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Using bamboo for industrial applications

Biotechnology, Chemistry, Engineering, Enviroment, Green Technologies, Machines and equipment, Natural Resources

Greater thermal conductivity

Treated bamboo has higher thermal conductivity than natural bamboo, which makes it more suitable for catalytic applications.

Greater chemical stability

The catalytic coating protects the bamboo from chemical degradation.

Reduced production costs

Treated bamboo is more stable and resistant to degradation, which reduces the need for maintenance and repairs.

Improved performance

The unobstructed microchannels allow fluids and reagents to flow better, which improves the performance of industrial processes.

Sustainability

Bamboo is a renewable and abundant raw material, which contributes to reducing environmental impact.

The problem-solution approach

Industry faces the challenge of finding sustainable and efficient materials for the production of goods and services. Bamboo is a promising alternative, but its use is limited by its low stability and porosity.

What is it?

The invention consists of a process for cutting and treating natural bamboo which results in a lignocellulosic device with unobstructed microchannels and better drainage. This procedure makes it possible to use bamboo in processes containing chemical reactions.

How it works

The hot water washing process removes starch from the bamboo, which is a food source for bacteria and fungi. The catalytic coating allows the bamboo to be used in chemical reactions such as hydrogenation and oxidation.

Inventors

Patent title:
Natural bamboo cutting and treatment process, lignocellulosic device, catalytic deposition process and a lignocellulosic catalytic microreactor

Deposit Number:
BR 10 2019 003286 3

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