex world of nanocellulose-nano-Montmorillonite (MMT) composites, examining their preparation processes, unique characteristics, wide-ranging uses, and their significant contribution to promoting circular economy principles. By combining cellulose nanomaterials with MMT, a synergistic approach is taken to develop a new composite material with improved mechanical, thermal, and barrier properties. The review discusses how the nanocellulose-MMT composite demonstrates enhanced mechanical strength, thermal stability, and barrier properties, positioning it as a sustainable option compared to traditional materials. It also showcases the diverse applications of these nano-composites in fields like packaging, biomedical devices, and environmental cleanup, emphasizing their alignment with circular economy principles that aim to reduce waste and encourage recycling. By examining the entire life cycle of these composites, from production to use and eventual disposal or recycling, the paper underscores their role in supporting a circular economy. As the scientific community and industries seek ecofriendly solutions, understanding the fabrication, characteristics, and uses of nanocellulose-MMT composites is crucial for sustainable material development and resource management.
The increasing global demand for packaging materials has raised concerns about the environmental impact of synthetic plastics.