scholarly journals Natural Fiber-Reinforced Polylactic Acid, Polylactic Acid Blends and Their Composites for Advanced Applications

Polymers ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 202 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. A. Ilyas ◽  
M. Y. M. Zuhri ◽  
H. A. Aisyah ◽  
M. R. M. Asyraf ◽  
S. A. Hassan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Polylactic Acid ◽  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Matrix Material ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Green Composites ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Material Development ◽  
Wide Range

Polylactic acid (PLA) is a thermoplastic polymer produced from lactic acid that has been chiefly utilized in biodegradable material and as a composite matrix material. PLA is a prominent biomaterial that is widely used to replace traditional petrochemical-based polymers in various applications owing environmental concerns. Green composites have gained greater attention as ecological consciousness has grown since they have the potential to be more appealing than conventional petroleum-based composites, which are toxic and nonbiodegradable. PLA-based composites with natural fiber have been extensively utilized in a variety of applications, from packaging to medicine, due to their biodegradable, recyclable, high mechanical strength, low toxicity, good barrier properties, friendly processing, and excellent characteristics. A summary of natural fibers, green composites, and PLA, along with their respective properties, classification, functionality, and different processing methods, are discussed to discover the natural fiber-reinforced PLA composite material development for a wide range of applications. This work also emphasizes the research and properties of PLA-based green composites, PLA blend composites, and PLA hybrid composites over the past few years. PLA’s potential as a strong material in engineering applications areas is addressed. This review also covers issues, challenges, opportunities, and perspectives in developing and characterizing PLA-based green composites.

scholarly journals Development and Testing of Pine Apple and Glass Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Hybrid Composites

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 2450-2453
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Glass Fiber ◽  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Fiber Composites ◽  
Epoxy Composites ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Synthetic Fibers ◽  
Glass Fiber Reinforced

Usage of Natural Fiber Composites (NFC) is increased rapidly due to the bio degradability nature of the fibers. These natural fibers are mixed with synthetic fibers to obtain better mechanical properties. In this study, pine apple and glass fiber reinforced epoxy composites are developed and their mechanical properties were evaluated. Composites were prepared by varying the fibers content and by using hand layup process with glass moulds of size 160 x 160 x 3 mm3 . The obtained laminates were sliced as per the ASTM criterion to test the properties. Higher glass fiber content in the composite specimen obtained higher mechanical properties. The composites can be utilized for the purpose of manufacturing components like doors panels, desks, roof tops etc.

An overview: characterization of natural fiber reinforced hybrid composites

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Balasubramanian ◽  
Thozhuvur Govindaraman Loganathan ◽  
R. Srimath
Keyword(s):  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Tensile Modulus ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Specific Strength ◽  
Wide Range

Purpose The purpose of this study is to understand the behavior of hybrid bio-composites under varied applications. Design/methodology/approach Fabrication methods and material characterization of various hybrid bio-composites are analyzed by studying the tensile, impact, flexural and hardness of the same. The natural fiber is a manufactured group of assembly of big or short bundles of fiber to produce one or more layers of flat sheets. The natural fiber-reinforced composite materials offer a wide range of properties that are suitable for many engineering-related fields like aerospace, automotive areas. The main characteristics of natural fiber composites are durability, low cost, low weight, high specific strength and equally good mechanical properties. Findings The tensile properties like tensile strength and tensile modulus of flax/hemp/sisal/Coir/Palmyra fiber-reinforced composites are majorly dependent on the chemical treatment and catalyst usage with fiber. The flexural properties of flax/hemp/sisal/coir/Palmyra are greatly dependent on fiber orientation and fiber length. Impact properties of flax/hemp/sisal/coir/Palmyra are depended on the fiber content, composition and orientation of various fibers. Originality/value This study is a review of various research work done on the natural fiber bio-composites exhibiting the factors to be considered for specific load conditions.

scholarly journals A Review on Green Composites Based on Natural Fiber-Reinforced Polybutylene Succinate (PBS)

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (8) ◽  
pp. 1200
Author(s):  
Mokgaotsa J. Mochane ◽  
Sifiso I. Magagula ◽  
Jeremia S. Sefadi ◽  
Teboho C. Mokhena
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Environmentally Friendly ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Biodegradable Plastic ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Butylene Succinate ◽  
Plastic Wastes ◽  
Polybutylene Succinate

The need for utilization of environmentally friendly materials has emerged due to environmental pollution that is caused by non-biodegradable materials. The usage of non-biodegradable plastics has increased in the past decades in many industries, and, as a result, the generation of non-biodegradable plastic wastes has also increased. To solve the problem of non-biodegradable plastic wastes, there is need for fabrication of bio-based polymers to replace petroleum-based polymers and provide strategic plans to reduce the production cost of bioplastics. One of the emerging bioplastics in the market is poly (butylene succinate) (PBS) and it has been the biopolymer of choice due to its biodegradability and environmental friendliness. However, there are some disadvantages associated with PBS such as high cost, low gas barrier properties, and softness. To lower the cost of PBS and enhance its properties, natural lignocellulosic fibers are incorporated into the PBS matrix, to form environmentally friendly composites. Natural fiber-based biocomposites have emerged as materials of interest in important industries such as packaging, automobile, and construction. The bonding between the PBS and natural fibers is weak, which is a major problem for advanced applications of this system. As a result, this review paper discusses various methods that are employed for surface modification of the Fibers The paper provides an in-depth discussion on the preparation, modification, and morphology of the natural fiber-reinforced polybutylene succinate biocomposites. Furthermore, because the preparation as well as the modification of the fiber-reinforced biocomposites have an influence on the mechanical properties of the biocomposites, mechanical properties of the biocomposites are also discussed. The applications of the natural fiber/PBS biocomposites for different systems are also reported.

scholarly journals A Review on Mechanical Performance of Hybrid Natural Fiber Polymer Composites for Structural Applications

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (13) ◽  
pp. 2170
Author(s):  
N. M. Nurazzi ◽  
M. R. M. Asyraf ◽  
S. Fatimah Athiyah ◽  
S. S. Shazleen ◽  
S. Ayu Rafiqah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Composite Materials ◽  
Polymer Composites ◽  
Mechanical Performance ◽  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Fiber Composite ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Synthetic Fibers ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Structural Applications

In the field of hybrid natural fiber polymer composites, there has been a recent surge in research and innovation for structural applications. To expand the strengths and applications of this category of materials, significant effort was put into improving their mechanical properties. Hybridization is a designed technique for fiber-reinforced composite materials that involves combining two or more fibers of different groups within a single matrix to manipulate the desired properties. They may be made from a mix of natural and synthetic fibers, synthetic and synthetic fibers, or natural fiber and carbonaceous materials. Owing to their diverse properties, hybrid natural fiber composite materials are manufactured from a variety of materials, including rubber, elastomer, metal, ceramics, glasses, and plants, which come in composite, sandwich laminate, lattice, and segmented shapes. Hybrid composites have a wide range of uses, including in aerospace interiors, naval, civil building, industrial, and sporting goods. This study intends to provide a summary of the factors that contribute to natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites’ mechanical and structural failure as well as overview the details and developments that have been achieved with the composites.

scholarly journals Critical Review of Natural Fiber Reinforced Hybrid Composites: Processing, Properties, Applications and Cost

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (20) ◽  
pp. 3514
Author(s):  
M. J. Suriani ◽  
R. A. Ilyas ◽  
M. Y. M. Zuhri ◽  
A. Khalina ◽  
M. T. H. Sultan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Synthetic Fibers ◽  
Reinforced Composite ◽  
Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites ◽  
Natural Composites ◽  
Composites Processing ◽  
Processing Properties

Increasing scientific interest has occurred concerning the utilization of natural fiber-enhanced hybrid composites that incorporate one or more types of natural enhancement. Annual natural fiber production is estimated to be 1,783,965 × 103 tons/year. Extensive studies have been conducted in the domains of natural/synthetic as well as natural/natural hybrid composites. As synthetic fibers have better rigidity and strength than natural fibers, natural/synthetic hybrid composites have superior qualities via hybridization compared to natural composites in fibers. In general, natural fiber compounds have lower characteristics, limiting the use of natural composites reinforced by fiber. Significant effort was spent in enhancing the mechanical characteristics of this group of materials to increase their strengths and applications, especially via the hybridization process, by manipulating the characteristics of fiber-reinforced composite materials. Current studies concentrate on enhancing the understanding of natural fiber-matrix adhesion, enhancing processing methods, and natural fiber compatibility. The optimal and resilient conceptions have also been addressed due to the inherently more significant variabilities. Moreover, much research has tackled natural fiber reinforced hybrid composite costs. In addition, this review article aims to offer a review of the variables that lead to the mechanical and structural failure of natural fiber reinforced polymer composites, as well as an overview of the details and costings of the composites.

Preparation and characterisation of glass and cotton fibers reinforced epoxy hybrid composites

2019 ◽  
Vol 48 (4) ◽  
pp. 272-276
Author(s):  
Giridharan R. ◽  
Jenarthanan M.P.
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Epoxy Resin ◽  
Cotton Fiber ◽  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Superior Performance ◽  
Cotton Fibers ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Content Type

Purpose Natural fiber composites have been proven an alternative to conventional composites in many applications such as automotive and transportation industries owing to their eco-friendliness and abundant availability. Also, they are recyclable and biodegradable. Therefore, the need for composites having superior performance is increasing consistently, which has prompted the research reported in this paper. This paper aims to fabricate and evaluate the properties of hybrid composites using glass and cotton fiber with epoxy resin. Design/methodology/approach They were prepared by hand lay-up method, using e-glass and cotton fibers. Epoxy resin used in the preparation of composites. The composites were hybridized at two weight percentages (20 and 30 Wt.%). The prepared samples were tested to evaluate its properties, such as tensile strength, flexural strength, impact strength and scanning electron microscope . Findings Microscopic examination revealed the morphological features. Hybrid fiber reinforced epoxy composite (HFREC) exhibited better mechanical properties than the individual samples. It is clear that 30 Wt.% fraction of fiber is better in mechanical properties than 20 Wt.% fraction of fiber reinforcement in both glass fiber and cotton fiber as reinforcement. Also, the hybridization of fibers resulted in increase in properties. Research limitations/implications As cotton fibers are biodegradable, recyclable and lightweight, it has many applications and is mainly used as automotive components, aerospace parts, sporting goods and building industry when reinforced with glass and epoxy. With this scenario, the obtained results of cotton fiber reinforced composites are not ignorable, which could be of potential use, as it leads to better use of available natural fibers. Originality/value This work discovered the properties of e-glass and cotton fiber reinforced epoxy resin hybrid composites (hybridized at different weight percentages), which has not been attempted so far.

The influence of different parameters in tribological characteristics of pineapple/sisal/TiO2 filler incorporation

2021 ◽  
pp. 152808372110226
Author(s):  
KR Sumesh ◽  
G Saikrishnan ◽  
P Pandiyan ◽  
L Prabhu ◽  
S Gokulkumar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Matrix Material ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Hybrid Fiber ◽  
Compression Moulding ◽  
Taguchi Optimization ◽  
The Matrix ◽  
Response Optimization ◽  
Good Improvement

In this experimentation hybrid composites using natural fibers and titanium oxide (TiO2) nano filler were fabricated using compression moulding technique. Pineapple (P) and Sisal (S) fibers were used as the natural reinforcements with epoxy as the matrix material. The mechanical results of flexural, impact and tensile properties found good improvement in the properties with SP fiber reinforcement (1:1 ratio) and TiO2 filler addition. The combination with 40 wt.% SP/5 wt.% TiO2 observed better mechanical results. The Taguchi optimization results showed lower Specific Wear Rate (SWR) by the incorporation of high TiO2 filler (5 wt.%) addition with the polymer-based composites. The filler substitutes replace the vacant space between fiber/matrix phase and add to the properties. The multi response optimization with TOPSIS proved that hybrid SP has the high influence in overall tribological properties of the natural fiber composites with rank 1 followed by filler incorporation. The results showed combination with 5 wt.% TiO2/20 wt.% SP Hybrid fiber/500 m Sliding distance/Sliding speed of 1 m/s and applied load of 5 N having optimized results.

scholarly journals Delamination and Manufacturing Defects in Natural Fiber-Reinforced Hybrid Composite: A Review

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (8) ◽  
pp. 1323
Author(s):  
M. J. Suriani ◽  
Hannah Zalifah Rapi ◽  
R. A. Ilyas ◽  
Michal Petrů ◽  
S. M. Sapuan
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Hybrid Composite ◽  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Manufacturing Industries ◽  
Synthetic Fiber ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Manufacturing Defects ◽  
Reinforced Composite

In recent years, most boat fabrication companies use 100% synthetic fiber-reinforced composite materials, due to their high performance of mechanical properties. In the new trend of research on the fabrication of boat structure using natural fiber hybrid with kevlar/fiberglass-reinforced composite, the result of tensile, bending, and impact strength showed that glass fiber-reinforced polyester composite gave high strength with increasing glass fiber contents. At some point, realizing the cost of synthetic fiber is getting higher, researchers today have started to use natural fibers that are seen as a more cost-effective option. Natural fibers, however, have some disadvantages, such as high moisture absorption, due to repelling nature; low wettability; low thermal stability; and quality variation, which lead to the degradation of composite properties. In recent times, hybridization is recommended by most researchers as a solution to natural fiber’s weaknesses and to reduce the use of synthetic fibers that are not environmentally friendly. In addition, hybrid composite has its own special advantages, i.e., balanced strength and stiffness, reduced weight and cost, improved fatigue resistance and fracture toughness, and improved impact resistance. The synthetic–nature fiber hybrid composites are used in a variety of applications as a modern material that has attracted most manufacturing industries’ attention to shift to using the hybrid composite. Some of the previous studies stated that delamination and manufacturing had influenced the performance of the hybrid composites. In order to expand the use of natural fiber as a successful reinforcement in hybrid composite, the factor that affects the manufacturing defects needs to be investigated. In this review paper, a compilation of the reviews on the delamination and a few common manufacturing defect types illustrating the overview of the impact on the mechanical properties encountered by most of the composite manufacturing industries are presented.

Information in United States Patents on works related to ‘Natural Fibers’: 2000-2018

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 4-76 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krittirash Yorseng ◽  
Mavinkere R. Sanjay ◽  
Jiratti Tengsuthiwat ◽  
Harikrishnan Pulikkalparambil ◽  
Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Composite Materials ◽  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Comprehensive Evaluation ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Fiber Reinforced Composites ◽  
Reinforced Composites ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Macro Scale ◽  
Structural Applications

Background: This era has seen outstanding achievements in materials science through the advances in natural fiber-based composites. The new environmentally friendly and sustainability concerns have imposed the chemists, biologists, researchers, engineers, and scientists to discover the engineering and structural applications of natural fiber reinforced composites. Objective: To present a comprehensive evaluation of information from 2000 to 2018 in United States patents in the field of natural fibers and their composite materials. Methods: The patent data have been taken from the external links of US patents such as IFI CLAIMS Patent Services, USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet, Global Dossier, and Discuss. Results: The present world scenario demands the usage of natural fibers from agricultural and forest byproducts as a reinforcement material for fiber reinforced composites. Natural fibers can be easily extracted from plants and animals. Recently natural fiber in nanoscale is preferred over micro and macro scale fibers due to its superior thermo-mechanical properties. However, the choice of macro, micro, and nanofibers depends on their applications. Conclusion: This document presents a comprehensive evaluation of information from 2000 to 2018 in United States patents in the field of natural fibers and their composite materials.

Processing of high weight fraction banana fiber reinforced epoxy composites using pressure induced dip casting method

2021 ◽  
pp. 002199832098804
Author(s):  
TP Mohan ◽  
K Kanny
Keyword(s):  
Matrix Composite ◽  
Epoxy Polymer ◽  
Epoxy Composite ◽  
Matrix Material ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Weight Fraction ◽  
Polymer Composite Material ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Banana Fiber ◽  
Banana Fibers

The objective of this work is to realize new polymer composite material containing high amount of natural fibers as a bio-based reinforcement phase. Short banana fiber is chosen as a reinforcement material and epoxy polymer as a matrix material. About 77 wt.% of banana fibers were reinforced in the epoxy polymer matrix composite, using pressure induced fiber dipping method. Nanoclay particles were infused into the banana fibers to improve the fiber matrix interface properties. The nanoclay infused banana fiber were used to reinforce epoxy composite and its properties were compared with untreated banana fiber reinforced epoxy composite and banana fiber reinforced epoxy filled with nanoclay matrix composite. The surface characteristics of these composites were examined by electron microscope and the result shows well dispersed fibers in epoxy matrix. Thermal (thermogravimetry analysis and dynamic mechanical analysis), mechanical (tensile and fiber pullout) and water barrier properties of these composites were examined and the result showed that the nanoclay infused banana fiber reinforced epoxy composite shows better and improved properties. Improved surface finish composite was also obtained by this processing technique.

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document