Construction materials derived from agro-industrial waste are increasingly attractive in the
building sector, due to their sustainability and lower environmental impact. Hence, in recent …

Ramie (Boehmeria nivea) is believed to be one of the strongest natural fibers, but it still
remains behind synthetic materials in terms of tensile strength. In this study, ramie materials …

The potential for sustainable lignocellulosic agro-waste is immense, owing to the fact that it
represents the most abundant organic compound on Earth. It is a valuable and desirable …

The pseudostem of banana (Musa sp.) has a high value for fiber. In this study, we
characterized two wild Musa acuminata, ie, ssp. malaccensis (LIPI-030)(M1) and var …

The applications of sustainable and renewable materials have received considerable
attention in geotechnical engineering. Soil reinforcement with plant-based fibers is a cost …

Bamboo requires treatment to extend its service life. However, as bamboo strips could serve
as a suitable candidate for lamination, the treatment may affect its bendability. The current …

The growing demand for plant fiber-reinforced composites offers new opportunities to
compete against glass fiber (GF)-reinforced composites, but their performance must be …

Environmental engineering placed green demands on the functional modification of textiles.
Here, the combination of bio-based tannic acid, sophora flower extract and metal salts was …

Enhancing awareness of personal cleanliness and antibacterial resistance has intensified
the antibacterial substance request on consumable products. Antibacterial agents that have …

Sustainable production and consumption, carried to materials and engineering applications,
translates to a need for recyclable, reusable, and/or biodegradable materials. With its lower …