Polymer Composites,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
44(11), P. 7317 - 7349
Published: Aug. 21, 2023
Abstract
Bast
fibers
such
as
flax,
hemp,
and
jute‐reinforced
polymer
composites
due
to
their
exceptional
properties
are
gaining
significant
demand
a
sustainable
cost‐effective
alternative
conventional
synthetic
fiber‐reinforced
composites.
This
comprehensive
study
aims
shed
light
on
the
potential
of
bast
fiber
reinforced
(BFRCs)
innovative
materials
for
various
industrial
applications.
The
manuscript
presents
discussion
fibers,
matrices,
fabrication
techniques
employed
produce
BFPCs,
highlighting
effects
different
modification
resulting
mechanical
properties.
Industrial
structural
applications
BFPCs
explored,
with
specific
focus
use
in
automotive
aerospace
industries,
construction
materials,
sporting
goods.
Finally,
concludes
challenges
future
prospects
BFPCs.
can
serve
valuable
resource
researchers,
engineers,
professionals
interested
emerging
field
It
opens
new
frontiers
material
design
highlights
enormous
revolutionize
through
Highlights
Materials
processing
nanocomposites.
Exploration
matrix
techniques.
Recent
advances
Ashby
charts
illustrate
comparative
analysis.
Journal of Composites Science,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
7(12), P. 506 - 506
Published: Dec. 4, 2023
This
comprehensive
review
explores
the
multifaceted
world
of
natural
fiber
applications
within
domain
composite
materials.
Natural
fibers
are
meticulously
examined
in
detail,
considering
their
diverse
origins,
which
encompass
plant-derived
(cellulose-based),
animal-derived
(protein-based),
and
even
mineral-derived
variations.
conducts
a
profound
analysis,
not
only
scrutinizing
chemical
compositions,
intricate
structures,
inherent
physical
properties
but
also
highlighting
wide-ranging
across
various
industries.
The
investigation
extends
to
composites
utilizing
mineral
or
polymer
matrices,
delving
into
synergistic
interplay
resulting
material
properties.
Furthermore,
this
does
limit
itself
intrinsic
attributes
ventures
realm
innovative
enhancements.
exploration
encompasses
augmentation
through
integration
fibers,
including
incorporation
nano-fillers,
offering
compelling
avenue
for
further
research
technological
development.
In
conclusion,
synthesizes
understanding
pivotal
role
It
brings
together
insights
from
properties,
practical
sectors.
As
final
curtain
is
drawn,
discourse
transcends
present
outline
trajectories
future
work
dynamic
arena
composites,
shedding
light
on
emerging
trends
that
promise
shape
course
scientific
industrial
advancements.
Engineering Research Express,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
6(1), P. 012501 - 012501
Published: Feb. 5, 2024
Abstract
This
systematic
review
focuses
on
the
exploration
and
advancement
of
sustainable
eco-friendly
polymer
composite
materials
derived
from
bast
fibers.
Bast
fibers,
obtained
phloem
certain
plants
like
flax,
hemp,
jute,
kenaf,
represent
a
renewable
environmentally
benign
resource.
Their
integration
into
based
composites
has
gained
significant
attention
due
to
growing
environmental
concerns
need
for
material
development.
The
importance
this
study
lies
in
its
comprehensive
examination
fibers
as
viable
alternatives
synthetic
materials.
By
harnessing
natural
strength,
light
weight,
biodegradability
contributes
creation
that
are
not
only
but
also
possess
enhanced
mechanical
properties
suitable
various
industrial
domestic
applications.
Solids,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
3(3), P. 508 - 548
Published: Sept. 16, 2022
This
publication
summarises
the
current
state
of
knowledge
and
technology
on
possibilities
limitations
using
mineral
synthetic
fillers
in
field
3D
printing
thermoplastics.
FDM
can
be
perceived
as
a
miniaturised
variation
conventional
extrusion
processing
(a
microextrusion
process).
However,
scaling
process
down
has
an
undoubtful
drawback
significantly
reducing
extrudate
diameter
(often
by
factor
≈20–30).
Therefore,
results
produced
under
cannot
simply
translated
to
processes
run
with
application
technology.
With
that
mind,
discussing
latest
findings
composite
materials
preparation
was
necessary.
Journal of Composites Science,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
7(6), P. 242 - 242
Published: June 11, 2023
This
review
article
addresses
the
potential
for
biopolymer-based
composites
made
from
agricultural
waste
biomass
to
replace
conventional
materials
in
a
sustainable
and
responsible
manner.
The
composition
manufacturing
method
of
are
described
article,
along
with
some
their
distinctive
qualities
benefits,
such
as
low
cost,
renewable
nature,
biodegradability.
also
shows
number
real-world
uses
these
composites,
including
packaging,
construction,
vehicle
parts,
biofuels,
soil
amendments,
medical
uses.
Overall,
highlights
lowering
generation,
decreasing
dependency
on
non-renewable
resources,
boosting
sustainability
variety
industries.
Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
37(4), P. 1519 - 1539
Published: June 30, 2023
Natural
fibres
are
biodegradable
materials
that
contribute
to
the
development
of
a
“green”
economy
due
their
numerous
merits
such
as
energy
efficiency,
ease
manufacturing,
environmental
friendliness,
low
cost,
sustainability,
and
biodegradability.
have
lately
become
more
appealing
technology
innovation
substitute
for
synthetic
fibre-based
composites
these
qualities.
Several
projects
also
been
undertaken
reveal
potential
applications,
economic
benefits
natural
sourced
from
plants
polymer
reinforcements.
Among
commonly
used
banana
sisal
which
form
part
reasons
selection
in
this
review.
The
justification
is
concerns
modern
days
increased
demand
suitable
alternatives
Hence,
review
reveals
impact
reinforcements
polymers
on
environment,
possible
future
processing
pathways,
applications.
Bioengineering,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
10(7), P. 804 - 804
Published: July 5, 2023
Plant
fibers
possess
high
strength,
fracture
toughness
and
elasticity,
have
proven
useful
because
of
their
diversity,
versatility,
renewability,
sustainability.
For
biomedical
applications,
these
natural
been
used
as
reinforcement
for
biocomposites
to
infer
hybrid
biomaterials
mechanical
characteristics,
such
stiffness,
durability.
The
reinforced
composites
tested
in
structural
semi-structural
biodevices
potential
applications
orthopedics,
prosthesis,
tissue
engineering,
wound
dressings.
This
review
introduces
plant
fibers,
properties
factors
impacting
them,
addition
applications.
Then,
it
discusses
different
methodologies
prepare
based
on
widespread,
renewable
the
unique
that
obtained
possess.
It
also
examines
several
examples
Finally,
findings
are
summed
up
some
thoughts
future
developments
provided.
Overall,
focus
present
lies
analyzing
design,
requirements,
performance,
fibers.
SPE Polymers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
5(4), P. 457 - 480
Published: June 7, 2024
Abstract
Researchers
have
compared
natural
jute
fiber
to
synthetic
fibers
due
their
distinct
physical
and
mechanical
properties,
which
been
recognized
for
decades.
Jute
are
a
very
versatile
type
of
vegetable
widely
used
in
structural
composites
it
has
also
shown
potential
various
applications
such
as
nanoparticles,
building
interior,
automotive
components.
However,
designing
composite
parts
is
challenging
task
plant
origin,
growth
conditions,
age,
stem
location,
extraction
method,
non‐uniform
cross
section.
The
current
review
aims
provide
comprehensive
analysis
the
existing
literature
on
its
water
moisture
absorption
behavior
performance.
most
relevant
findings
regarding
characteristics
summarized
analyzed
this
paper.
In
addition,
article
presents
an
overview
main
fibers,
several
parameters
influencing
reinforcement
composites,
impact
relative
humidity,
swelling
properties
materials,
future
research
areas
highlighted.
Highlights
Higher
growing
interest
researchers
Factors
affecting
Various
way
making
reinforced
Influence
Present
upgradation