Multiple environmental concerns such as garbage generation, accumulation in disposal
systems and recyclability are powerful drivers for the use of many biodegradable materials …

Flax is one of the popular natural fibers used as a reinforcing agent for polymer composite.
The raw flax fiber is hydrophilic in nature, and the chemical constituent of flax is mainly …

Natural composites can be fabricated through reinforcing either synthetic or bio-based
polymers with hydrophilic natural fibers. Ultimate moisture absorption resistance at the fiber …

Glass fiber composites are widely used in offshore structures for marine application due to
their exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and durability. As offshore …

Poly (lactic acid) is finding increasing applications as it is a bio-sourced compostable
thermoplastic. Its properties can be improved by adding flax fibres, which are also …

Finite element method has been widely applied in modeling natural fibers and natural fiber
reinforced composites. This paper is a comprehensive review of finite element models of …

In this work, we investigate the diffusion behaviour of twill flax fabrics reinforced
thermoplastic and thermosetting composites elaborated by the vacuum infusion technique …

In the new transformation of 'Industry 4.0', additive manufacturing technologies have become
one of the fastest developed industries, with polylactic acid (PLA) playing a significant role …

Whereas mechanics theories for isotropic materials have been almost matured, those for
anisotropic or composite materials well established are only limited to linear elasticity. All of …

This work investigates the effects of ageing on autoclaved composites made with
unidirectional prepreg epoxy and flax tape in environments with 50% and 100% of relative …