Enhancing Mechanical Properties of Biopolymer-Based Composites: The Influence of Organic and Inorganic Additives

Abstract

This study investigates the mechanical properties of modified biopolymer-based composites reinforced with organic (collagen, keratin) and inorganic (silicates, cellulose derivatives) additives. Results demonstrate enhanced tensile strength and elongation at break, highlighting the potential of optimized additive concentrations for improving bioplastic durability. These findings contribute to the development of sustainable, high-performance biodegradable materials.

Keywords (in English)
biopolymers
biodegradable materials
mechanical properties
biocomposites
sustainable plastics
polymer additives
material reinforcement
eco-friendly materials
Author (co-authors)
First name Last name Institutional affiliation E-mail Phone number ORCID ID Academic status, position Institution address Author contribution(s) Institutional affiliation
Szymon
Szczepanik
szymon.szczepanik@dokt.p.lodz.pl
0000-0002-3979-5168
Stefanowskiego 16, 90-537 LODZ POLAND
Conceptualization
Data Curation
Formal Analysis
Investigation
Methodology
Software
Visualization
Writing – Original Draft Preparation
Institute of Polymer and Dye Technology
Mirosława
Prochoń
miroslawa.prochon@p.lodz.pl
Stefanowskiego 16, 90-537 LODZ POLAND
Project Administration
Resources
Supervision
Validation
Writing – Review & Editing
Institute of Polymer and Dye Technology
Manuscript file
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