Number of hours
- Lectures 10.5
- Projects -
- Tutorials 1.5
- Internship -
- Laboratory works -
ECTS
ECTS 1.5
Goal(s)
To get deep insights on the surface grafting approaches applied to lignocellulosics and the characterisation of their surface before and after modification.
Responsible(s)
Mohamed Naceur BELGACEM
Content(s)
Introduction
Methods of characterisation
Surface phenomena
Adhesion
Modification strategies : Functionalisation of cellulose fibres
- Corona & Plasma treatment
- Esterification
- Etherification
- Urethane formation
- Siloxane formation
Conclusions
Surface chemistry, Surface phenomena and adhesion, Polymers
Test
Presentation based on a scientific paper
Etude et présentation d'un article scientifique/Presentation based on a scientific paper
The exam is given in english only
Calendar
The course exists in the following branches:
- Curriculum - Master Bio2 - Semester 9 (this course is given in english only)
Additional Information
Course ID : 6FMT1013
Course language(s): 
You can find this course among all other courses.
Bibliography
– Mittal K. L. et Pizzi A., “Handbook of Adhesive Technology”, Second Edition, Marcel Dekker, New York, 2003, pp. 1024.
– Mittal K. L. et Pizzi A., “Adhesion Promotion Techniques: Technological Applications”, Marcel Dekker, New York, 1999, pp. 404.
– Adamson A. W., “Physical Chemistry of Surfaces”, Fifth Edition, John Wiley & Son, New York, 1990.
– Belgacem, M. N. et Gandini A., The surface modification of cellulose fibres for use as reinforcing elements in composite materials. Composite Interfaces, 12, 41-75, (2005).