Conversion of Lignin into Bio-Based Chemicals and Materials

• Main Authors: Xu, Chunbao (Author), Ferdosian, Fatemeh (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Berlin, Heidelberg : Springer Berlin Heidelberg : Imprint: Springer, 2017.
• Series: Green Chemistry and Sustainable Technology,
• Subjects: Chemistry.; Renewable energy resources.; Biotechnology.; Chemical engineering.; Renewable energy sources.; Alternate energy sources.; Green energy industries.; Ceramics.; Glass.; Composites (Materials).; Composite materials.; Renewable and Green Energy.; Ceramics, Glass, Composites, Natural Materials.; Industrial Chemistry/Chemical Engineering.

This book presents an overview of various types of lignin and their unique structures and properties, as well as utilizations of crude or modified technical lignin for high-value bioproducts such as lignin-based PF resins/adhesives, epoxy resins, PF foams, PU foams, rubber reinforcement and carbon f...