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Thermal and Mechanical Characterization of Coir Fibre–Reinforced Polypropylene Biocomposites

open access: yesCrystals, 2022
In recent years, the growth of environmental awareness has increased the interest in the development of biocomposites which are sustainable materials with an excellent price–performance ratio and low weight.
Mariana Ichim   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Energy-Efficient Low-Complexity Algorithm in 5G Massive MIMO Systems [PDF]

open access: yes, 2021
Energy efficiency (EE) is a critical design when taking into account circuit power consumption (CPC) in fifth-generation cellular networks. These problems arise because of the increasing number of antennas in massive multiple-input multiple-output ...
A. Hamzah, Shipun   +6 more
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Mathematical study of bio-fibre comminution process as first step towards valorization of post-harvest waste materials

open access: yesCleaner Materials, 2022
The objective of this study was to analyse bio-fibre comminution energy and particle size classification as the first step towards converting cellulose based agricultural residues into environment-friendly composite products. Bio-fibres used in the study
Christian Emeka Okafor   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effect of Surface Modification on the Properties of Polypropylene Matrix Reinforced with Coir Fibre and Yam Peel Particulate

open access: yesThe Scientific World Journal, 2021
Polypropylene composites reinforced with coir fibre and yam peel particulate were produced using compression moulding machine. Treated and untreated coir fibres were used; 1.5 M NaOH was used for the treated coir fibres.
Adeolu A. Adediran   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Impact of Fibres on the Mechanical and Durable Behaviour of Fibre-Reinforced Concrete

open access: yesBuildings, 2022
Numerous studies have been conducted recently on fibre reinforced concrete (FRC), a material that is frequently utilized in the building sector. The utilization of FRC has grown in relevance recently due to its enhanced mechanical qualities over normal ...
Florence More Dattu Shanker More   +1 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effect of different lignocellulosic fibres on poly(ε-caprolactone)-based composites for potential applications in orthotics [PDF]

open access: yes, 2015
This work compares the mechanical and thermal behaviour of fully biodegradable biocomposites based on polycaprolactone reinforced with three different natural fibres, namely hemp, sisal and coir, for potential applications in the field of orthoses.
DE SANTIS, Rita   +7 more
core   +1 more source

Abrasive Wear Performance of Coir Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite

open access: yesTribology in Industry, 2023
In the current era, there is a high demand to develop and explore new eco-materials for different engineering applications. Most engineering components are subjected to tri-biological loading conditions during the service.
A. Shalwan, S. Mallampati, B.F. Yousif
doaj   +1 more source

Mechanical properties of flax and hemp yarns designed for the manufacturing of geotextiles. Improvement of the resistance to soil born microorganisms. [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
Geotextiles are widely used to stabilize river banks from erosion when these ones are restored into vegetal covered areas as mentioned by European regulations.
Laine, Eric   +3 more
core   +3 more sources

Analysis of the effects of heat treatment on the tensile properties of coir fibres using Minitab-18 statistical software

open access: yesEngineering and Applied Science Research, 2022
Vacuum oven heat treatments were done to enhance the properties of coir fibre for improved performance in composites. Their effects on the mechanical properties of coir fibres were investigated.
Chioma Ifeyinwa Madueke   +2 more
doaj  

Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Green Concrete Composites Containing Coir Fibre

open access: yesChemical Engineering Transactions, 2017
Green concrete ensuing from different bio fibre exploration for a cleaner environment is one of the pressing issues for concrete engineers and scientists in the 21st century. Usage of bio fibres in green concrete production has drawn appreciable interest
E.B. Ogunbode   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

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