The world is in need of more eco-friendly material, therefore numerous efforts have been made to replace synthetic fibers in fiber-reinforced composites with natural fibers reinforced …
Reducing energy consumption and minimizing environmental impacts have been significant factors in expanding the applicability of plant fiber-reinforced composites across a variety of …
In order to increase the robustness of natural fiber (NFR), hybridization with synthetic fibers is crucial. The widespread usage of hybrid composites (HCs) in modern structural …
The development of natural fiber (NFr) composites for a variety of applications is on the rise. The optimization of the interfacial bonding (IFB) between the reinforcing NFr and polymer …
BK Dejene - Journal of Natural Fibers, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
Natural fiber-reinforced composites have attracted considerable attention as variable and environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional materials in various industries …
Kenaf composites have a high strength-to-weight ratio, but weak fiber–matrix interface bonding limits their automotive use. To address this, a novel technique was developed to …
Compatibility of natural fiber with hydrophobic matrix is a herculean task in literature works. Surface treatment is a well-known approach for increasing the strength of interfacial …
In this research, modified castor oil (MCO)‐based biocomposite has been synthesized and its structure is strengthened with waste polyethylene (PE) reinforcement. Both the …
K Kirshanov, R Toms, P Melnikov, A Gervald - Polymers, 2022 - mdpi.com
A method for producing nanocomposites of unsaturated polyester resins (UPR) based on recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) as a matrix has been proposed. The upcycling …