In this study, we prepared stable aqueous nanocomposite emulsions containing different concentrations of cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) and poly butyl methacrylate matrix via a one-step surfactant-free Pickering emulsion polymerisation process. This approach is relatively simple and allows the design of complex structures involving both solid particles attachment and polymerization in one step. The emulsions were used to impregnate wood samples and the properties of the coated surfaces were evaluated.
Keywords: nanocomposites, Pickering emulsion polymerization, wood impregnation, oak wood
Authors
Carmen-Mihaela Popescu
Centre of Wood Science and Technology, Edinburgh Napier University, United Kingdom
Petru Poni Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry of the Romanian Academy, Iasi, Romania
Daniela Pamfil
Petru Poni Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry of the Romanian Academy, Iasi, Romania
Dongyang Sun
School of Engineering and Built Environment, Edinburgh Napier University, United Kingdom
Maria-Cristina Popescu
Petru Poni Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry of the Romanian Academy, Iasi, Romania
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