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Fabrication, Characterization, and Antimicrobial Activity of PLA/Chitosan Composites Reinforced With Sugarcane Bagasse–Derived Fillers

Applied Research, Volume 5, Issue 4, August 2026.
Fiber treatment improved sugarcane bagasse by increasing cellulose content to 71.7% and crystallinity to 91.36%. Among composites, PLA–CS–UASCB showed the best overall performance, maintaining tensile strength and modulus close to pure PLA while delivering the highest antimicrobial activity, reducing E. coli by 20.28% and S. aureus by 28.33%.
Akbarningrum Fatmawati, Athalia Beatrice Molianto, Theofilus Pranata, Emma Savitri, The Jaya Suteja   +4 more
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Correlation of manufacturing defects and impact behaviors of kenaf fiber reinforced hybrid fiberglass/Kevlar polyester composite

, 2021
In this study, the impact properties of kenaf fibre reinforced hybrid fiberglass/Kevlar polymeric composite was investigated. In this study, a new fiber arrangement based on kenaf bast fiber as reinforcement to the hybrid fiberglass/Kevlar fiber and ...
Salit, Mohd Sapuan, Mat Jusoh, Suriani, Jesuarockiam, Naveen, H., Syukriyah, M., Ziefarina, Ghazali, Che Mohd Ruzaidi   +5 more
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Analysis of Mechanical Properties of Kenaf and Kapok Fiber Reinforced Hybrid Polyester Composite

Journal of Natural Fibers, 2023
Natural fiber reinforced hybrid polymer composites have attracted many researchers’ attention compared to synthetic fiber composites due to their better mechanical properties. Besides being inexpensive, natural fibers are eco-friendly. In the literature,
Shilpa S. Bhambure, Addanki S. Rao, Thambiannan Senthilkumar   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Impact of Alkali Treatment on Prosopis juliflora Bark as Filler in Poly Lactic Acid for Flexible Packaging Films

Engineering Reports, Volume 8, Issue 8, August 2026.
Alkali treatment of prosopis juli flora bark powder (PJBP) enhances its compatibility with PLA, enabling the fabrication of improved biofilms. Drying in a hot air oven yields homogenous, reinforced films with potential for sustainable packaging applications.
S. Rathinavel, Mahakur Vijaykumar, S. Senthil kumar, B. Balavairavan, J. Karthikeyan, T. Banu, T. S. Senthilkumar, A. Johnson Santhosh   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Mechanical durability and degradation characteristics of long kenaf-reinforced PLA composites fabricated using an eco-friendly method

Engineering Science and Technology, an International Journal
The research has focused on evaluating the mechanical strength of long unidirectional kenaf-PLA composite and the degradation effect after accelerated weathering exposure.
Farah ’Atiqah Abdul Azam, Izdihar Tharazi, Abu Bakar Sulong, Rohayu Che Omar, Norhamidi Muhamad   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Influence of Fiber Content on Mechanical and Morphological Properties of Woven Kenaf Reinforced PVB Film Produced Using a Hot Press Technique

International Journal of Polymer Science, 2016
This work addresses the results of experimental investigation carried out on mechanical and morphological properties of plain woven kenaf fiber reinforced PVB film which was prepared by hot press technique. The composites were prepared with various fiber
Suhad D. Salman, Z. Leman, M. T. H. Sultan, M. R. Ishak, F. Cardona   +4 more
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Development and Mechanical Characterization of Light Weight Fiber Metal Laminate using Jute, Kenaf and Aluminium [PDF]

Mechanics of Advanced Composite Structures
This research focuses on the development and mechanical characterization of a lightweight sustainable fiber metal laminate (FML) using jute, kenaf, and aluminium.
Vishwas Mahesh, Vinyas Mahesh
doaj   +1 more source

Evaluation of the Mechanical and Biodegradation Properties of Kenaf Fiber‐Reinforced PLA Composites: An Experimental Study

Engineering Reports, Volume 8, Issue 8, August 2026.
Untreated kenaf fiber‐reinforced PLA composites fabricated via a simple hot‐pressing technique exhibit competitive mechanical performance and biodegradability. Increasing fiber content to 30% significantly enhances tensile and flexural properties, offering a cost‐effective, sustainable material for temporary applications like food packaging and single ...
Amartya Biswas, Md. Mashuk, Md. Iftekhar Alam, Fahim Khan, Erfat Arifin, Fazle Rabbi, M. A. Gafur   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

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
wiley   +1 more source

Mechanical Properties and Biodegradability of the Kenaf/Soy Protein Isolate-PVA Biocomposites

International Journal of Polymer Science, 2015
The effective utilization of original natural fibers as indispensable components in natural resins for developing novel, low-cost, eco-friendly biocomposites is one of the most rapidly emerging fields of research in fiber-reinforced composite.
Jong Sung Won, Ji Eun Lee, Da Young Jin, Seung Goo Lee   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source