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Surface modification, characterization and properties of regenerated cellulose NYPA fructicans filled microcrystalline cellulose biocomposite films

, 2023
Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Engineering. Confidential item (contains confidential information under the Official Secret Act 1972*)The regenerated cellulose (RC) biocomposite films from nypa fruticans (NF) and microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) were ...
Vaniespree, Govindan
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Nutrient controlled release behaviors and plant growth of NPK encapsulated hydroxyapatite/alginate biocomposite toward agricultural and environmental sustainability

Materials Research Express
Controlled release fertilizers (CRFs) promote sustainable agriculture by gradually releasing nutrients into the soil while also mitigating environmental pollution.
Patcharakamon Nooeaid, Kamonchai Cha-aim, Piyachat Chuysinuan, Chalinan Pengsuk, Thanyaluck Thanyacharoern, Supaporn Sophonputtanaphoca, Supanna Techasakul   +6 more
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Eco-friendly biocomposite foam from natural rubber latex and rice starch for sustainable packaging applications

eXPRESS Polymer Letters
An environmental pollution problem is caused in part by packaging materials made from non-biodegradable synthetic polymers derived from petroleum. In this study, eco-friendly biofoams derived from natural rubber (NR) latex and rice starch (RS) were ...
Wannarat Chueangchayaphan, Phatchariya Nooun, Nittaya Ummarat, Narong Chueangchayaphan   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Potential and Trend of MXene in Smart Biocomposites Applications: A Review

Advanced Sustainable Systems, Volume 10, Issue 10, October 2026.
MXene‐based biocomposites emerge as a promising class of multifunctional materials that integrate the exceptional electrical, thermal, and electrochemical properties of MXenes with the biocompatibility and sustainability of biopolymers. This review examines their synthesis, fabrication, and structure–property relationships while highlighting ...
Joy Chigozie Anene‐Amaechi, Kehinde James Falua, Amin Babaei‐Ghazvini, Bishnu Acharya   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Upcycling Automotive Recyclate and Miscanthus Derived‐Biocarbon for Sustainable Composite in Automotive Applications

Applied Research, Volume 5, Issue 5, October 2026.
Melt compounding of automotive recycled polypropylene, Miscanthus‐derived biocarbon, ethylene‐1‐octene, and a compatibilizer into pellets, which are injection molded into compatibilized composites exhibiting improved mechanical properties and enhanced fiber–matrix adhesion as confirmed by SEM microstructural analysis.
Prashansa Agarwal, Kehinde Olonisakin, Nur Fazreen Alias, Amar K. Mohanty, Mahendra Thimmanagari, Atul Bali, Manjusri Misra   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Comprehensive Review of Hybridization of Kenaf Fiber/Banana Fiber Filled Polymer Composites in Automobile and Aerospace Industries

SPE Polymers, Volume 7, Issue 4, October 2026.
Hybridization of kenaf and banana fibres in aerospace and automobile applications. ABSTRACT Natural fiber reinforced polymer composites have been extensively studied as a result of the automotive and aerospace industries' need for lightweight, durable materials and the growing environmental concerns surrounding the production of synthetic fibers.
Ayodele Abraham Ajayi, Mukondeleli Grace Kanakana Katumba   +1 more
wiley   +1 more source

Hemp Hurd/HDPE Thermoplastic Biocomposites: Effects of Oxidized Polyethylene and EPDM Elastomer on Material Performance

SPE Polymers, Volume 7, Issue 4, October 2026.
Processing of hemp hurd/HDPE‐ based biocomposites. ABSTRACT The biocomposites examined in this study utilize hemp hurd as the lignocellulosic biomass and high‐density polyethylene (HDPE) as the thermoplastic matrix, with a 50 wt.% hurd content. Oxidized polyethylene (OPE) and ethylene–propylene–diene monomer (EPDM) rubber were incorporated at varying ...
Arun Ghosh
wiley   +1 more source

Almond Shell‐Derived Cellulosic Microfibres: Extraction, Characterisation and Applications in Sustainable Paper‐Based Packaging

Packaging Technology and Science, Volume 39, Issue 10, Page 1231-1251, October 2026.
Cellulosic microfibres were extracted from almond shells using organosolv, soda and kraft processes, and comprehensive physicochemical, surface, thermal and morphological characterisation demonstrated their strong potential as sustainable fillers for paper‐based packaging application. ABSTRACT This study develops pathways for the valorisation of almond
Lokesh Kumar, Sachin Agate, T. Edwin Freeman, Preeti Tyagi, Lokendra Pal   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Process‐Induced Anisotropy and Fracture Behavior of Pellet‐3D Printed PLA and PLA/Flax Biocomposites

Polymer Composites, Volume 47, Issue 18, Page 16442-16462, 20 September 2026.
Fused Granular Fabrication of PLA and PLA/flax biocomposites, followed by tensile testing and fracture surface analysis to evaluate the effects of raster orientation and layer number on anisotropy and fracture behavior. ABSTRACT Fused granular fabrication (FGF) enables cost‐effective, large‐scale polymer additive manufacturing; however, the mechanical ...
Fernando Ancio, Luis Távara, Luis Miguel Ferreira   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

From Growing Conditions to Composite Performance: Acid‐Engineered Algerian Sisal Fibers for Sustainable Bio‐Epoxy Composites

Polymer Composites, Volume 47, Issue 18, Page 16585-16605, 20 September 2026.
High‐Performance Sustainable Ski Core Bio‐Composite Derived from Bio‐Epoxy and Sisal Sibers Systems. ABSTRACT In pursuit of sustainable and high‐performance materials, this work investigates the potential of Algerian sisal fibers as renewable reinforcements in bio‐epoxy composites.
M. A. Kacem, R. Halimi, O. Duncan, T. Allen, M. Bodaghi   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source