Theoretical Predictions and experimental determination of cloud point curves for polymeric solutions: an application to the ternary system Poly-lactic-acid (PLLA)-dioxane-water
- Authors: Mannella, GA; La Carrubba, V; Brucato, V
- Publication year: 2011
- Type: Proceedings
- Key words: Polymeric solutions, phase diagrams, phase separation
- OA Link: http://hdl.handle.net/10447/64946
Abstract
The lattice fluid model with specific interactions was applied to the ternary system Poly-L-lactic-acid (PLLA)-dioxane-water. Model parameters were determined by fitting experimental data. The as-obtained parameters were used to calculate the complete phase diagram. An experimental apparatus for cloud point measurements, which is under construction, is presented.