Marine-based Biopolymer
Formulations and Iterations
Rigorous biopolymer formulations and iterations to figure out the best mechanical properties such as tensile, binding strength, shrinkage deformation and curing time.
Fig 1. Chemical crosslinking process through a biomimicry process of squid beak tanning.
Polymer-Timber Interaction
When the water content evaporates, shrinkage happens, and the biopolymer turns into bioplastic. The polymer binds into cellulose fiber and pulls the membrane, causing a deformation to occur.
Fig 2. Iterations of enzyme quantity and crosslinking process.