Modification of fibers and matrices in natural fiber reinforced polymer composites: A comprehensive review

AR Ramachandran… - Macromolecular …, 2022 - Wiley Online Library
Application of natural fiber‐polymer composites (NFPCs) in different industrial applications
provides competitive edge due to their lightweight, higher specific mechanical properties …

Important considerations in manufacturing of natural fiber composites: a review

J Jaafar, JP Siregar, S Mohd Salleh… - International Journal of …, 2019 - Springer
The paper overviews the essential considerations in the manufacturing process of natural
fiber composites which influence the performance of biocomposites. The evaluation of …

Tailoring lightweight, mechanical and thermal performance of PLA/recycled HDPE biocomposite foams reinforced with kenaf fibre

NAA Hassan, S Ahmad, RS Chen, D Shahdan… - Industrial Crops and …, 2023 - Elsevier
With an increase in environmental issues regarding industrial wastes, recent researches are
shifted toward green environmentally material using natural biomass, polymer and …

Thermal analysis of sustainable and micro-filler Basalt reinforced polymer biocomposites for lightweight applications

P Jagadeesh, SM Rangappa, M Puttegowda… - Journal of Building …, 2023 - Elsevier
For the past ten years, there has been a trend toward strengthening polymer composites
with the help of natural fibers derived from plant and animal sources, which has led to …

Recycling of industrial waste based on jute fiber-polypropylene: Manufacture of sustainable fiber-reinforced polymer composites and their characterization before and …

PB Sanvezzo, MC Branciforti - Industrial Crops and Products, 2021 - Elsevier
This paper addresses the recycling of an industrial waste of jute (Corchoruscapsularis) and
polypropylene fibers from Tapetes São Carlos carpet manufacturer conducted through the …

Investigation of tensile and flexural behavior of green composites along with their impact response at different energies

MY Khalid, ZU Arif, A Al Rashid - International Journal of Precision …, 2022 - Springer
Green composites can reduce the use of synthetic fibers in many applications. The
motivation behind the fabrication of green composites is their excellent biodegradability and …

Effect of compatibilizer and fiber loading on ensete fiber-reinforced HDPE green composites: Physical, mechanical, and morphological properties

TA Negawo, Y Polat, A Kilic - Composites Science and Technology, 2021 - Elsevier
Ensete fiber is a natural material extracted from E. ventricosum plants which is widely
cultivated for food. This study is the first attempt to develop its composite by improving its …

A review of important considerations in the compression molding process of short natural fiber composites

J Jaafar, JP Siregar, C Tezara, MHM Hamdan… - … International Journal of …, 2019 - Springer
The study reviewed crucial parameters in the compression molding process for
biocomposites affecting the properties of short natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites …

Methodologies to Evaluate the Micromechanics Flexural Strength Properties of Natural-Fiber-Reinforced Composites: The Case of Abaca-Fiber-Reinforced Bio …

F Seculi, F Julián, J Llorens, FX Espinach, P Mutjé… - Polymers, 2023 - mdpi.com
There is growing emphasis on developing green composites as a substitute for oil-based
materials. In the pursuit of studying and enhancing the mechanical properties of these …

The influence of filler loading and alkaline treatment on the mechanical properties of palm kernel cake filler reinforced epoxy composites

T Cionita, JP Siregar, WL Shing, CW Hee, DF Fitriyana… - Polymers, 2022 - mdpi.com
The manufacturing of materials, in conjunction with green technology, emphasises the need
to employ renewable resources to ensure long-term sustainability. Re-exploring renewable …