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Biocomposites reinforced with natural fibers: 2000–2010
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A comprehensive review of literature on bio-fiber reinforced composites is presented in this paper, where the overall characteristics of reinforcing fibers used in biocomposites, including source, type, structure, composition, as well as mechanical properties, are reviewed.About:
This article is published in Progress in Polymer Science.The article was published on 2012-11-01. It has received 3074 citations till now. The article focuses on the topics: Biocomposite & Transfer molding.read more
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A review on tribological performance of natural fibre polymeric composites
TL;DR: In this article, a compilation of developments of research in tribological performance of natural fiber polymeric composites from year 2000 to June 2014 is presented, where the typical adhesive wear mechanism for different types of composites and their performance on operating and test parameters are discussed.
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Eco-Friendly Extraction and Characterization of Cellulose from Oil Palm Empty Fruit Bunches
TL;DR: In this paper, eco-friendly reagents with low concentrations of 20% formic acid and 10% (v/v) of 30% hydrogen peroxide were employed at 85 oC for the extraction of cellulose from OPEFB.
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Natural fibre composites: Comprehensive Ashby-type materials selection charts
TL;DR: In this article, a comprehensive Ashby-type materials selection chart for plant fiber reinforced plastics (PFRPs) is presented to assist design engineers in closing the existing gap between current scientific knowledge and actual market applications of PFRPs.
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Recent advancement in the natural fiber polymer composites: A comprehensive review
S. Vigneshwaran,R. Sundarakannan,K.M. John,R. Deepak Joel Johnson,K. Arun Prasath,S. Ajith,V. Arumugaprabu,Marimuthu Uthayakumar +7 more
TL;DR: In the recent decade, the growth of the natural fiber reinforced polymer (NFRP) composite has made a considerable impact on the polymer composite research and innovation as mentioned in this paper, and this rapid growth warranted their properties over low-cost synthetic fiber composites and reduced environmental impacts.
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Engineered mycelium composite construction materials from fungal biorefineries: A critical review
TL;DR: Mycelium composites are an emerging class of cheap and environmentally sustainable materials experiencing increasing research interest and commercialisation in the EU and USA for construction applications as mentioned in this paper, such as insulation, door cores, panelling, flooring, cabinetry and other furnishings.
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Composites reinforced with cellulose based fibres
TL;DR: In this article, a survey about physical and chemical treatment methods which improve the fiber matrix adhesion, their results and effects on the physical properties of composites is presented, and the influence of such treatments by taking into account fibre content on the creep, quasi-static, cyclic dynamic and impact behaviour of natural fibre reinforced plastics are discussed in detail.
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Biofibres, biodegradable polymers and biocomposites: An overview
TL;DR: The structural aspects and properties of several biofibers and biodegradable polymers, recent developments of different biofiber and biocomposites are discussed in this paper.
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Natural fibres: can they replace glass in fibre reinforced plastics?
TL;DR: In this paper, natural fibres (sisal, kenaf, hemp, jute and coir) reinforced polypropylene composites were processed by compression molding using a film stacking method.
Natural fibres: Can they replace glass in fibre reinforced plastics ?
TL;DR: In this article, natural fibres (sisal, kenaf, hemp, jute and coir) reinforced polypropylene composites were processed by compression molding using a film stacking method.
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Biofibres and Biocomposites
Maya Jacob John,Sabu Thomas +1 more
TL;DR: A review of the literature on the various aspects of cellulosic fibres and biocomposites can be found in this paper, where the pros and cons of using these fibres are enumerated in this review.