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Effects of chemical treatments and degumming methods on physical and mechanical properties of okra bast and corn husk fibers
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In this paper, okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) bast fibers and corn (Zea mays L.) husk fibers were extracted via different degumming methods and subjected to different chemical treatments.Abstract:
In this study, okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) bast fibers and corn (Zea mays L.) husk fibers were extracted via different degumming methods and subjected to different chemical treatments including a...read more
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Comprehensive utilization of corn starch processing by-products: A review
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Extraction, Characterization and Enzymatic Degumming of Banana Fiber
Suresh Kumar Paramasivam,Divya Panneerselvam,Durgadevi Sundaram,Karur Nallappagounder Shiva,Uma Subbaraya +4 more
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Advances and prospects of corn husk as a sustainable material in composites and other technical applications
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Thermal and Mechanical Characteristics of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) Fibers Obtained via Water- and Dew-Retting
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Development and characterization of chemical and fire resistant jute/unsaturated polyester composites
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