Mechanical properties of natural as well as synthetic fiber reinforced concrete: a review

J Ahmad, Z Zhou - Construction and Building Materials, 2022 - Elsevier
Fibers have been utilized in the production of building materials for a very long time.
Preliminary studies and examinations have revealed that the use of natural and synthetic …

Critical review of biodegradable and bioactive polymer composites for bone tissue engineering and drug delivery applications

S Sharma, P Sudhakara, J Singh, RA Ilyas… - Polymers, 2021 - mdpi.com
In the determination of the bioavailability of drugs administered orally, the drugs' solubility
and permeability play a crucial role. For absorption of drug molecules and production of a …

A review of recent developments in application of plant fibers as reinforcements in concrete

H Wu, A Shen, Q Cheng, Y Cai, G Ren, H Pan… - Journal of Cleaner …, 2023 - Elsevier
Owing to growing environmental awareness, significant attention is being focused on plant
fibers as inexpensive alternatives to polymeric fibers. Plant fibers used in concrete are eco …

Advancements and challenges in natural fiber‐reinforced hybrid composites: a comprehensive review

T Islam, MH Chaion, MA Jalil, AS Rafi… - SPE …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Natural fiber‐reinforced composites have emerged as a promising alternative in various
industries, including automotive, aerospace, construction, and civil engineering, owing to …

Mapping the progress in natural fiber reinforced composites: preparation, mechanical properties, and applications

B Dev, A Rahman, R Alam, R Repon… - Polymer …, 2023 - Wiley Online Library
Exploration of natural fiber‐reinforced polymer composites (NFRPCs) in cutting‐edge
applications is due to phenomenal properties, such as lightweight, low‐cost, and …

Recent progress in carbon fiber reinforced polymers recycling: A review of recycling methods and reuse of carbon fibers

JA Butenegro, M Bahrami, J Abenojar, MÁ Martínez - Materials, 2021 - mdpi.com
The rapid increase in the application of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) composite
materials represents a challenge to waste recycling. The circular economy approach …

Comparative characterization of hot-pressed polyamide 11 and 12: Mechanical, thermal and durability properties

M Bahrami, J Abenojar, MA Martínez - Polymers, 2021 - mdpi.com
Chemically speaking, polyamide 11 (PA11) and polyamide 12 (PA12) have a similar
backbone, differing only in one carbon. From an origin point of view, PA11 is considered a …

[HTML][HTML] PVA biopolymer-acidic functionalized graphene hybrid nano composite for vibration isolation application: An experimental approach with variable reflux and …

P Sati, A Verma, A Zindal, S Chauhan, VK Singh - Chemical Physics Impact, 2023 - Elsevier
In this research work, polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)-graphene (Gr) nano composite films were
fabricated by incorporating the functionalized graphene (f-Gr) for different periods of …

[HTML][HTML] Biobased hybrid composite design for optimum hardness and wear resistance

CE Okafor, I Sunday, OI Ani, N Akçakale… - Composites Part C …, 2023 - Elsevier
The present investigation considered the design of a biobased hybrid particulate composite
for optimal hardness and wear resistance. Tests were conducted based on the plan of 20 …

[HTML][HTML] Characterization of hybrid biocomposite poly-butyl-succinate/carbon fibers/flax fibers

M Bahrami, B Enciso, CM Gaifami, J Abenojar… - Composites Part B …, 2021 - Elsevier
The investigation of renewable and recyclable materials becomes more critical every day
due to the high levels of waste and carbon emissions and their impact on the environment …