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School of Industrial Technology

Nano-OPT Biocomposite FDM Filament


Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) and Polybutylene-co-adipate terephthalate (PBAT) biopolymers were synergistically compounded to create a compatible blend of filaments tailored for application in the additive manufacturing field. The characteristics of these filaments were subsequently bolstered through the incorporation of a nanofiller derived from oil palm trunk, nanofibrillated cellulose (NFC), aimed at fortifying the composite's mechanical properties while preserving its biodegradability.

Key Features

  • Biodegradability
  • Wide range of processability

Benefits

  • Biodegradable
  • High-end usage

Potential Application

  • Medical instrument
  • Scaffolding

Researcher

Dr. Nurul Fazita Mohammad Rawi
Associate Professor
Dr. Nurul Fazita Mohammad Rawi
+604 653 4302
Room No. 172, BPC Tech, School of Industrial Technology
USM, Pulau Pinang 11800
Degree: B.Tech (USM), M.Sc (USM), Ph.D (The University of Auckland); Expertise: Natural fibre; Biocomposites and Biopolymer; Manufacture and thermoforming of biocomposite sheets; Packaging material from biocomposites