A review of the fabrication methods and mechanical behavior of continuous thermoplastic polymer fiber–thermoplastic polymer matrix composites

Y Qiao, LD Fring, MR Pallaka… - Polymer …, 2023 - Wiley Online Library
Thermoplastic polymer fiber–thermoplastic polymer matrix composites (PPCs or PRFPs),
often recognized as self‐reinforced or single polymer composites, are potential candidates …

Towards the sustainability of the plastic industry through biopolymers: properties and potential applications to the textiles world

A Patti, D Acierno - Polymers, 2022 - mdpi.com
This study aims to provide an overview of the latest research studies on the use of
biopolymers in various textile processes, from spinning processes to dyeing and finishing …

Use of different kinds of waste in the construction of new polymer composites

R Taurino, F Bondioli, M Messori - Materials Today Sustainability, 2023 - Elsevier
Waste valorization is one of the current research areas that has attracted a great deal of
attention over the past few years as a potential alternative to the disposal of a wide range of …

[HTML][HTML] Recent advances in utilization of municipal solid waste for production of bioproducts: A bibliometric analysis

P Kaur, GJ Kaur, W Routray, J Rahimi, GR Nair… - Case Studies in …, 2021 - Elsevier
Presently urban areas are reported for supporting 56% of the total world population,
accountable for generating significant amount of municipal solid waste (MSW). Seventy …

Blockchain technology and AI‐facilitated polymers recycling: Utilization, realities, and sustainability

D Verma, M Okhawilai, GK Dalapati… - Polymer …, 2022 - Wiley Online Library
From the environmental perspective, efficient plastic utilization and its recyclability become
significant issues that need to be resolved for deploying urban and sustainable …

A flexible, thermal-insulating, and fire‐resistant bagasse-derived cellulose aerogel prepared via a refrigerator freezing combined ambient pressure drying technique

X Zhang, Y Gao, X Wang, Y Li, S Wang, Z Huang… - Chemical Engineering …, 2024 - Elsevier
Cellulose aerogel is a most promising alternative to the plastic foam owing to its low thermal
conductivity, eco-friendliness and renewability, which however suffers from the complex …

Compendium of Safety Regulatory for Safe Applications of Aerogels

AC Boccia, A Pulvirenti, CA García-González, F Grisi… - Gels, 2023 - mdpi.com
An increasing number of aerogels as nanostructured highly porous materials are entering
the market in every day products, with an attractive portfolio of properties for emerging …

Applications of plastics in the automotive industry: Current trends and future perspectives

H Abedsoltan - Polymer Engineering & Science, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Plastics have transformed the automotive industry, contributing substantially to automobile
design, weight reduction, fuel efficiency, safety, and sustainability. This review paper …

Effect of hybrid eco‐friendly reinforcement and their size on mechanical and flame retardant properties of polypropylene composites for technical applications

T Mai Nguyen Tran, P MN, DW Lee… - Polymer …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
While the potential of natural fiber (NF) composites for various engineering applications is
well‐recognized, a deep understanding of the intricate interactions within these composites …

Production of basalt/wood fiber reinforced polylactic acid hybrid biocomposites and investigation of performance features including insulation properties

O Aykanat, MA Ermeydan - Polymer Composites, 2022 - Wiley Online Library
Environmental concerns of disposals of automotive, building, or packaging applications
enforce researchers to find alternative green materials. Hybrid biocomposites, which …