Publisher's Synopsis
The development of new nanocomposite materials using nanoclay and PVC has attracted considerable attention in recent years. In this study, the synthesis, characterization, and biological evaluation of new nanoclay doped PVC polyester blend composite films are investigated by A. Mohammed Ibrahim. The blend films were prepared using different ratios of PVC and polyester with the addition of nanoclay as a reinforcing agent. The nanoclay was selected for its unique properties such as high aspect ratio, large surface area, and excellent mechanical strength. The blend films were characterized using various techniques including X-ray diffraction, transmission electron microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy, and spectroscopy to investigate their morphology, crystallinity, functional groups, and dispersion. The mechanical, thermal, optical, electrical, and barrier properties of the composite films were evaluated. The results showed that the addition of nanoclay significantly improved the mechanical strength, thermal stability, and barrier properties of the blend films. The nanoclay also influenced the optical and electrical properties of the films. Furthermore, the biological evaluation of the blend films was performed to investigate their biocompatibility, cytotoxicity, and nanotoxicity. The results indicated that the nanoclay doped PVC polyester blend films exhibited good biocompatibility and low cytotoxicity, indicating their potential for biomedical applications such as drug delivery and tissue engineering. In addition, the potential applications of these new nanocomposite materials were explored in the food industry, pharmaceutical industry, agriculture, and environment due to their unique properties such as sustainability, renewable resources, and biodegradability. Overall, the synthesis, characterization, and biological evaluation of these new nanoclay doped PVC polyester blend composite films represent a promising direction in the development of new materials with potential applications in various fields.
