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Innovative Lead Removal: Natural Rubber Latex Foam/Coconut Shell-Based Activated Carbon Composite on Flexible Substrates

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The research explored the preparation of natural rubber latex foam (NRLF)/activated carbon for the removal of Lead (II) ion (Pb2+). The study investigated the influence of activated carbon (AC) content, ranging from 0 to 10 part per hundred of rubber (phr) while maintaining a fixed size of 80 mesh. The variation in AC content was observed to impact crosslink density and mechanical properties, with an increase in crosslink density compared to neat NRLF. Additionally, the study found a direct effect of AC content on morphology and Pb2+ adsorption. The highest Pb2+ adsorption efficiency, reaching 1.28 mg/g, was achieved with an AC content of 5 phr. This research contributed to the understanding of the interplay between AC content, material properties, and Pb2+ removal efficiency in the development of an innovative Pb2+ removal system using NRLF and coconut shell-based activated carbon on flexible substrates.

Source: Materials science forum

DOI: 10.4028/p-mcvrq3

Authors: Nathapong Sukhawipat, Aunpada Limrueangamphon, Chonthichar Intachai, Kritsada Aopoom, Tinnathon Navanuch, Jantima Upan, Benjatham Sukkaneewat, Yutthana Wongnongwa, Narongrit Sosa

Institutions: King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Mahasarakham University, Udon Thani Rajabhat University, National Science and Technology Development Agency, Thailand Institute of Nuclear Technology

Language: English

Topic: Adsorption and biosorption for pollutant removal

Subfield: Water Science and Technology

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Responsible consumption and production

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4404163824

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