Advances in Chemical Engineering & Technology

Polymer Technology

In chemical compounds, polymerization occurs in a variety of reaction mechanisms that differ in complexity due to functional groups present in reacting compounds. Biopolymers contain monomeric units that are covalently bonded to the formation of larger structures. Biopolymers are polymers processed by living organisms. Cellulose is the most common organic compound for biopolymer. The deformation micromechanics of cotton and flax single natural cellulose fibers in relation to their use in cellulose-based networks and composite materials are reported.