Natural fibers composites: Origin, importance, consumption pattern, and challenges

D Thapliyal, S Verma, P Sen, R Kumar… - Journal of Composites …, 2023 - mdpi.com
This comprehensive review explores the multifaceted world of natural fiber applications
within the domain of composite materials. Natural fibers are meticulously examined in detail …

[HTML][HTML] Natural-Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites for Furniture Applications

M Ichim, EI Muresan, E Codau - Polymers, 2024 - mdpi.com
Increasing environmental awareness has driven a shift in furniture production from
traditional materials, such as wood and wood-based panels, to sustainable and …

[HTML][HTML] Fabrication of green composite made by Cannabis sativa fiber reinforced granite filler blended epoxy matrix composite–Antimicrobial and structural analysis

R Thandavamoorthy, JK Alagarasan… - Journal of Materials …, 2024 - Elsevier
The main novelty of this research lies in combining natural fibers and mineral fillers to create
a sustainable material with enhanced antimicrobial and structural properties, offering …

A novel eco–friendly solid–state degumming method for extraction of hemp fibers

T Zhao, W Xia, B Li, K Nie, Y Zhang, G Han… - Journal of Cleaner …, 2024 - Elsevier
Hemp represents a valuable resource of natural fibers on account of its environment
favorable characteristics and excellent fiber quality. To fabricate hemp fibers, the traditional …

Optimizing polymer-stabilized raw earth composites with plant fibers reinforcement for historic building rehabilitation

S Menadi, Y Hadidane, M Benzerara, M Saidani… - Buildings, 2023 - mdpi.com
This research focuses on the optimization of formulation, characterization, and damage
analysis of plant fiber-reinforced polyester resin composites (jute and date palm). To better …

[HTML][HTML] Poly (ethylene succinate)/hemp fiber composites: Fully biobased materials with improved thermal and biodegradation properties

A Zamboulis, E Xanthopoulou, I Chrysafi… - … Chemistry for the …, 2023 - Elsevier
Fully biobased composite materials were prepared from poly (ethylene succinate)(PESu)
and hemp fibers isolated from hemp agricultural wastes. Different amounts of hemp fibers …

The influence of the chemical composition of flax and hemp fibers on the value of surface free energy

B Romanowska, W Różańska, M Zimniewska - Materials, 2024 - mdpi.com
The article presents the exploration of flax and hemp fibers' surface free energy depending
on the chemical composition of the fiber, which is closely related to the plant variety and the …

A Review Delving into the Factors Influencing Mycelium-Based Green Composites (MBCs) Production and Their Properties for Long-Term Sustainability Targets

W Aiduang, K Jatuwong, T Luangharn, P Jinanukul… - Biomimetics, 2024 - mdpi.com
Mycelium-based green composites (MBCs) represent an eco-friendly material innovation
with vast potential across diverse applications. This paper provides a thorough review of the …

Examining thermogravimetric response and morphological alterations in epoxy composites with hybrid ceramic fillers integration

KPS Perumal, L Selvarajan, SM Sekar… - Materials Chemistry and …, 2024 - Elsevier
The investigation explores thermogravimetric (DTA/(mW/mg) and TG%) analysis and
morphological traits of glass fibre-reinforced epoxy polymer matrix composites (GFRP) …

[HTML][HTML] Extraction of Natural-Based Raw Materials Towards the Production of Sustainable Man-Made Organic Fibres

AC Vale, L Leite, V Pais, J Bessa, F Cunha… - Polymers, 2024 - mdpi.com
Bioresources have been gaining popularity due to their abundance, renewability, and
recyclability. Nevertheless, given their diverse composition and complex hierarchical …