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Cellulosic materials as natural fillers in starch-containing matrix-based films: a review [PDF]

, 2016
In this work, the different cellulosic materials, namely cellulose and lignin are analyzed. In addition, the starch-containing matrices (isolated starch and flour) reinforced with cellulosic materials to be used in packaging applications are described ...
Alvarez, Vera Alejandra, Gutiérrez Carmona, Tomy José   +1 more
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Fatigue Analysis of Novel 3D Hybrid Natural Fiber‐Reinforced Composites

Polymer Composites, Volume 47, Issue 9, Page 8414-8426, 10 May 2026.
Use of 3D fibre‐reinforcement architecture to improve the fatigue life of natural fibre‐reinforced composites. ABSTRACT The growing demand for sustainable engineering materials has intensified research into natural fiber‐reinforced composites (NFRCs).
H. F. M. de Queiroz, R. Ciardiello, M. D. Banea   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Desempenho bioeconômico de cordeiros alimentados com dietas contendo coprodutos do sisal. [PDF]

, 2010
Objetivou-se avaliar o ganho de peso diário, ganho de peso total e conversão alimentar, além do desempenho econômico, de ovinos submetidos a dietas com coprodutos do desfibramento do sisal. O delineamento foi inteiramente casualizado, com 4 tratamentos e
ARAGÃO, A. S. L. de, BRANDÃO, L. G. N., NEVES, A. L. A., PEREIRA, L. G. R., SANTOS, R. D. dos, VIEIRA, P. A. S.   +5 more
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Natural Fiber-Polypropylene composites made from caranday palm [PDF]

, 2016
Composites made from polypropylene (PP) and local South American fi bers traditionally used in yarnderived craftsmanships, Caranday Palm, were studied regarding the effect of fi ber addition, concentration and characteristics of the coupling agent ...
Aranguren, Mirta Ines, Reboredo, Maria Marta, Samartino, Estela Krause   +2 more
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Biochar‐Based Materials for Electrochemical Energy Storage

ChemElectroChem, Volume 13, Issue 9, 5 May 2026.
Overview of biochar application in electrochemical energy storage. The global transition toward sustainable energy technologies is reshaping the design principles of electrochemical energy storage systems. Biochar, a tunable, carbon‐rich material derived from biomass, has emerged as a promising platform for next‐generation electrodes due to its ...
Valerio C. A. Ficca, Afef Dhaffouli, Rocco Cancelliere   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Three-Year Follow-Up Assessment of Anthropogenic Contamination in the Nichupte Lagoon

Applied Sciences
Tourism still represents a means of generating revenues in the coastal areas in the Mexican Caribbean, despite the growing concern about the social and environmental impacts.
Jorge Herrera-Silveira, Flor Arcega-Cabrera, Karina León-Aguirre, Elizabeth Lamas-Cosio, Ismael Oceguera-Vargas, Elsa Noreña-Barroso, Daniela Medina-Euán, Claudia Teutli-Hernández   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Influence of Manganese Dioxide (MnO2) Coated Oil Palm Empty Fruit Bunch Spikelet Fibers on the Physicochemical and Mechanical Properties of Fiber Cement Composites

Engineering Reports, Volume 8, Issue 5, May 2026.
MnO2‐coated OPEFB fibers produced via a simple wet process showed smoother surfaces and significantly reduced water absorption in fiber cement composites, enhancing moisture resistance. ABSTRACT The use of natural fibers in cement‐based composites is increasingly encouraged as a sustainable alternative to synthetic fibers; however, their inherent ...
Jerum Biepinwoh Kengoh, Wannyuy Kingsly Mofor, Yakum Reneta Nafu, Azemafac Desmond Nkapleweh, Armel Edwige Mewoli, Fabien Betene Ebanda, Foba Josepha Tendo   +6 more
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Comparative study of hatching rates of African catfish (Clarias gariepinus Burchell 1822) eggs on different substrates [PDF]

, 2005
The hatching rates of African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) eggs on four natural substrates: the roots of Nile cabbage (Pistia stratiotes), water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes), pond weed (Ceratophyllum dermasum) and green grass leaves (Commelina sp ...
Macharia, S.K., Ngugi, C.C., Rasowo, J.
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Evaluation of Agave angustifolia as a Sustainable Alternative to Synthetic Pesticides: Phytochemical Composition and Multi‐Trophic Bioactivity

Flavour and Fragrance Journal, Volume 41, Issue 3, Page 656-672, May 2026.
The pesticidal potential of Agave angustifolia by assessing its anti‐nematic, antimicrobial, and insecticidal activities, alongside phytochemical profiling. ABSTRACT Plant diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, nematodes, and viruses contribute significantly to annual crop losses and economic hardship. Reliance on chemical pesticides, over a thousand used
Rashika Tamta, Shilpi Rawat, Himani Karakoti, Tannu Rani, Pooja Bargali, Ravendra Kumar, Stefania Garzoli, Renu Pandey   +7 more
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Vacuum infusion of natural fibre composites for structural applications [PDF]

, 2008
Numerous methods of manufacturing natural fibre composites have been reported in the literature, including compression moudling, often in conjunction with a hot press. Other forms of composite manufacture include 'Vacuum Assisted Resin Transfer Moulding'
Banks, William M., David-West, Opukuro S., Pethrick, Richard A., Symington, Mark C., Thomason, J.L.   +4 more
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