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Mechanical Characteristics of Green Composites of Short Kenaf Bast Fiber Reinforced in Cardanol

Advances in Materials Science and Engineering, 2019
In this experiment, thermoset cardanol resin was reinforced with short kenaf bast fibers to produce 100% green composites. Different fiber loadings based on weight ratios (0%, 30%, 40%, 50%, and 60%) were fabricated by the hand layup method followed by ...
Zahra Dashtizadeh, Abdan Khalina, Francisco Cardona, Ching Hao Lee   +3 more
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Green Composites Based on Kenaf Fibers [PDF]

Advanced Engineering Forum, 2015
Natural fibers have recently become attractive to automotive industry as an alternative reinforcement for glass fiber reinforced thermoplastics. The best way to increase the fuel efficiency without sacrificing safety is to employ fiber reinforced composite materials in the body of the cars so that weight reduction can be achieved.
Radu Francisc Coterlici, Virgil Geamăn, Irinel Radomir, Mihai Alin Pop   +3 more
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PLA/Kahili Ginger Fiber Biocomposites Processed by Fused Filament Fabrication: Physical and Mechanical Characterization

Polymer Composites, Volume 47, Issue 15, Page 13580-13592, 10 August 2026.
Processing route of PLA/KG composites and the resulting mechanical properties compared to PLA. ABSTRACT This study explores the potential of Kahili ginger (KG) fibers as reinforcement/filler in poly(lactic acid) (PLA) matrix composites for 3D printing applications.
Bruno Lourenço, Rita Serôdio, Ana Clara Marques, Raquel Galante, Ricardo Claudio, Célio G. Figueiredo‐Pina   +5 more
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Tensile Properties of Kenaf Fiber Bundle [PDF]

SRX Materials Science, 2010
Tensile tests of kenaf fiber with different characteristics were carried out and their potential application to the reinforcement of FRP was conducted. Specifically, the effect of stem diameter and length on the mechanical properties of kenaf fiber of different types was investigated.
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Progress in Biodegradable Nonwoven Materials for Personal Protective Applications

Macromolecular Materials and Engineering, Volume 311, Issue 8, August 2026.
ABSTRACT Personal protective equipment generates large waste streams, underscoring the need for materials that deliver protection without persistent environmental costs. This study reviews biodegradable nonwoven options and relates material choice and disposal routes to barrier performance, comfort, and footprint.
Tarikul Islam, Sayam, Pooja Maurya, Gajanan Bhat   +3 more
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Investigation on Morphoagronomic and Physicomechanical Properties of BJRI-Developed Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) Varieties

International Journal of Polymer Science
Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) is a warm-season annual crop from the Malvaceae family, valued for its bast fibers, where selecting the right variety is key to maximizing fiber yield and quality for industrial use.
Md. Anisur Rahman Dayan, Md. Mia Mukul, Nafiz Mehmud Khan, Md. Taibur Rahman Tushar, Md. Mahmudul Habib, Ronzon Chandra Das   +5 more
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Investigation on the Effect of Kenaf Core and Stalk Fiber on the Medium Density Fiber Board Properties Made of Poplar Fibers [PDF]

Iranian Journal of Wood and Paper Industries, 2012
In order to optimize the use of material non-forest resources, in this study the possibility of using the kenaf stalk fibers mixed with poplar fibers in producing medium density fiber board was considered.
Fahimeh SH.Alizadeh, M.Reza D.Firuzabadi, Abolfazl Kargarfard, Mehrab Madhoushi   +3 more
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Notched Strength of Woven Fabric Kenaf Composites with Different Fiber Orientations

MATEC Web of Conferences, 2017
The awareness of implementing sustainable materials in construction industry is gaining good attention among engineers worldwide. Kenaf fibers are local renewable materials to combine with epoxy polymers matrix in producing lightweight composite ...
Ahmad Hilton, Rahim Safwan
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Effect of fiber orientation and elevated temperature on the mechanical properties of unidirectional continuous kenaf reinforced PLA composites

Reviews on Advanced Materials Science, 2023
Limitation in practical applications of biopolymer–fiber composite is mainly at higher temperatures. Thus, this study highlights the effects of fiber orientation on the durability of polylactic acid (PLA) reinforced with unidirectional (UD) continuous ...
Tharazi Izdihar, Abdul Azam Farah Atiqah, Muhamad Norhamidi, Hui David, Sulong Abu Bakar, Gaff Milan   +5 more
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Applications of Textile Waste as Reinforcement in Fiber‐Reinforced Polymer Composites for Circularity—A Review

Macromolecular Materials and Engineering, Volume 311, Issue 8, August 2026.
This review highlights the utilisation of textile waste in fibre‐reinforced polymer composites to reduce environmental impacts of pre‐ and post‐consumer textile waste. It critically examines waste composites’ manufacturing processes, their structural details, mechanical, thermal, physical properties, while discussing chemical treatments, hybridization ...
Md Ikramul Islam, Hom N. Dhakal, Andrew Pickford, Seeram Ramakrishna, Abu Saifullah   +4 more
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