A review on the limitations of natural fibres and natural fibre composites with emphasis on tensile strength using coir as a case study

CI Madueke, OM Mbah, R Umunakwe - Polymer Bulletin, 2023 - Springer
Natural fibres such as coir, jute, flax, and hemp have been considered for technical
applications. These fibres, though with some desirable qualities such as low density and …

A review on natural fiber-reinforced geopolymer and cement-based composites

MM Camargo, E Adefrs Taye, JA Roether… - Materials, 2020 - mdpi.com
The use of ecological materials for building and industrial applications contributes to
minimizing the environmental impact of new technologies. In this context, the cement and …

Effect of microcrystalline cellulose on rheology, hydration kinetics and early-age properties of Portland cement-based and alkali-activated slag-fly ash blend

RSB Rathod, P Sahoo, S Gupta - Journal of Building Engineering, 2023 - Elsevier
The research examines the influence of microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) on the evolution of
rheological behaviour, micro-structural build-up, hydration kinetics and early-age strength …

Enhancing the mechanical properties of polylactic acid (PLA) composite films using Pueraria lobata root microcrystalline cellulose

B Zhu, S Zhao, J Guo, K Song, J He, S Liu… - International Journal of …, 2024 - Elsevier
To enhance the mechanical properties of polylactic acid (PLA) material, the PLA-based
composite films are prepared by using Pueraria lobata (Willd.) Ohwi root microcrystalline …

Bioinspired synthesis of silver nanoparticles for the remediation of toxic pollutants and enhanced antibacterial activity

S Mandal, S Hwang, SB Marpu, MA Omary, V Prybutok… - Biomolecules, 2023 - mdpi.com
This research presents a novel and environmentally friendly approach for the synthesis of
multifunctional nanobiocomposites for the efficient removal of toxic heavy metal and dye, as …

[HTML][HTML] Green composites using naturally occurring fibers: a comprehensive review

H Raj, S Tripathi, S Bauri, AM Choudhury… - … Polymer & Energy, 2023 - sciepublish.com
Depletion of non-renewable resources and health hazards of petroleum-based polymers
and plastics has enforced the development of eco-friendly materials. The use of …

[HTML][HTML] Sodium lignosulfonate cross-linked bioprosthetic heart valve materials for enhanced cytocompatibility, improved hemocompatibility, and reduced calcification

S Zhang, C Zheng, M Li, K Ding, X Huang… - Composites Part B …, 2022 - Elsevier
Bioprosthetic heart valves (BHVs) are widely used to treat valvular disease. Almost all
commercial BHVs are treated with glutaraldehyde (Glut). However, Glut-treated BHVs still …

Microstructure, chemical composition and thermal stability of alkali-treated bamboo fibers and parenchyma cells: effects of treatment time and temperature

J Wu, T Zhong, Y Zou, J Li, W Zhao, H Chen - Cellulose, 2023 - Springer
Fibers and parenchyma cells are two cellular units of bamboo, which possess different
structures and properties from each other. However, there were rare reports on the …

Mechanical and dynamic mechanical behavior of acetylation-treated plain woven banana reinforced biodegradable composites

SB Kivade, A Gunge, M Nagamadhu… - Advanced Composites and …, 2021 - Springer
The present work investigating the effect of acetylation treatment on the plain woven banana
fabric (PWBF) in a polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) matrix, which includes the banana fabric strength …

Low velocity impact performance of natural fibre reinforced polymer composites: a review

MH Mulla, MN Norizan, CK Abdullah… - Functional …, 2023 - iopscience.iop.org
Natural fibre-reinforced polymer composites (NFRPC) are versatile and applicable materials
for structural applications that require durability and reliability under various forces …