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Journal of Natural Fibers, 2022 In this study, biologically degummed okra bast and corn husk fibers were subjected to alkalization processes. Alkalization treatments resulted in decrease of linear density of the biologically degummed fibers.
G. M. Arifuzzaman Khan +2 more
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Effect of Okra Plant Lifespan upon Tensile Properties of Okra Fibers
Journal of Natural Fibers, 2022 This study has been carried out to identify the effect of the okra plant lifespan upon the tensile properties, that is, fiber bundle strength and elongation of the yielded fibers.
P.K Gupta +3 more
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Study On the Flexural and Impact Properties of Short Okra Natural Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Matrix Composites [PDF]
Engineering and Technology Journal, 2012 The okra natural fiber reinforced epoxy matrix composites were prepared by hand-lay-up. The weight fractions of okra fiber are (1, 3, 6, 9, and 12% by weight wt). The flexural properties and impact resistance of composites were determined by the flexural
Aseel Mahmood Abdullah +1 more
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International Journal of Engineering Materials and Manufacture, 2018 In this study, an attempt has been taken to manufacture okra fiber (OF) composites with varying the fiber content ranging from 25-65% on total weight of the composites and polypropylene (PP) was preferred as matrix material.
A.N.M. Masudur Rahman +4 more
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Comparing the Effect of Steamed and Boiled Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) on Fasting Blood Glucose among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients with Hypercholesterolemia [PDF]
International Journal of Nutrition Sciences, 2020 Background: Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is a vegetable with fiber, vitamin C and flavonoids that can delay emptying of the stomach and cause longer satiety based on the fiber contents so that calorie intake is reduced.
Unziya Khodija +2 more
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Characterization of Pulp and Paper Properties Produced from Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) Stalks
Drvna Industrija, 2022 In this study, the usability of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) stalks in pulp and paper production was investigated. Firstly, chemical components and fiber morphological properties were determined to investigate the suitability of okra stalks for pulp and
Mustafa Çiçekler +2 more
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Journal of Natural Fibers, 2023 Hornification is an irreversible effect that occurs on lignocellulosic fibers when they are subjected to drying and re-wetting cycles. This study aimed to evaluate okra and raffia fibers morphological, physico-chemical, and mechanical properties.
Tido Tiwa Stanislas +6 more
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Sustainable production and evaluation of the properties of polyester-okra blended knitted fabric
Results in Engineering, 2023 The demand for fashionable knit fabric is increasing. Besides that, blended knit fabric, prepared from the blended yarn as well as using different types of yarn is also very popular to the modern customer.
Md. Rafiqul Islam +4 more
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Journal of Natural Fibers, 2022 The effects of cross-sectional shape, fiber density, and porosity of flax, jute, okra, sisal, and wool fibrous assemblies on noise absorption coefficient have been investigated.
Mallika Datta +4 more
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Microwave Assisted Surface Treatment of Okra Fibers
IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 2018 All over the world, the importance of the sustainable and biodegradable materials is increased very fast. The use of agricultural stem waste as a technical textile material can be made a huge contribution for save the environment. The aim of this research was to pre-treat the okra fibers with microwave energy.
Izgi, A. A. +2 more
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