This brief outlines the most recent advances in the production of polyols and polyurethanes from renewable resources, mainly vegetable oils, lignocellulosic biomass, starch, and protein. The typical processes for the production of polyols from each of the above mentioned feedstocks are introduced and the properties of the resultant polyols and polyurethanes are also discussed.
Table of Content
Introduction to bio-based polyols and polyurethanes.- Bio-based polyols and polyurethanes from vegetable oils and their derivatives.- Lignocellulosic biomass-based polyols for polyurethane applications.- Polyols and polyurethanes from protein-based feedstocks.
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Language English ● Format PDF ● Pages 79 ● ISBN 9783319215396 ● File size 2.1 MB ● Publisher Springer International Publishing ● City Cham ● Country CH ● Published 2015 ● Downloadable 24 months ● Currency EUR ● ID 4465563 ● Copy protection Social DRM