Cellulose polymer composites (WPC)

Cellulose polymer composites have been studied with great results in enhancing mechanical properties compared to matrices. The following chapter gives a global vision of all the components involved in wood plastic composite formulation: the polymer matrix, natural fibres and additives. It makes a special remark to the interface wood–polymer behaviour and how it influences the desired mechanical properties through modelling using a well-known rule of mixtures (RoM) and the Kelly Tyson model. It also explains the main manufacturing process for wood plastic composites, which can be found in the market, and their basic process parameters. Finally, some remarks of future trends are exposed.