Methods and applications of nanocellulose loaded with inorganic nanomaterials: A review. (1st February 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Zhang, Qing; Zhang, Lei; Wu, Weibing; Xiao, Huining
• Is Part Of: Carbohydrate polymers. Volume 229(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-02-01
• Subjects: Nanocellulose -- Inorganic nanoparticle -- Nanocomposite -- Method -- Application; Polysaccharides -- Periodicals; Polysaccharides -- Periodicals; Polysaccharides -- Périodiques; Electronic journals; 547.78
• DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2019.115454
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0144-8617

Abstract

Highlights: Nanocellulose is an excellent supporting substrate to load nano-structured materials. Inorganic nanomaterials can be linked with nancellulose physically or chemically. The synergistic effect of nancellulose and inorganic nanomaterials leads to unique properties. The nanocomposites show wide applications in conventional and high-grade fields. Abstract: Nanocellulose obtained from natural renewable resources has attracted enormous interests owing to its unique morphological characteristics, excellent mechanical strength, biocompatibility and biodegradability for a variety of applications in many fields. The template structure, high specific surface area, and active surface groups make it feasible to conduct surface modification and accommodate various nano-structured materials via physical or chemical deposition. The review presented herein focuses on the methodologies of loading different nano-structured materials on nanocellulose, including metals, nanocarbons, oxides, mineral salt, quantum dots and nonmetallic elements; and further describes the applications of nanocellulose composites in the fields of catalysis, optical electronic devices, biomedicine, sensors, composite reinforcement, photoswitching, flame retardancy, and oil/water separation.