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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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Pyrolysis kinetics and mechanical properties of poly(lactic acid)/bamboo particle biocomposites: Effect of particle size distribution
TL;DR: In this article, the effect of the BP particle size distribution on the pyrolysis and mechanical properties of PLA biocomposites was evaluated and the optimum particle size of BP for improving the tensile strength of PLA was found to be 200mesh (16.6-84.5 µm).
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Utilization of algae blooms as a source of natural fibers for biocomposite materials: Study of morphology and mechanical performance of Lyngbya fibers
TL;DR: In this article, the morphology and mechanical properties of the blue-green algae Lyngbya as a natural fiber reinforcement for biocomposite materials according to the Standards ASTM-D792-00 and ASTM C1557-03 were investigated.
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Impact of lignin on water sorption properties of bioinspired self-assemblies of lignocellulosic polymers
Loic Muraille,Loic Muraille,Miguel Pernes,Miguel Pernes,Anouck Habrant,Anouck Habrant,Ritva Serimaa,Michael Molinari,Véronique Aguié-Béghin,Véronique Aguié-Béghin,Brigitte Chabbert,Brigitte Chabbert +11 more
TL;DR: In this article, the effect of lignin introduction on the hygroscopic properties of nanostructured lignocellulose-based films was investigated by designing bio-inspired nanostructure assemblies of increasing complexity.
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Effect of kenaf particulate fillers in polymeric composite for tribological applications
TL;DR: In this article, sustainable kenaf particles were used as particle fillers and reinforcement in epoxy composites to enhance wear and friction properties of the composites, and the results showed that 15% of the KPafRE composite experienced superior wear and frictional properties compared to neat epoxy.
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Thermal Comfort and Building Design Strategies for Low Energy Houses in Libya: Lessons from the vernacular architecture
TL;DR: In this article, a field survey of thermal comfort has been conducted to examine the thermal comfort in Libya's traditional houses in three cities, Tripoli, Ghadames and Gheryan; analyzed and appraised to the climate and culture requirement in addition to context, house form and building materials.
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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.