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Structure-Property Relationship and Multiple Processing Studies of Novel Bio-Based Thermoplastic Polyurethane Elastomers
PublicationCurrently, the growing demand for polymeric materials has led to an increased need to develop effective recycling methods. This study focuses on the multiple processing of bio-based thermoplastic polyurethane elastomers (bio-TPUs) as a sustainable approach for polymeric waste management through mechanical recycling. The main objective is to investigate the influence of two reprocessing cycles on selected properties of bio-TPUs....
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A mathematical model of rheological behavior of novel bio-based isocyanate-terminated polyurethane prepolymers
PublicationIn this paper, the results of rheological study on isocyanate-terminated polyurethane prepolymers, containing modified soybean oil residues incorporated into the chemical structure are described. Isocyanate-terminated prepolymers were synthesized from 4,4′-diphenylmethane diisocyanate and the mixture of hydroxylated soybean oil and commercial polyether. The measurements were performed by using rotary rheometer R/S-CPS+ (Brookfield,...
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Chemical structure, thermal and mechanical characterization of bio-based polyurethane composites filled with microcrystalline cellulose
PublicationOver the past several decades, the interest in replacing the synthetic components used in the production of polymers and composites with their natural counteparts has been growing. Biocomposites belong to the group of materials produced with the use of renewable raw materials. There has been a recent surge of interest in the industrial applications of composites containing natural fibres reinforced with biopolymers. Biopolymers...
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Kinetics study of the fully bio-based poly(propylene succinate) synthesis. Functional group approach
PublicationCurrently, the increasing importance of the bio-based chemical compounds development is visible in the polymer chemistry, chemical engineering and materials science. It is well-known that the various purity level and different contaminants characterize petrochemical-based compounds compared to their biobased counterparts. Therefore, it is necessary to find out the contaminants impact on the bio-based monomers synthesis. One of...
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Effect of bio-polyol molecular weight on the structure and properties of polyurethane-polyisocyanurate (PUR-PIR) foams
PublicationThe increasing interest in polyurethane materials has raised the question of the environmental impact of these materials. For this reason, the scientists aim to find an extremely difficult balance between new material technologies and sustainable development. This work attempts to validate the possibility of replacing petrochemical polyols with previously synthesized bio-polyols and their impact on the structure and properties...
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Bio-inspired Decisional DNA in Machinas and other Man-made Systems: The Way Forward
PublicationArtificial bio-inspired intelligent techniques and systems supporting smart, knowledge-based solutions of real world problems which are currently researched very extensively by research teams around the world, have enormous potential to enhance automation of decision making and problem solving for a number of diverse areas including design, manufacturing, Information Technology (IT), social communities of practice, and economics...
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A Multi Rig Screening Test for Thin Ceramic Coatings in Bio-Tribological Applications
PublicationZaprezentowano metodę badań ogólnej charakterystyki tribologicznej cienkich powłok ceramicznych z wykorzystaniem równoległych testów na wielu stanowiskach o różnej konfiguracji styku powierzchni trących i przy ruchu o różnym charakterze (jednokierunkowym i posuwisto zwrotnym). Przedstawiono wyniki porównania przy pomocy jednoczesnej analizy wyników testów z różnych stanowisk; w wyniku testów uzyskano ranking powłok ze wskazaniem...
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Silver-doped TiO2 prepared by microemulsion method: surface properties, bio- and photoactivity
PublicationOtrzymane fotokatalizatory typu Ag-TiO2 wykazywały wyższą aktywność w reakcjach fotodegradacji fenolu w obecności promieniowania z zakresu UV oraz światła widzialnego w porównaniu z komercyjnym katalizatorem Degussa P25 oraz czystym niedomieszkowanym TiO2, otrzymanym w mikroemulsji woda-AOT-cykloheksan. Powierzchnia właściwa (BET) otrzymanych katalizatorów wynosiła od 100 do 160 m2/g. Na podstawie analizy rentgenowskiej (XRD) stwierdzono,...
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Coffee silverskin as a potential bio-based antioxidant for polymer materials: Brief review
PublicationCoffee silverskin is one of the by-products generated by the coffee industry. Although it is not the most burdensome one, because it stands only for ~4.2 wt % of coffee, it seems like an auspicious raw material for industrial processes. Coffee silverskin is characterized by a relatively low moisture content of ~5–7%, so it often does not require quite energy-consuming drying processes. The chemical composition of coffee silverskin,...
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"istota zamieszkiwania: refleksje wpasowane [bio]morficznie. DWA PARKI | DWA ŚWIATY"
PublicationMyśląc o zamieszkiwaniu poruszam się w nurcie filozofii przyrody. Park Schopenhauera jest punktem odniesienia dla uwolnienia refleksji dotykającej ludzkich schronień. Domy, ich postaci kompletne są celem procesu, którego etapem jest tworzenie rzeźb zaprezentowanych w otwartej przestrzeni przyrodniczo-kulturowej. W Oliwie, pośród drzew, wzdłuż Potoku Oliwskiego umieszczony został cykl rzeźb zatytułowanych „istota zamieszkiwania:...
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Structure-rheology relationship of fully bio-based linear polyester polyols for polyurethanes - Synthesis and investigation
PublicationThe synthesis of polyols from renewable substances as an alternative for petrochemical-based polyols play important matter in the polyurethane industry. In this work, the fully bio-based linear polyester polyols with different catalyst amounts were synthesized via two-step polycondensation method. The effect of various catalyst content on the structure and rheological behavior were established. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy,...
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Novel bio-based thermoplastic poly(ether-urethane)s. Correlations between the structure, processing and properties
PublicationThe main purpose of this work was to analyze the effect of the number of unreacted isocyanate groups and the [NCO]/[OH] molar ratio during the chain extension of a prepolymer during the polymerization process on the structure, processing and selected properties of thermoplastic poly(ether-urethane)s. Three series of novel thermoplastic polyurethanes were obtained via a prepolymer route. Three prepolymers were synthesized from diisocyanate...
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Influence of bio-polyols with different molecular weight on properites of PUR-PIR foams
Open Research DataThis work attempts to validate the possibility of replacing petrochemical polyols with previously synthesized bio-polyols and their impact on the structure and properties of rigid polyurethane-polyisocyanurate (PUR-PIR). The influence of bio-polyols addition on foam properties was investigated by mechanical testing, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy...
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Bio-enriched Pleurotus mushrooms for deficiency control and improved antioxidative protection of human platelets?
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Biopolymers based paper coating with promoted grease resistivity, bio-degradable and mechanical properties
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From Individual to Collective: Intelligence Amplification with Bio-Inspired Decisional DNA and its Extensions
PublicationIn nature, deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) contains the genetic instructions used in the development and functioning of all known living organisms. The idea behind our vision is to develop an artificial system, an architecture that would support discovering, adding, storing, improving and sharing information and knowledge among agents and organizations through experience. We propose a novel Knowledge Representation (KR) approach in...
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Bio and slide bearings, their lubrication by non-Newtonian oils and applications in non-conventional systems
PublicationProject MTK-CT-2005-2008-517226Praca opisuje główne kierunki badawcze projektu europejskiego ToK, którego autor jest koordynatorem z ramienia Politechniki Gdańskiej.
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Effect of bio-based components on the chemical structure, thermal stability and mechanical properties of green thermoplastic polyurethane elastomers
PublicationIt seems to be obvious that conditions changes during polyols synthesis have impact on the polyols properties. Even the chemical formula is the same or similar, physicochemical properties and also molecular weight of polyols might be different and are significant in term of future polyurethanes properties and processing. In this work, fully bio-based poly(propylene succinate)s synthesized at different temperature conditions were...
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Renewable natural resources as green alternative substrates to obtain bio-based non-isocyanate polyurethanes-review
PublicationCommercially available polyurethanes are synthesized by the polyaddition of diisocyanates with polyols and low molecular weight chain extenders. A new approach to polyurethanes synthesis is realized via non-isocyanate routes. Negative impacts of petroleum-based chemicals on the environment and human health as well as gradual reduction of fuel-based resources, which leads to an increase in their prices, are an incentive to looking...
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Bio-based polyester polyols for polyurethane foams - chemical structure of reference sample
Open Research DataPresented dataset includes the results of FTIR and H NMR spectroscopy of bio-based polyester polyol - poly(propylene succinate) (reference sample for materials obtained during MINIATURA 4 project realization).
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bio-based polyester polyols - chemical structure of Miniatura 4 proper samples
Open Research DataPresented results are related with project MINIATURA 4 realization. At the document, the chemical structure of bio-based polyester polyols (poly(propylene-co-propan-1,2,3-triol succinate)s) are presented as analysis of FTIR and H NMR spectroscopy.
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Virtual engineering process (VEP): a knowledge representation approach for building bio-inspired distributed manufacturing DNA
PublicationThe objective of this research is to provide a user-friendly and effective way of representing engineering processes for distributed manufacturing systems so that they can develop, accumulate and share knowledge. The basic defini-tion and principle of the approach is introduced first and then the prototype version of the system is developed and demonstrated with case studies, which verify the feasibility of the proposed approach....
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Bio based PUR-PIR foams thermal degradation (TG) and isoconversional kinetics
Open Research DataIn the present work, we perform a thorough thermogravimetric (TG) analysis of the bio-based polyurethane – polyisocyanurate (PUR-PIR) foams in both nitrogen and oxygen atmosphere. A sustainable element of the foam was a biopolyol obtained via acid-catalyzed liquefaction of Zostera Marina and Enteromorpha Algae biomass. Based on isoconversional analysis...
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The role of hydrogen bonding on tuning hard-soft segments in bio-based thermoplastic poly(ether-urethane)s
PublicationThis work describes the preparation of bio-based thermoplastic poly(ether-urethane)s (TPU) via a prepolymer method and investigates the effect of varying the interphase hydrogen-bonding (H-bonding) on physicochemical, thermal and mechanical properties. This was achieved by varying the glycol type and molar ratio of [NCO]/[OH] groups used during the prepolymer chain extending step. The TPUs’ chemical structure was analyzed by Fourier...
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Fully bio-based poly(propylene succinate) synthesis and investigation of thermal degradation kinetics with released gases analysis
PublicationOne of the most important information about polyesters is their thermal stability and phase transition tem- peratures. These characteristics give information about the promising behavior of the polyester during proces- sing. In this work, linear bio-based polyester polyols were prepared with the use of succinic acid and 1.3- propanediol (both with natural origin). As a polycondensation catalyst was used tetraisopropyl orthotitanate...
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Zastosowanie sprzężonej metody DSC-TG/QMS w identyfikacji produktów degradacji termicznej bio-polioli poliestrowych
PublicationW trakcie prezentacji omówione zostały podstawowe informacje dotyczące syntezy polioli poliestrowych oraz charakterystyki wybranych właściwości fizykochemicznych otrzymanych półproduktów weryfikujących możliwość ich wykorzystania w produkcji określonej grupy wyrobów. Ponadto, przedstawiłam wnikliwą analizę wyników badań stabilności termicznej oraz produktów degradacji liniowych bio-polioli poliestrowych.
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Termoplastyczne elastomery poli(estro-uretanowe) otrzymywane z udziałem bio-glikolu poddane dwukrotnemu przetwórstwu
PublicationRecykling materiałów polimerowych w istotny sposób wpływa na zmniejszenie ilości odpadów z tworzyw sztucznych składowanych na wysypiskach śmieci. Jedną z metod recyklingu jest recykling mechaniczny, stosowany szczególnie w przypadku materiałów o właściwościach termoplastycznych. W pracy zbadano wpływ dwukrotnego przetwórstwa termoplastycznych elastomerów poli(estro-uretanowych), TPU, otrzymywanych z udziałem bio-glikolu na strukturę...
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Amber extract as a bio‐additive to poly(lactic acid) films: Multimethod analysis of crystallinity and stability
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High dimensional Bio medical images denoising using wavelet transform and modified bilateral filter
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Synthesis and characterization of mechanically alloyed nanostructured ternary titanium based alloy for bio-medical applications
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The Use of Raman Spectroscopy to Monitor Changes in the Intensity of Ratio of Integral Unsaturated Bands in Bio-Greases
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Effect of bio-polyol molecular weight on the structure and properties of polyurethane-polyisocyanurate (PUR-PIR) foams
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Bio-mitigation of organic pollutants using horseradish peroxidase as a promising biocatalytic platform for environmental sustainability
PublicationA wide array of environmental pollutants is often generated and released into the ecosystem from industrial and human activities. Antibiotics, phenolic compounds, hydroquinone, industrial dyes, and Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) are prevalent pollutants in water matrices. To promote environmental sustainability and minimize the impact of these pollutants, it is essential to eliminate such contaminants. Although there are...
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Synteza, struktura chemiczna i właściwości termoplastycznych bio-poli(etero-uretanów) syntezowanych z surowców pochodzenia roślinnego.
PublicationPrzeprowadzone studia literaturowe, zaprezentowane w części teoretycznej dysertacji, umożliwiły wskazanie głównego kierunku badawczego w ramach studiów doktoranckich. Zaplanowane badania miały na celu opracowanie syntezy oraz zbadanie struktury chemicznej i właściwości nowych termoplastycznych bio-poli(etero-uretanów) (TPUs) otrzymywanych z zastosowaniem monomerów pochodzenia roślinnego. Zrealizowane badania zostały podzielone...
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Synthesis, structure and properties of poly(ester-urethane)s obtained using bio-based and petrochemical1,3-propanediol and 1,4-butanediol
PublicationIn this paper, the poly(ester-urethane)s obtained using petrochemical and bio-based chain extenders were prepared and characterized. The influence of glycols’ origin on the chemical structure, mechanical and thermal properties of the prepared polyurethanes was studied. The materials were synthesised by prepolymer method. The first step involved the reaction of α,ω-dihydroxy(ethylene-butylene adipate (POLIOS 55/20) with 4,4’-diphenylmethane...
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Diamine derivatives of dimerized fatty acids and bio-based polyether polyol as sustainable platforms for the synthesis of non-isocyanate polyurethanes
PublicationA series of environmentally friendly non-isocyanate polyurethanes (NIPUs) were successfully prepared via the polyaddition reaction of bio-based polyether polyol-based cyclic carbonate with diamine derivative of dimerized fatty acids. The syntheses of NIPUs were realized by the three-step method in the absence of toxic solvents and, importantly, the process of carbonation did not require the use of elevated pressure. The effect...
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Bio-fabrication of Zinc Oxide nanoparticles to rescue Mung Bean against Cercospora leaf spot disease
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Meat products Brassica exploiting anticarcinogenic potential of cabbage phytochemicals: Polish path to bio-inspired foods
PublicationBadania populacyjne ostatnich dwóch dziesięcioleci wskazują na sposób odżywiania jako jeden z głównych czynników zagrożenia chorobami cywilizacyjnymi, z nowotworami włącznie. W przypadku chorób nowotworowych głównym elementem diety sprzyjającej kancerogenezie jest czerwone mięso. Ze względu na wartość odżywczą i powszechność spożycia produktów mięsnych, poprawienie ich wartości żywieniowej staje się problemem o istotnym znaczeniu...
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Correlation between type of alkali rinsing, cytotoxicity of bio-nanocellulose and presence of metabolites within cellulose membranes
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INDUSTRIAL CLUSTERS AS A DEVICE OF STIMULATION OF COOPERATION AND INNOVATION OF SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES IN THE AREA OF BIO-ECONOMY
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Micro- and nano-level of bio-joint lubrication = Smarowanie biołożysk na poziomie mikro i nano
PublicationSmarowanie stawów człowieka koncentruje się w głównej mierze na tarciu granicznym oraz na tarciu mieszanym w cienkiej warstwie cieczy synowialnej zalegającej pomiędzy łatwo odkształcalnymi powierzchniami miękkiej chrząstki stawowej, na której wysokości chropowatości zmieniają się z czasem trwania procesu smarowania.Wartości sił tarcia granicznego ulegają zmianie w przypadku zmian wysokości nierówności dochodzących do dziesiątych...
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Bio-inspired Urban Design: Smart Growth and Sustainable Development Frameworks for a New Urban Unit in Cracow
PublicationIn March 2012, architects João Diniz (Brazil) and Dorota Wiśniewska (Poland) answered a call to competition from the City of Cracow, submitting an entry for the redesign of 5600 ha of the Nowa Huta district in eastern Cracow, focusing on economic revitalization within a framework of smart growth and sustainable development. The scenario included an ArcerolMittal Steelworks and incorporated a strong ecological analysis for the easternmost...
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A comprehensive review on current and emerging technologies toward the valorization of bio‐based wastes and by products from foods
PublicationIndustries in the agro-food sector are the largest generators of waste in the world. Agro-food wastes and by products originate from the natural process of senescence, pretreatment, handling, and manufacturing processes of food and beverage products. Notably, most of the wastes are produced with the transformation of raw materials (such as fruits, vegetables, plants, tubers, cereals, and dairy products) into different processed...
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Advanced nanomaterials and metal-organic frameworks for catalytic bio-diesel production from microalgal lipids – A review
PublicationIncreasing energy demands require exploring renewable, eco-friendly (green), and cost-effective energy resources. Among various sources of biodiesel, microalgal lipids are an excellent resource, owing to their high abundance in microalgal biomass. Transesterification catalyzed by advanced materials, especially nanomaterials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), is a revolutionary process for overcoming the energy crisis. This review...
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Linear antenna microwave chemical vapour deposition of diamond films on long-period fiber gratings for bio-sensing applications
PublicationThe growth processes of nanocrystalline diamond (NCD) thin films on fused silica optical fibers with UV-induced long-period gratings (LPGs) were investigated with regard to biosensing applications. The films were deposited using a linear antenna microwave plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition system, which allows for the growth of diamond at temperatures below 350°C. The films exhibited a high refractive index n = 2.32, as...
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β-cyclodextrin-containing polymer based on renewable cellulose resources for effective removal of ionic and non-ionic toxic organic pollutants from water
PublicationA novel, bio-derived cyclodextrin-based trifunctional adsorbent has been successfully synthesized for efficient, rapid and simultaneous removal of a broad-spectrum of toxic ionic (anionic and cationic dyes) and non-ionic organic pollutants from water. The composition, morphology and the presence of functional groups in the obtained sorption material were characterized by elemental analysis, XRD, SEM, and FTIR spectroscopy. The...
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Maximizing Bio-Hydrogen and Energy Yields Obtained in a Self-Fermented Anaerobic Bioreactor by Screening of Different Sewage Sludge Pretreatment Methods
PublicationEgypt faces significant challenges in managing its sewage sludge generated in large quantities from wastewater treatment plants. This study investigates the feasibility of utilizing sewage sludge as a renewable resource for hydrogen production through anaerobic digestion at the 100 L bioreactor level. Hydrogen is considered a promising alternative energy source due to its high energy content and environmental benefits. To optimize...
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Badania porównawcze i ocena biodegradowalnego oleju do układów tnących pilarek łańcuchowych ''Profesjonalny Pilarz BIO''
PublicationCelem przeprowadzonych badań było sprawdzenie i porównanie parametrów oraz właściwości smarnych i przeciwzużyciowych z olejem maszynomym L-AN 68 (produktem stosowanym kiedyś w gospodarce leśnej do smarowania układów tnących pilarek łańcuchowych) oraz olejem Vexol Eko - biodegradowalnym produktem do smarowania prowadnic i łańcuchów pił, używanym obecnie przez OTL Świebodzin.
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Natural/bio-based sorbents as greener extractive materials for endocrine disrupting compounds in samples of different matrix composition
PublicationEndocrine-disrupting compounds (EDCs) are a group of chemicals that interfere with the endocrine system, leading to adverse effects on human health and the environment. Increasing concerns over the EDCs presence in various environmental compartments has driven the search for greener extraction materials. Recently, the use of polymers of natural origin (biopolymers) has been demonstrated to be an effective and promising research...
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Solid-State Modification of Poly(butylene terephthalate) with a Bio-Based Fatty Acid Dimer Diol Furnishing Copolyesters with Unique Morphologies
PublicationCopolyesters based on poly(butylene terephthalate) (PBT) and a bio-based fatty acid dimer diol (FADD) were prepared by solid-state modification (SSM). The chemical incorporation of the FADD into the backbone of the PBT was proven using various techniques. It was clear that the incorporation rate was diffusion-limited rather than reaction-limited. From quantitative 13C NMR a nonrandom chemical microstructure was obtained at all...