ArticlePolymers2025
Liquid Crystal Display-Based 3D Printing of Polylactic Acid/Microcrystalline Cellulose Composites.
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Abstract
This study explores the production of composites based on polylactic acid (PLA) reinforced with microcrystalline cellulose (MCC), using Additive Manufacturing technology via LCD. Polylactic acid, being biodegradable and possessing good mechanical properties, was combined with microcrystalline cellulose, which has a high modulus of elasticity, aiming to further improve its performance. Composites with different microcrystalline cellulose contents (1, 3, 5, and 10%) were obtained and compared to pure PLA. Characterization involved thermal, mechanical, morphological, and structural tests. The results showed that the addition of microcrystalline cellulose increases hardness, tensile strength, and modulus of elasticity. Scanning electron microscopy revealed more heterogeneous fracture surfaces in the composites compared to pure polylactic acid. Thermal stability varies according to the microcrystalline cellulose content, with increased degradation observed in some samples, reaching 1%. Increased water absorption was also detected with increasing microcrystalline cellulose concentration, indicating potential limitations in humid environments. The incorporation of microcrystalline cellulose, especially at moderate concentrations such as 3%, proved to be an effective strategy for improving the mechanical properties of polylactic acid.
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