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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