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Journal MUNISI: Military Mathematics and Natural SciencesMUNISI: Military Mathematics and Natural Sciences Abstract

Conventional plastic waste is difficult to decompose and has the potential to leave traces in the TNI field of operations. This condition has encouraged the development of polysaccharide-based bioplastics as a safe, environmentally friendly, and easily degradable alternative for ration packaging. This study aims to optimize the concentration of carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) as a filler in the formulation of polysaccharide bioplastics for TNI ration packaging. The method used was a literature review on the effect of CMC addition on the physical and mechanical properties of bioplastic films. The results of the study showed that the addition of CMC generally increased tensile strength and water absorption, but also accelerated dissolution and the rate of biodegradation. The optimum concentration varied depending on the type of polymer used. Therefore, the selection of CMC concentration must be adjusted to the application objective, whether to increase mechanical strength or accelerate biodegradation, and needs to be validated through mechanical and degradation tests under real conditions. Compliance with bioplastic quality standards and the use of safe additives are highly recommended for application in TNI ration packaging.

Conclusion

Literature analysis shows that increasing the CMC concentration generally increases the tensile strength and water absorption of bioplastics, but also accelerates solubility and the rate of biodegradation, necessitating a tailored formulation to meet the required mechanical and durability standards.Determining the optimal concentration depends on the application objective.It is necessary to conduct mechanical testing and further degradation testing under real application conditions before finalizing the formulation.

Future Research

Penelitian lebih lanjut perlu dilakukan untuk menguji performa bioplastik berbasis CMC dalam kondisi lapangan yang sebenarnya, termasuk paparan terhadap berbagai faktor lingkungan seperti suhu ekstrem, kelembaban, dan mikroorganisme. Selain itu, studi komparatif perlu dilakukan untuk membandingkan bioplastik berbasis CMC dengan jenis bioplastik lainnya, seperti PLA atau PHA, dalam hal sifat mekanik, biodegradabilitas, dan biaya produksi, untuk menentukan opsi yang paling optimal untuk aplikasi pengemasan ransum TNI. Terakhir, penelitian perlu difokuskan pada pengembangan metode produksi bioplastik berbasis CMC yang lebih efisien dan berkelanjutan, termasuk penggunaan sumber CMC yang terbarukan dan ramah lingkungan, serta pengurangan penggunaan bahan kimia berbahaya dalam proses produksi.

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