Author:Mathew, Maya J; Dyanti, Nokuzola; Mokhena, Teboho C; Agbakoba, Victor; Sithole, Bishop BDate:Jun 2021This paper deals with the development of cellulose nanofibres (CNFs) reinforced biopolymers for use in packaging applications. Cellulose nanofibres were extracted from sawdust by a combination of chemical and mechanical treatments. The extracted ...Read more
Author:Mokoena, Teboho P; Mathew, Maya JDate:Apr 2020In this work, cellulose nanofibres (CNFs) were extracted from sawdust, which is an underutilized by-product from the wood and timber industry. The extracted CNFs by chemical and mechanical treatments had a web-like structure with diameters ...Read more