\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePlant Tuber and Root-based Biocomposites: Development, Characterization, and Applications\u003c/i\u003e discusses the latest advances in this important research field. The book details novel tuber and root-based materials individually and covers their manufacturing, characterization, and applications. Emphasis is placed on the fundamental properties of these materials to address challenges and opportunities for industrial commercialization in the future. Various applications in food, medicine, textiles, biofuel, pulp, and paper-making industries, as well as bioenergy, packaging, and automotive, are covered.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eCovers the latest advances in the application of bio-based feedstocks (tubers/root fibers) for manufacturing composites\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncludes materials selection, design solutions, manufacturing techniques, structural analysis, and performance of tuber and root-based composites in various applications\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eExplores new materials such as \u003ci\u003eDioscorea hispida\u003c/i\u003e, arrowroot bagasse, and cassava bagasse\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eCovers step-by-step procedures to develop biodegradable packaging materials such as extraction of raw materials, treatment of materials, and incorporation of additives to improve the functional properties of developed products\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncludes nanobiocomposites, covers commercialization, and is a practical guide to realistic applications\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e
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