Cellulose-lignin blends are explored as eco-friendly alternatives for carbon fiber production, potentially reducing reliance on costly fossil-based polymers.
The composition and processing conditions during fiber creation significantly affect the resulting carbon fiber's properties and carbonization behavior.
A combination of solid state and 2D solution NMR techniques reveals how different anti-solvents and lignin presence alter the chemical structure and thermal reactions of these precursors, aiding in the enhancement of carbon fiber characteristics.