Alkali treatment and its effect on tribological properties of naturally woven coconut sheath polyester composite [PDF]
, 2013 In the recent years natural fibres have drawn great interest for its bio-degradability, low cost and its availability in nature. Among different types of natural fibres, naturally woven coconut sheath fibres are one of the recently explored alternatives ...
Irullappasamy, Siva +3 more
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Composite foundations on Malaysian soft clay soil: applications of innovative techniques [PDF]
, 2012 An innovative technique of electro osmosis coupled with vertical surcharge loading to accelerate the consolidation and stiffen Kaolin (China Clay Grade E) was investigated in this study.
Mohd Yusof, Khairul Nizar
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Shear behaviour of soil reinforced with randomly distributed jute and coir fibres
Next MaterialsThe incorporation of randomly distributed natural fibres into soil matrices offers a sustainable and cost-effective approach for enhancing the mechanical performance of geomaterials.
Samirsinh P. Parmar, Atindra Shukla
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The influence of woven geotextiles on ponding time and overland flow
Soil and Water Research, 2016 Nowadays, both synthetic and natural geotextiles are used to mitigate water erosion processes on hillslopes. Jute and coir are most suitable materials for the production of woven geotextiles.
Jan KOŘÍNEK +2 more
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Non conventional low-cost cellulose and keratin based biopolymeric sorbents for oil/water separation and spill cleanup - A review [PDF]
, 2017 Oil spills remain an inevitable risk in the exploration, production and transportation of hydrocarbons. Their impacts on the environment are usually severe, hence effective and efficient response strategies are essential to minimise environmental damage.
Ifelebuegu, Augustine, Johnson, Ambulai
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Construction and Building Materials, 2016 Abstract In this study, coir fibres were studied for use as reinforcement materials for polymer and cementitious composites. The effect of fibre treatment (i.e. 5 wt.% NaOH solution at 20 °C for 30 min) on microstructure and mechanical properties of coir fibre, coir fibre reinforced epoxy (CFRE) and coir fibre reinforced cementitious (CFRC ...
Yan, Libo +3 more
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Properties of Polyurethane Foam/Coconut Coir Fiber as a Core Material and as a Sandwich Composites Component [PDF]
, 2013 This research focuses on the fabrication and characterization of the sandwich composites panel using glass fiber composite skin and polyurethane foam reinforced coconut coir fiber core.
H. Z., Abdullah +2 more
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Study on The Effectiveness of Egg Tray and Coir Fibre as A Sound Absorber
E3S Web of Conferences, 2018 Sound or noise pollution has become one major issues to the community especially those who lived in the urban areas. It does affect the activity of human life.
Kaamin Masiri +6 more
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Ultrasonic, molecular and mechanical testing diagnostics in natural fibre reinforced, polymer-stabilised earth blocks [PDF]
, 2013 The aim of this research study was to evaluate the influence of utilising natural polymers as a form of soil stabilization, in order to assess their potential for use in building applications.
Bradley, Fiona +2 more
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Materials Research ExpressIn this study, a complete characterization of fibres extracted from the spathe of the Cocos nucifera plant and the properties of spathe fibres are compared with coir fibre extracted from the outer husk of coconut. Coconut spathe fibre is available as bio
Muralikrishnan Alagarsamy +2 more
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