Carbohydrate Functional Coatings

Fundamentals and Applications

Häftad, Engelska, 2026

AvVaraprasad Kokkarachedu,Gownolla Malegowd Raghavendra

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Carbohydrate Functional Coatings: Fundamentals and Applications provides a detailed overview of how carbohydrate coatings can be functionalized to enhance their properties, including anti-microbial, antioxidant, anti-corrosive, and fire-resistant features, thus making them suitable for diverse applications. The book begins with fundamental concepts about carbohydrates, including their sources and classifications. It then discusses essential methods for applying these coatings and the techniques used to measure their effectiveness. Following sections highlight specific applications across various industries, such as food, agriculture, biomedicine, textiles, and building materials.

In addition, the content addresses challenges in the field and explores future directions for research and development, including the role of carbohydrate coatings in promoting sustainability and their potential environmental impacts. This book is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and advanced students who want to learn about the unique properties and applications of carbohydrate coatings, as well as the latest advancements in the field.

Reviews several methods for functionalizing carbohydrate coatings tailored for specific applications
Features applications of carbohydrate functional coatings in a wide variety of fields, such as food preservation, drug delivery, medical devices, and textiles
Addresses the importance of sustainability in coating technologies, discussing the environmental benefits of using biodegradable and non-toxic carbohydrate coatings

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2026-10-01
Mått191 x 235 x undefined mm
Vikt450 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor500
FörlagElsevier Science
ISBN9780443367878

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Dr. Varaprasad Kokkarachedu is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Design, San Sebastián University, Chile. He received PhD (2011) in biocidal temperature-sensitive hydrogels from the Department of Polymer Science and Technology, India. He worked as an Investigator at the Advanced Polymer Research Center (CIPA), Chile. He received 3 International Postdoctoral Fellowships at Creighton University, USA, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa, and Concepcion University, Chile. He developed the bioactivity of hybrid nanomaterials for advanced biomedical applications. He has published numerous articles, books, book chapters, and has 2 patents. His primary objective is to translate primary nano and polymer technology research results for the next generation of biomedical applications.Dr. Raghavendra earned both his Master’s degree and PhD in Polymer Science from the Department of Polymer Science and Technology at Sri Krishnadevaraya University, India, where he was awarded a gold medal for his Master's degree. He is also a recipient of the INSPIRE fellowship. His doctoral research focused on nanoparticle functional materials for biomedical applications. Following his PhD, Dr. Raghavendra received a postdoctoral fellowship from Yonsei University in South Korea, and currently he is an academic researcher at the Sri Krishnadevaraya University, India. His research interests span nanomaterials, green synthesis, coatings, food packaging, and composites, among other areas.

Section I. Fundamentals1. Introduction to Carbohydrates2. Carbohydrate Functional CoatingsSection II. Essentials of Coating Processes3. Coating Process and Methods of Coating4. Characterization TechniquesSection III. Engineering Coatings5. Engineering Carbohydrate Functional Anti-Corrosion Coatings6. Engineering Carbohydrate Functional Fire-Retardant Coatings7. Engineering Carbohydrate Functional Anti-Microbial CoatingsSection IV. Applications8. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Implant Applications9. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Drug Delivery Applications10. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Food Preservation Applications11. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Paper Applications12. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Controlled-Release of Fertilizers13. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Seed Coating Applications14. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Textiles Applications15. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Anti-Fogging Applications16. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings for Anti-Fouling ApplicationsSection V. Design, recycling, and environmental challenges17. Role of Carbohydrate Functional Coatings in Circular Economy18. Toxicity and Environmental ImpactsSection VI. Conclusion and Future Directions19. Holistic Review and Development Directions for Carbohydrate Functional Coatings