Biodegradable Coated Paper Composition to Prevent Cracks and Pinholes
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional coated papers using non-biodegradable resins face environmental degradation issues, and biodegradable alternatives like poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate) suffer from coating defects such as cracks and pinholes.
Innovation Solution
A coated paper design incorporating a coating layer with poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate) and an adhesive, with a specific weight ratio, on a paper base material, optionally with a seal layer, to enhance adhesion and reduce defects.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If biodegradable plastic poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate) is used as coating material, then environmental degradability is improved, but coating defects such as cracks and pinholes occur
Solution Approach 1:
The invention uses a composite coating system combining biodegradable polyester (P3HB3HH) with adhesive resins (polyvinyl alcohol, carboxymethyl cellulose, or starch) to create a coating layer that maintains both biodegradability and coating integrity. The adhesive components fill and seal potential defect areas while the biodegradable polyester provides environmental breakdown capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention optimizes specific parameters including the weight ratio of biodegradable polyester to adhesive (99.9/0.1 to 60.0/40.0), coating amount (1.0 to 20.0 g/m²), and molecular weight of the polyester (50,000 to 500,000). These parameter adjustments ensure proper film formation while preventing coating defects.
2Reliability
If conventional non-biodegradable resin is used for coating, then coating performance and durability are improved, but environmental load increases
Solution Approach 1:
The invention modifies the chemical composition parameters of the coating material by using biodegradable polyester with specific molecular weights (50,000 to 500,000) and controlled composition ratios, enabling environmental degradation while maintaining coating functionality through optimized formulation.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention creates a composite coating system that integrates biodegradable polyester with adhesive resins, combining the environmental benefits of biodegradability with the performance characteristics of conventional adhesives, achieving both reliability and reduced environmental impact.
3Manufacturing precision
If high coating amount is applied to reduce defects, then coating quality is improved, but material cost and processing load increase
Solution Approach 1:
The invention optimizes the coating amount parameter to a specific range (1.0 to 20.0 g/m²) that achieves adequate coverage and defect prevention without excessive material consumption. This optimal parameter range balances coating quality with material efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The adhesive components (polyvinyl alcohol, carboxymethyl cellulose, or starch) act as intermediaries that enhance coating uniformity and fill potential defect areas, allowing effective coating at lower material amounts by improving distribution and reducing waste.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The coated paper achieves biodegradability with minimal coating defects, maintaining quality and functionality, suitable for various applications including heat-sealing, water-resistance, and oil-resistance.
Implementation Method 1
an aqueous dispersion liquid of biodegradable polyester that contains poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate)
Implementation Method 2
excellent in film forming property and gives a resin coating film that is flexible, extends well, and resists bending
Implementation Method 3
a coating layer including poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate) and an adhesive
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AI summary
An object of the present invention is to provide a coated paper that includes a coating layer containing poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate) with few coating defects. As a solution, the present invention provides a coated paper including a coating layer containing poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate) and an adhesive, on at least one side of a paper substrate. A solid content weight ratio of the poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate) to the adhesive in the coating layer is 99.9/0.1 to 60.0/40.0.