Bio-based polymers for tomorrow's markets
Faced with environmental challenges and the need to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, the development of bio-based polymer materials is a major strategic focus for industry. It is in this context that ITERG, in partnership with LCPO, is leading the BioMaTMeca project, dedicated to the design of new high-performance bio-based polymers.
An innovative approach based on plant resources
The BioMaTMeca project, in partnership with the LCPO, is based on combining biosourced synthons, derived in particular from plant resources such as lignin, to develop original semi-crystalline polymers. The targeted polymer families include polyamides, polyesters, and isocyanate-free polyurethanes, offering credible alternatives to petroleum-based materials currently used in the materials and formulation additives markets.
Characterization and structure–property relationships
An in-depth physicochemical characterization of the polymers developed is carried out in order to establish robust structure-property relationships. This approach makes it possible to accurately assess the performance of the materials in terms of mechanical properties, suitability for industrial processing, and recyclability, which are key factors for their integration into existing industrial processes.
The semi-crystalline polymers obtained can also be combined with amorphous bio-based polyesters, paving the way for materials with modular and distinctive properties.