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Polymer Composites, EarlyView.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 +4 more
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Polymer Engineering &Science, EarlyView.Schematic representation of the development of cellulosic bioplastic‐based biocomposites via reactive extrusion and injection molding, demonstrating improved oxygen and water vapor barrier properties for biodegradable packaging applications. ABSTRACT Cellulosic bioplastics have attained significant interest because of their biodegradability and ...
Reshma Krishnan +2 more
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A STUDY OF THE EFFECT OF ACETYLATION ON HEMP FIBRES WITH VINYL ACETATE
BioResources, 2012 Chemical modifications of hemp fibers were performed with acetic anhydride (AA) and vinyl acetate (VA) in the presence of pyridine or potassium carbonate as catalysts.
Nilgül Özmen
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Antioxidant Potential of Hemp and Flax Fibers Depending on Their Chemical Composition
Molecules, 2018 Flax and hemp fibers are known as textile raw materials with pro-health properties. This paper presents results of research aimed at investigating the antioxidant activity of the fibers in order to explain a mechanism for the favorable influence of ...
Malgorzata Zimniewska +4 more
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Modification and Characterization of Hemp and Sisal Fibers
Journal of Natural Fibers, 2014 This work is to investigate the effectiveness of the surface treatment technique of fiber impregnation in polymer solution in improving compatibility of natural fibers with matrix. Hemp and sisal fibers were treated through polymer coating in comparison to acetylation, alkalization/acetylation, and silanization.
Hamideh Hajiha +2 more
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Exploring biofiber properties and their influence on biocomposite tensile properties
Polymer International, EarlyView.The study measured the physical, flow and chemical properties of 10 biofibers. It characterized the tensile properties of derived biocomposites and linked them using regression models, showing robust predictive performance. Abstract Biofibers serve as effective reinforcements for neat polylactic acid (PLA) in biocomposites, offering an attractive ...
Oluwafemi A. Oyedeji +5 more
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Packaging Technology and Science, EarlyView.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 +4 more
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Nanocellulose‐based hydrogel membranes for underwater osmotic actuators
Responsive Materials, EarlyView.The review comprehensively summarizes the research progress of nanocellulose‐based hydrogel membranes for underwater osmotic actuators, from the building blocks of nanocelluloses to the underwater osmotic actuation mechanism and applications, and outlines their challenges and perspectives, aiming to facilitate their applications in underwater remote ...
Qingchen Li +10 more
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Short-Term Durability of Hemp Fibers
Procedia Engineering, 2017 Abstract Short-term durability tests on hemp-fiber confined concrete cylinders made up of one layer of hemp-fiber bundles were conducted to study their behavior. Compression test was performed after wetting and drying cycles in both water and seawater. Moreover, uniaxial tension test on hemp-fiber bundles was conducted to study the effect of extended
Riham Ramadan +4 more
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Sustainable Development, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Integrating eco‐design practices in product development from the start is essential for fashion accessories like bags and backpacks, which involve complex manufacturing, diverse materials, and strong socio‐cultural meanings. Building on this premise and drawing from the Lifecycle Design Strategy Wheel, this study aims to characterize the eco ...
Francesco Paolo Lagrasta +2 more
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