Sustainable Product Development Using Bio–Based Plastics Materials and Technologies

Focused on bio–based plastics materials and related product development opportunities, this book offers practical guidance for professionals in product design and development to take advantage of the opportunities offered by new material and technology developments. With valuable information about sustainable products of polymer materials, the text guides readers to develop approaches and set objectives for design and manufacture with bio–based plastics. With case studies throughout the text, this is an ideal introduction to this cutting–edge topic for polymer scientists and materials scientists, as well as associated businesspeople and entrepreneurs.