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From Growing Conditions to Composite Performance: Acid‐Engineered Algerian Sisal Fibers for Sustainable Bio‐Epoxy Composites

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, R. Halimi, O. Duncan, T. Allen, M. Bodaghi   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effect of Ramie Fabric Chemical Treatments on the Physical Properties of Thermoset Polylactic Acid (PLA) Composites

Aerospace, 2018
Ramie fabric-reinforced thermoset polylactic acid (PLA) composites were prepared by using heat pressing technology. Fabrics were treated with alkali, silane, and alkali–silane respectively, expecting an improvement of the interface between the fabric and
Chunhong Wang, Zilong Ren, Shan Li, Xiaosu Yi   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Almond Shell‐Derived Cellulosic Microfibres: Extraction, Characterisation and Applications in Sustainable Paper‐Based Packaging

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, Sachin Agate, T. Edwin Freeman, Preeti Tyagi, Lokendra Pal   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Thermoplastic‐Resin Transfer Molding Technology: Development and Challenges Toward Industrialization

Polymer Composites, Volume 47, Issue 15, Page 13317-13358, 10 August 2026.
Illustration of the key aspects involved in the manufacture of thermoplastic composites by T‐RTM highlighting the relationships between raw materials, resin mixing strategies, polymerization parameters, and processing equipment ranging from laboratory to industrial scale. ABSTRACT Driven by increasingly stringent international environmental regulations,
Filipe P. Martins, Paulo S. Lima, Ricardo Torcato, Laura Santos, J. M. Oliveira   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Development and characterization of polyester/ramie fiber hybrid composites reinforced with crystalline nanocellulose extracted from durian peel waste

Journal of Materials Research and Technology
Using natural fibers and natural fillers as composite reinforcing materials has received great attention due to its potential to improve mechanical, thermal, biodegradable, and tribological properties while promoting sustainability.
Henny Pratiwi, Kusmono, Muhammad Waziz Wildan   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Characterization of Degummed Ramie Fibre (Variety R-1449)

Journal of Natural Fibers, 2022
Decorticated ramie fiber (Variety R-1449) was degummed using different systems, namely, individual alkali, mix alkali, enzyme, mix enzyme, and peracetic acid to the optimal level of residual gum content.
S. R. Shah, K. J. Umrigar
doaj   +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

Physical and Mechanical Behavior of Ramie and Glass Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Resin-Based Hybrid Composites

Journal of Natural Fibers, 2023
In this study, the compression molding technique was used to fabricate hybrid composites using different wt.% of the glass and ramie fibers in different stacking sequences.
Lalta Prasad, Pawan Kapri, Raj Vardhan Patel, Anshul Yadav, Jerzy Winczek   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Enhancing Mechanical and Physical Properties of Jute/JUCO/Glass Fiber Hybrid Composites Through TiO2 and CuO Microparticle Reinforcement

SPE Polymers, Volume 7, Issue 3, July 2026.
Symmetrical Jute/JUCO/Glass hybrid epoxy composites were reinforced with TiO2 and CuO microparticles. Incorporating 3 wt.% CuO increased tensile strength by up to 63.7%, while 3 wt.% TiO2 maximized flexural and impact properties alongside superior moisture resistance, demonstrating that these fillers significantly enhance natural fiber biocomposites ...
Nayan Sur, Titu Nath, Ishrak Ibn Zahid, Arup Kumar Debnath, Md. Abdul Hasib, Durjoy Roy   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Simulation and Test of Key Decorticating Components of Spiral Ramie Decorticator

Agronomy
Ramie is a valuable natural fiber resource. The fabric made of ramie fiber has distinctive natural characteristics, and its products are widely favored in the international market.
Wenlong Zheng, Lan Ma, Jiajie Liu, Bo Yan, Yiping Duan, Sixun Chen, Jiangnan Lyu, Wei Xiang   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source