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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.
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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.

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Extraction of cellulose nanocrystals from plant sources for application as reinforcing agent in polymers

TL;DR: In this article, a detailed overview of current knowledge on the surface modification of nanocellulose has been provided also to encourage the emergence of preparation of cellulose derivative nanocrystals with controlled morphology, structure and properties, so that enable positive development of biocompatible, renewable and sustainable reinforcing materials for polymer composites field.
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Impact behaviour of hybrid composites for structural applications: a review

TL;DR: In this article, the impact properties of hybrid composites manufactured with the aim of improving their structural characteristics, and in particular, is focused on the impact resistance and penetration behaviour of hybrid composite reinforced with natural and synthetic fibres as well as their suitability for modern structural applications.
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3D printing of wood fibre biocomposites: From mechanical to actuation functionality

TL;DR: In this paper, the effect of printing parameters on the mechanical properties involved in this new process, and more particularly in the case of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM).
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Utilization of agricultural and forest industry waste and residues in natural fiber-polymer composites: A review

TL;DR: This is a comprehensive review examining how organic waste and residues could be utilized in the future as reinforcements or additives for NFPCs from the perspective of the recently reported work in this field.
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Recycling of bioplastics, their blends and biocomposites: A review

TL;DR: In this paper, the authors present scientific findings concerning the recycling of bioplastics, their blends and thermoplastic biocomposites, with special focus on mechanical recycling of bio-based 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

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.
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