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Biodegradable Polylactic Acid and Its Composites: Characteristics, Processing, and Sustainable Applications in Sports

Polymers, ISSN: 2073-4360, Vol: 15, Issue: 14
2023
  • 51
    Citations
  • 0
    Usage
  • 215
    Captures
  • 2
    Mentions
  • 0
    Social Media
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  • Citations
    51
  • Captures
    215
  • Mentions
    2
    • Blog Mentions
      1
      • Blog
        1
    • News Mentions
      1
      • 1

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Polylactic acid (PLA) is a biodegradable polyester polymer that is produced from renewable resources, such as corn or other carbohydrate sources. However, its poor toughness limits its commercialization. PLA composites can meet the growing performance needs of various fields, but limited research has focused on their sustainable applications in sports. This paper reviews the latest research on PLA and its composites by describing the characteristics, production, degradation process, and the latest modification methods of PLA. Then, it discusses the inherent advantages of PLA composites and expounds on different biodegradable materials and their relationship with the properties of PLA composites. Finally, the importance and application prospects of PLA composites in the field of sports are emphasized. Although PLA composites mixed with natural biomass materials have not been mass produced, they are expected to be sustainable materials used in various industries because of their simple process, nontoxicity, biodegradability, and low cost.

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