Critical review of the parameters affecting the effectiveness of moisture absorption treatments used for natural composites

AY Al-Maharma, N Al-Huniti - Journal of Composites Science, 2019 - mdpi.com
Natural composites can be fabricated through reinforcing either synthetic or bio-based
polymers with hydrophilic natural fibers. Ultimate moisture absorption resistance at the fiber …

Recent progress on moisture absorption aging of plant fiber reinforced polymer composites

Q Wang, T Chen, X Wang, Y Zheng, J Zheng, G Song… - Polymers, 2023 - mdpi.com
Plant fiber reinforced polymer matrix composites have attracted much attention in many
industries due to their abundant resources, low cost, biodegradability, and lightweight …

Systematic evaluation of amorphous silica production from rice husk ashes

JAS Costa, CM Paranhos - Journal of Cleaner Production, 2018 - Elsevier
Amorphous silica (SiO 2) was extracted from the rice husk ashes (RHAs) of the agulhinha
and cateto varieties. Optimized time, temperature, extractor concentration, and reaction time …

[HTML][HTML] Thermo-mechanical performances of polypropylene biocomposites based on untreated, treated and compatibilized spent coffee grounds

H Essabir, M Raji, SA Laaziz, D Rodrique… - Composites Part B …, 2018 - Elsevier
In this work, biocomposites were produced by compounding polypropylene (PP) with spent
coffee grounds (SCG) obtained after soluble coffee preparation. The samples were prepared …

Reinforcement of surface-modified cellulose nanofibrils extracted from Napier grass stem in natural rubber composites

O Somseemee, P Sae-Oui, C Siriwong - Industrial Crops and Products, 2021 - Elsevier
Cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs) were prepared from Napier grass stems via alkalization,
bleaching and sulfuric acid hydrolysis treatments and subsequently characterized by various …

Characterization and biodegradability of rice husk-filled polymer composites

SY Yap, S Sreekantan, M Hassan, K Sudesh, MT Ong - Polymers, 2020 - mdpi.com
The fabrication of affordable biodegradable plastics remains a challenging issue for both the
scientific community and industries as mechanical properties and biodegradability improve …

A critical review on hygrothermal and sound absorption behavior of natural-fiber-reinforced polymer composites

V Bhuvaneswari, B Devarajan, B Arulmurugan… - Polymers, 2022 - mdpi.com
Increasing global environmental problems and awareness towards the utilization of eco-
friendly resources enhanced the progress of research towards the development of next …

Advancements in multi-scale filler reinforced epoxy nanocomposites for improved impact strength: A review

T Nanda, K Singh, D Shelly, R Mehta - Critical Reviews in Solid …, 2021 - Taylor & Francis
Epoxy-clay fiber reinforced plastics are employed in myriad applications. They, however, are
brittle with less impact strength/related properties. There has been tremendous amount of …

Progress in the research and applications of natural fiber-reinforced polymer matrix composites

Z Sun - Science and Engineering of Composite Materials, 2018 - degruyter.com
The natural and fiber-reinforced resin matrix composites have been increasingly and widely
applied in society in order to improve the environment and promote sustainable …

The influence of filler loading and alkaline treatment on the mechanical properties of palm kernel cake filler reinforced epoxy composites

T Cionita, JP Siregar, WL Shing, CW Hee, DF Fitriyana… - Polymers, 2022 - mdpi.com
The manufacturing of materials, in conjunction with green technology, emphasises the need
to employ renewable resources to ensure long-term sustainability. Re-exploring renewable …