Switchable biomaterials for wastewater treatment: From material innovations to technological advancements
Chemical Engineering Journal,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 160928 - 160928
Published: Feb. 1, 2025
Language: Английский
Synergistic effect of chemically treated eco‐friendly Luffa and glass fiber reinforcement for layered hybrid polymer composites: A novel approach
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.
Language: Английский
Prevention of Biofouling Due to Water Absorption of Natural Fiber Composites in the Aquatic Environment: A Critical Review
Journal of Composites Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
8(12), P. 532 - 532
Published: Dec. 15, 2024
Introducing
lignocellulosic
fibers
as
the
matrix
reinforcement
in
composites
is
an
opportunity
for
weight
reduction
and
also
use
of
by-products
biomass
waste
from
other
systems,
such
agriculture
textiles.
In
case
nautical
applications,
biofouling,
meaning
damage
during
service
by
marine
organisms,
represents
a
significant
issue.
To
address
this
problem,
number
measures
can
be
taken:
these
include
introduction
various
types
fillers,
mainly
mineral,
composites,
tailored
treatment
fibers,
hybrid
approaches,
including
different
modifications,
or
fiber
grafting.
This
review
reports
state
art
studies
carried
out
to
elucidate
performance
natural
hybrids
regards
water
absorption
more
specifically
exposure
seawater
prolonged
time
so
simulate
conditions.
The
perspectives
on
(NFCs)
aquatic
environments
will
discussed
with
respect
possible
onset
degradation
biofouling.
Language: Английский
Investigation of the structural, dielectric and elasto-mechanical properties of tamarind, coir, and mesta fibres
V V Manju,
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Vinayakprasanna N. Hegde,
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S. Divakara
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et al.
Food Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
474, P. 143043 - 143043
Published: Feb. 1, 2025
Language: Английский
Natural Fibre–Reinforced Starch Biocomposites and Their Effects on the Material Mechanical Properties: A Review
Advances in Materials Science and Engineering,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
2025(1)
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Research
on
biodegradable
materials
has
gained
significant
attention
due
to
increasing
environmental
awareness.
Starch,
as
a
polymer
readily
available
from
agricultural
resources,
is
promising
candidate
for
biocomposite
production.
Starch‐based
films,
though
exhibiting
low
mechanical
strength,
can
be
enhanced
using
various
plasticizers
at
elevated
temperatures
with
shear,
resulting
in
deformable
thermoplastic
material
known
starches.
The
tensile
properties
of
these
starch‐based
composites
further
improved
by
incorporating
fibres,
making
them
more
suitable
range
applications.
This
review
highlights
the
significance
sustainable
alternatives
synthetic
plastics,
driven
concerns.
It
focuses
natural
fibre–reinforced
biopolymer
composites,
particularly
those
based
starch,
which
exhibit
properties.
also
covers
fibres
reinforcement,
starch
component
and
potential
applications
suggests
directions
future
research.
results
this
compilation
show
that
have
influence
characteristic
fabricated
composites.
Language: Английский
Enhancing the machinability of recycled polypropylene composites reinforced with waste cotton and pine sawdust through milling parameters optimization
Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 1, 2025
This
study
investigates
the
milling
behavior
of
wood-plastic
composites
(WPCs)
made
from
recycled
polypropylene
(RPP)
reinforced
with
waste
cotton
fabric
and
pine
sawdust.
The
effects
spindle
speed
(600
rpm,
400
200
rpm),
feed
rate
(0.2
mm/rev,
0.4
0.6
mm/rev),
depth
cut
(2.5
mm,
3.0
3.5
mm)
on
key
response
variables—material
removal
(MRR),
surface
roughness
(Ra),
machining
forces
(Fm),
delamination
factor
(Fd)—were
analyzed.
ANOVA
Signal-to-Noise
Ratio
methods
were
used
to
evaluate
significance
parameters,
while
multi-response
optimization
was
conducted
using
Surface
Response
Optimization
Technique.
results
showed
that
significantly
influenced
roughness,
primarily
affected
MRR
forces.
optimal
parameters—600
rpm
speed,
0.2
mm/rev
rate,
mm
cut—achieved
an
23.45
3
/min,
Ra
0.13
µm,
Fm
13.66
N,
Fd
1.08.
findings
underscore
importance
parameter
for
enhancing
efficiency
quality
demonstrating
potential
these
WPCs
as
sustainable
eco-friendly
materials
various
applications,
particularly
in
construction
industry.
Language: Английский
Enhanced durability of natural geotextile treated with blended agro-industrial turmeric spent powder and soap nut: a sustainable bio-based treatment
Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 10, 2025
Language: Английский
Contemporary advances in polymer applications for sporting goods: fundamentals, properties, and applications
Qingyao Li,
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Iftikhar Ahmed,
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Phan Minh Ngoc
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et al.
RSC Advances,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(50), P. 37445 - 37469
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Polymers
enhance
sports
goods,
offering
lightweight,
durable,
and
eco-friendly
designs.
This
review
explores
the
types,
applications,
future
trends
of
polymers
while
addressing
challenges
like
cost
durability.
Language: Английский
Assessment of fiber loading effects on mechanical properties and prediction of mechanical properties via artificial neural networks of hybrid jute /sheep wool epoxy composites
B H Shivayogi,
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T. Manjunatha,
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Maruthi Prashanth B H
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et al.
Engineering Research Express,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
6(4), P. 045584 - 045584
Published: Dec. 1, 2024
Abstract
The
primary
purpose
of
this
study
is
to
realize
the
effect
fibre
loading
on
mechanical
properties
like
tensile,
bending,
impact,
interlaminar
shear
strength
and
fracture
toughness
hybrid
composites
made
alkaline
treated
jute
sheep
wool
fibres
epoxy.
A
series
composite
laminates
were
prepared
with
varying
(30%,
40%,
50%
60%)
loadings
using
hand
layup
technique.
findings
indicated
that
equal
amount
fiber
resin
(JW50)
showed
a
higher
40
MPa
against
tensile
load,
maximum
99
bending
superior
(ILSS)
3.09
MPa,
72
MPa.m
1/2
compared
other
loadings.
In
terms
impact
test,
JW50
displayed
highest
85.98
J/m,
underscoring
its
exceptional
capacity
absorb
energy
composites.
strengths
these
also
predicted
an
Artificial
Neural
Network
(ANN)
model,
which
generated
accuracy
87.46%
for
strength,
86.31%
flexural
83.52%
strength.
absolute
percentage
errors
found
be
12.53%,
13.68%,
16.47%,
respectively,
demonstrating
model’s
reliability
in
estimating
based
content
composition.
SEM
images
fractured
samples
under
load
reveal
reduces
fibre-matrix
bonding,
while
balanced
fibre-to-resin
ratio
improves
transfer,
but
too
much
leads
debonding
due
inadequate
justifying
experimental
results.
Language: Английский