Utilizing Nanocellulose derived from plants and algae in Building Materials

Date:Feb 28 2024

Country: Finland

Application

• The main applications of nanocellulose in this project include improving the mechanical properties and durability of cement by enhancing strength, reducing pores, and increasing resistance to moisture and frost. It also helps modify viscosity and prevent shrinkage in cement mixtures.

Description

This project explores the use of nanocellulose, a sustainable material derived from natural sources like plants, bacteria, and algae, as an additive in building materials such as cement. Nanocellulose enhances the mechanical properties, durability, and sustainability of cement by reducing pores, improving moisture resistance, and increasing strength. The project aims to reduce the environmental impact of construction materials by replacing traditional cement ingredients with nanocellulose, ultimately contributing to carbon reduction in the construction industry.

Pathway Description:

It involves converting cellulose into nanocellulose through physical, chemical, and mechanical treatments, such as pulping, bleaching, and sonication. The nanocellulose is then added to cementitious materials as nanofibrils, nanocrystals, or filaments to improve the mechanical properties, durability, and stability of the cement.