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Hardy, John G. ; Römer, Lin ; Scheibel, Thomas:
Polymeric materials based on silk proteins.
In: Polymer.
Bd. 49
(2008)
Heft 20
.
- S. 4309-4327.
ISSN 0032-3861
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymer.2008.08.006
Abstract
Silks are protein-based fibers made by arthropods for a variety of task-specific applications. In this article, we review the key features of silk proteins. This article initially focuses on the structure and function of silk proteins produced naturally by silkworms and spiders, followed by the biological and technical processing of silk proteins into a variety of morphologies (including capsules, fibers, films, foams, gels and spheres). Finally, we highlight the potential applications of silk-based materials.