Global environmental concerns, as well as the rapid depletion of non-renewable fossil fuel-
based resources, have prompted research into the development of sustainable …

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 …

The water absorption, chemical resistance, and biological properties are contributing factors
to the overall performance of bio-composites, especially for outdoor applications. The …

A rapid growth in the research and employment of natural-fiber composites (NFCs) has been
observed in the last years. This is explained by their many advantages, such as the …

This book focusses on the key areas and issues related to natural fibers and their reinforced
polymer composites. It starts with introduction and classification natural fibers, and their …

This work focusses on studying the effects of optimizing compounding parameters (barrel
temperature, fiber feeding location, and fiber content) on key mechanical properties of kenaf …

The parameters affecting the hydrophilicity and its aging effect on the polymer surface
treated with atmospheric pressure plasma were investigated. A series of experimental …

Bast fibres are natural fibres that are sourced from the stem region around plants. Bast fibres
show great potential as fibre reinforcement in composites. The inherent characteristics of …

Plastic, widely used for packaging fresh food, poses environmental risks. It threatens marine
and terrestrial ecosystems, while also contributing to global greenhouse gas emissions. To …

Natural fibers are of different types of plants, animals, and mineral types. Uses of these fiber-
reinforced composites are increasing day by day in daily life applications like in sports …