| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2025 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Biological Materials Science
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| Presentation Title |
Atomistic Investigation of Interfacial Interactions in Wood Coated with Layered Double Hydroxides-Induced Stearic Acid |
| Author(s) |
Yuqi Feng, Denvid Lau |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Denvid Lau |
| Abstract Scope |
Public awareness of energy and climate change has driven the development of energy-efficient buildings and bio-based building materials. Wood-based biomaterials are highly valued in green building practices due to their sustainability. However, their susceptibility to mold contamination impacts human health, especially in warm-humid climates and poorly ventilated buildings. This study aims to modify wood fibers against mold through in-situ growth of zinc-aluminum layered double hydroxides (LDH) combined with a stearic acid (STA) hydrophobic modification process. Surface changes of the modified fibers are confirmed by characterization techniques, and molecular dynamics simulations are employed to reveal the modification mechanisms. The resistance of modified wood fibers to mold infestation is demonstrated by laboratory tests, and their chemical and thermal stability are evaluated. These mold-resistant wood fiber biocomposites hold potential for use in indoor and outdoor building materials, contributing to a healthy and harmonious coexistence between humans and environment. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Composites, Modeling and Simulation, Sustainability |