Biochar yield prediction using response surface methodology: effect of fixed carbon and pyrolysis operating conditions

S Mariyam, M Alherbawi, S Pradhan… - Biomass Conversion …, 2024 - Springer
Generating value from wastes via pyrolysis has been increasingly researched in recent
times. Biochar is a versatile pyrolysis product with yields based on many process …

Extraction and characterization of novel biomass–based cellulosic plant fiber from Ficus benjamina L. stem for a potential polymeric composite reinforcement

MS Joe, DPS Sudherson, I Suyambulingam… - Biomass Conversion …, 2023 - Springer
This study aimed to bring a new lignocellulosic raw fiber material source to the green
composite and textile industries. Lignocellulosic fibers were taken out from the stem of Ficus …

[HTML][HTML] Optimisation of eggshell-zeolite composite as a potential surfactant adsorbent for hand-washing wastewater

M Turyasingura, J Wakatuntu, M Lubwama… - Case Studies in …, 2023 - Elsevier
Surfactants present in handwashing wastewater impede performance of biological treatment
processes. In this study, design expert software was used to optimise a composite adsorbent …

Characterization of cellulosic plant fiber extracted from Waltheria indica Linn. stem

GS Priyadharshini, T Velmurugan… - Biomass Conversion …, 2024 - Springer
Biomass-based fiber-reinforced polymer composites have emerged as a pioneering
alternative for polymer matrix composites due to their low strength-to-weight ratio and as …

Sustainable poly (lactic acid) transformation: Leveraging agri-food waste—compatibilization strategies nexus for enhanced properties

JCC Yeo, JK Muiruri, PSK Lee, R Vijayakumar… - … Composites and Hybrid …, 2024 - Springer
The paper comprehensively reviews the upcycling and utilization of agri-food loss and
wastes (FLWs) in poly (lactic acid)(PLA)-based biocomposites from the perspective of …

Facile exfoliation and physicochemical characterization of biomass-based cellulose derived from Pandanus tectorius leaves for sustainable environment

V Kavimani, D Divakaran, M Sriariyanun… - Biomass Conversion …, 2024 - Springer
Cellulose present in natural plant sources has better potentials to replace traditional
synthetic fibers. However, a lack of knowledge and awareness on cellulose hinders efforts to …

Optimization of pyrolysis process parameters for fuel oil production from the thermal recycling of waste polypropylene grocery bags using the Box–Behnken design

B Prabha, D Ramesh, S Sriramajayam, D Uma - Recycling, 2024 - mdpi.com
The impact of dumping plastic waste is realized in different ecosystems of the planet.
Several methods have been adopted to dispose of these wastes for energy recovery. This …

Investigation on elastic constants of microfibril reinforced poly vinyl chloride composites using impulsive excitation of vibration

S Aravindh, G Venkatachalam - Polymers, 2022 - mdpi.com
The creation of tenable green composites is in high demand, due to ecologically available
resources paving the way for applications to thrive in the manufacturing, aerospace …

Optimization of adsorbent dose and contact time for the production of jackfruit waste nutrient-enriched biochar

D Nsubuga, I Kabenge, A Zziwa, VA Yiga… - Waste Disposal & …, 2023 - Springer
Raw biochar can be enriched with nutrients from digestates through adsorption producing
nutrient-enriched biochar. The nutrient-enriched biochar can be used as a soil amendment …

Rice Husk with PLA: 3D Filament Making and Additive Manufacturing of Samples for Potential Structural Applications

G Barreto, S Restrepo, CM Vieira, SN Monteiro… - Polymers, 2024 - mdpi.com
Additive manufacturing has garnered significant attention as a versatile method for
fabricating green and complex composite materials. This study delves into the fabrication of …