Owing to the superior thermal insulating attributes of rigid polyurethane foam (RPUF)
compared to other insulating materials (expanded and extruded polystyrene, mineral wool) …

In recent years, the shortage of resources and the homogeneity of species severely limit the
further application of wood. Polyurethane imitation wood (PUIW) can effectively solve these …

Thermal insulation and fire protection are two of the most critical features affecting energy
efficiency and safety in built environments. Together with the associated environmental …

Rigid polyurethane foams (RPUF) are the most consumed cellular polymer in the world. Bio-
based polyols are sometimes used as raw material for RPUF but with a detrimental effect on …

This study aims to evaluate the influence of using a bleached Curauá fiber (CF) as filler in a
novel rigid polyurethane foam (RPUF) composite. The influence of 0.1, 0.5 and 1 wt.% of the …

The object of this study is to investigate the influence of different fabrics' configurations, of
faced polyester-sisal fiber composites, on the mechanical behavior of a vacuum infused …

Banana and bergamot peels are underutilized byproducts of the essential oil and juice-
processing industry. This study was designed for the development of rigid polyurethane …

Microcellular wood fiber reinforced polymers offer the possibility to reduce the use of fossil
raw materials. In particular, thick-walled structures with thicknesses greater than 6 mm offer …

Falling on the floor has been one of the most common causes of breaking a bone. Falls in
senior homes and care facilities can lead to immobility symptoms and treatments. Rubber …

This study addresses changes in aesthetical features of bio-based polyurethane (PU) foams
filled with four forest-based particles (namely wood flour, wood bark, kraft lignin, and paper …