Coir fibre-reinforced concrete for enhanced compressive strength and sustainability in construction applications [PDF]
HeliyonThis research explores the potential of coir fibre as a sustainable and effective reinforcement material to enhance the compressive strength (CS) of concrete.
Krishna Prasad Guruswamy +6 more
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Coir Fibre Sourced Projects: Elevated Adinkra Wall Hangings
Fashion and Textiles Review, 2021 This project extracted coconut fibres via low technology processes and converted the fibres into useful hand-made functional Adinkra themed wall hangings.
Richard Acquaye +2 more
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Analysis of effect of thickness and surface treatment on sound transmission loss characteristics of natural fibres [PDF]
Scientific ReportsNoise pollution, driven by rapid urbanisation and city expansion, has created a growing demand for innovative and bio-degradable sound absorption materials.
Methil Vivek Shankar +4 more
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Investigation of mechanical characteristics of coir fibre/hexagonal boron nitride reinforced polymer composite [PDF]
Materials Research Express, 2023 Coir fibre, derived from the husk of coconuts, is a natural resource and they are biodegradable and renewable. By incorporating them, any product can become more lightweight and durable, meeting the global desire for eco-friendly and efficient designs ...
Gopalan Venkatachalam +8 more
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Low-Frequency Noise Reduction by Earmuffs with Coir and Coir/Carbon Fibre-Reinforced Polypropylene Ear Cups [PDF]
Applied Sciences, 2017 Natural fibres have been extensively studied due to their potential in a wide range of applications. This study aims to demonstrate the viability of composite earmuffs for low-frequency noise reduction in continuous and transient noise environments. Pink
Linus Yinn Leng Ang +4 more
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Characteristics of developed flexible polyurethane foams reinforced with coconut coir fibres and recycled tyres [PDF]
, 2012 Flexible Polyurethane (PU) foam is generally used in seat cushions of automotive seating for comfort and supporting the occupants. However, due to the demand for more comfortable compartment; seat cushions are now designed for better riding comfort
Wen S. Chan, Mohd Imran Ghazali
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Optimization of thermal conductivity in coir fibre-reinforced PVC composites using advanced computational techniques. [PDF]
Sci RepAnand S, Gopalan V, Pitchumani SV.
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Journal of Environmental Engineering and Landscape Management, 2018 Geochemical analysis of selected plant fibres used as geotextiles for erosion control was conducted to evaluate their geochemical composition and to determine the elements that could potentially be nutrients for plants or cause heavy metal contamination ...
Charles Izuchukwu Egbujuo +3 more
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Mechanical Behaviors of Hybrid Composites Reinforced with Epoxy Resin [PDF]
Журнал інженерних наук, 2021 Natural fibres have emerged as a renewable and cheaper substitute to synthetic materials such as glass and carbon. A composite material can be defined as combining two or more materials that result in better properties. The constituents are reinforcement,
Harikrishna V., Kumar K. V.
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Frontiers in Mechanical Engineering, 2023 Bonding synthetic fibres to metals to improve strength, durability, and corrosion resistance is a prevalent practise in the automotive, marine, and aerospace industries.
Ayedh Eid Alajmi +4 more
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