Journal of Applied Polymer Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
142(10)
Published: Dec. 9, 2024
ABSTRACT
Polyester
is
the
most
widely
used
synthetic
fiber
globally.
However,
recycled
products
from
waste
polyester
textiles
(WPET)
often
suffer
poor
performance
and
low
value.
This
paper
introduces
solid‐state
shear
milling
technology
(S3M)
to
transform
WPET
into
ultrafine
powder
with
a
high
aspect
ratio,
followed
by
drawing
processing
producing
produce
HDPE/WPET
composites.
Compared
pure
density,
flexural
strength
of
15%
content
increased
24.94
MPa,
while
tensile
modulus
507
798
respectively,
prestretched
sheet
good
was
prepared.
At
ratio
6,
composite
exhibited
an
impressive
116.8
representing
600%
increase
compared
unstretched
samples.
Additionally,
in‐plane
thermal
conductivity
reached
2.89
W/mK,
which
438%
higher
than
SAXS
2D‐WAXD
analyses
demonstrated
that
enhanced
orientation
fibers
HDPE,
forming
oriented
structure.
led
crystallinity
levels
63.7%
93%,
respectively.
study
has
represented
novel
approach
high‐performance
functional
dye‐containing
fabrics
without
requiring
separation
or
physical
recovery
processes.
SPE Polymers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
5(4), P. 557 - 567
Published: June 10, 2024
Abstract
Cotton
is
the
most
widely
used
natural
cellulosic
polymer
and
polyester
a
synthetic
polymer.
The
use
of
fiber
increasing
gradually
day
by
due
to
its
strength
longevity,
while
cotton
decreasing
unavailability.
At
present,
cotton‐polyester
composites
ubiquitous.
This
research
work
aims
assess
physical,
mechanical
comfort
properties
woven
fabric
using
composite
yarns
in
weft
direction
coarser
yarn
count
because
these
fabrics
future
for
denim
manufacturing
process.
Four
different
samples
were
fabricated
100%
(10
Ne)
warp
cotton,
composite,
fabric.
Similar
machine
parameters
maintained
all
samples.
then
tested
areal
density,
tensile
strength,
thickness,
abrasion
resistance
pilling,
drape,
flexural
rigidity,
air
permeability
find
optimum
capability
Physico‐mechanical
with
proportion
components
improves
density
(184
199
g/m
2
),
(almost
19
times
direction),
drape
(0.655%
0.789%),
rigidity
double).
On
other
hand,
comfortability
improve
(139.85
159.58
cc/s/cm
(only
3.036%
mass
loss),
pilling
(grading
4
after
2000
cycles).
Highlights
Composite
made
provide
method
improving
better
performance.
Higher
proportions
make
clothes
more
breathable
less
likely
pill
wear
out.
Polyester
parts
stronger,
durable,
Cotton‐polyester
are
ideal
have
potential
various
textile
applications.
Blending
fibers
allows
customized
that
meet
specific
performance
needs
without
compromising
comfort.
SPE Polymers,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
6(2)
Published: Feb. 1, 2025
Abstract
This
study
involves
finding
the
combined
effect
of
natural
fiber
and
synthetic
for
laminar
structured
hybrid
polymer
composites.
The
composites
were
fabricated
using
hand
lay‐up
technique
with
an
unsaturated
polyester
resin
matrix,
chemically
treated
short
Luffa
(LF)
varying
from
2%
to
8%,
sandwiched
between
two
layers
woven
glass
(GF)
(fixed
amount).
Physical
characterizations,
spectroscopic
analysis,
mechanical
tests,
thermal
microscopy
used
evaluate
performance
Fourier
transform
infrared
spectroscopy
identified
fiber‐matrix
chemical
bonding
due
treatment.
Bulk
density
showed
that
GF
increased
overall
density,
whereas
became
lighter
incorporation
LF
optimal
loading
at
sample
G/LHC3
4%
decreased
void
formation.
Water
resistance
higher
content.
Mechanical
testing
results
revealed
composite
provided
in
tensile,
compressive,
flexural,
impact
tests
values
35,
39.29,
121.65
MPa
13.38
kJ
m
−2
,
respectively,
though
micro‐hardness
slightly
decreased.
Both
contributed
structural
integrity
good
adhesion.
Thermal
stability
more
GF,
better
insulation
is
achieved
through
These
enhanced
properties
make
promising
candidates
applications.
Highlights
Chemically
modified
fiber–matrix
Development
layered
by
centrally
fiber.
Synergistic
on
system‐optimized
performance.
provides
insulation.
SPE Polymers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
6(1)
Published: Aug. 30, 2024
Abstract
A
sustainable
solution
to
lessen
environmental
damage,
improve
health
and
fulfill
the
increasing
need
for
environmentally
conscious
goods
might
be
textile
industry
use
eco‐friendly
printing
techniques
natural
colors.
Without
of
toxic
metal‐based
mordants,
this
research
work
set
out
examine
how
thickeners,
biomordants,
dyes
interacted
when
printed
on
cotton
knit
fabric.
Two
from
resources
leaves
Jujube
(JL)
Eucalyptus
bark
(EB)
were
extracted
in
an
aqueous
medium.
paste
was
produced
using
different
proportions
two
bio‐mordants.
For
process,
tamarind
seeds,
Indian
gooseberries
used
that
have
been
a
Soxhlet
apparatus
at
80°C
8
h.
All
but
handful
samples
binders
showed
outstanding
fastness
sample
which
graded
4
or
5.
The
development
dye‐fiber
bond
indicated
by
presence
intense
covalent
between
dye
fiber
molecules
as
FTIR.
CMC
lab
data
K/S
value
also
obtained
satisfactorily
with
maximum
RFL
77.319
K/s
1.659.
This
method
not
only
lessens
impact
sector
supports
better
more
ecologically
sensitive
manufacturing
technique.
Moreover,
apparel,
household
textiles,
technical
fabrics,
friendly
packaging
can
all
benefit
bio‐colorants
bio‐crosslinkers.
Highlights
Eco‐friendly
jujube
eucalyptus
reduces
harm.
Bio‐mordants
seeds
gooseberry
effectively
replace
harmful
mordants.
Printed
show
excellent
ratings
4–5,
proving
quality
printing.
FTIR
analysis
confirms
strong
bonds
molecules.
sustainability
renewable,
biodegradable
production.
Matéria (Rio de Janeiro),
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
30
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
ABSTRACT
In
recent
days
the
natural
fiber
reinforced
polymer
composites
getting
more
attention
due
to
their
eco-friendly
and
reliability
in
many
parts
of
industries.
The
lignocellulosic
content
fibers
influenced
use
corrosion
thermal
free
applications.
hybrid
additionally
provides
combination
material
properties
together,
orientation
reflects
strength
as
it
acting
load
bearing
factor
composites.
So,
present
work
investigates
effect
hybridization
stacking
sequence
on
various
such
density,
moisture
intake
by
material,
tensile,
impact,
hardness
stability.
structural
characteristics
fabricated
is
analyzed
through
Scanning
Electron
Microscope.
results
concludes
that
glass
mat
with
cellulose
Pineapple
Leaf
(PALF)
areca
depicts
acceptable
bonding
relationship
matrix
thus
improved
properties.
new
set
have
found
tensile
between
40–65
MPa,
Young’s
modulus
range
950–1400
Impact
about
130–190
KJ/mm2
stability
up
340–390
°C
which
higher
than
earlier
studies
reported.
