Processing and Process Modeling of Extrusion Cast Films/Sheets from Agricultural Materials

Mrinal Bhattacharya, Professor
Ramaswamy Mani, Research Associate
Lon Johnson, Assistant Scientist

Funding Source

USDA National Research Initiative

Objective

The objective of this research is to evaluate the physical, morphological, and functional properties of these films as a function of various process conditions and blend compositions. The polyester will be modified by incorporating a functional group capable of reacting with functional groups on natural polymers. Numerical simulation of the calendering process will be attempted using two different classes of rheological constitutive equations.

Need or Impact

Development and validation of process models would aid in efficient product development and result in a cheaper product.

Project Status

Completed.