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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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Physical Properties of Plant Fibers (Sisal, Coir) and Its Composite Material with Tamarind Seed Gum as Low-Cost Housing Material

Journal of Natural Fibers, 2017
In this study, the physical properties of sisal and coir fibers have been described. Using manual extraction procedures, the sisal fibers were extracted from the sisal plant and coir fibers from the coconut palm. Thermal analysis by differential scanning
A. V. Kiruthika, K. Veluraja
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Experimental and numerical analysis of short sisal fiber-cement composites produced with recycled matrix [PDF]

, 2019
"Published online: 02 Jan 2017"The proper use of renewable or recycled source materials can contribute significantly to reducing the environmental impact of construction industry.
ASTM C 39/C 39M, ASTM C 496, Barros J. A. O., Carneiro V. L., CEPED, Chatveera B., Comite Euro-International Du Beton (CEB) &, European Union, Gonçalves P., Gouveia A. V., Gram H. E., Hussin M. W., IBN Norme Belge NBN B 15 238, Lima P. R. L., Lima P. R. L., Schafer H. G., Varma R.   +16 more
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Characterization of sisal (Agave sisalana) fibers

Matéria (Rio de Janeiro)
ABSTRACT The search for sustainability has led to the increased use of natural fibers, such as sisal. This study aimed to analyze the physical, mechanical, and thermal properties of sisal fibers from Brazil’s semi-arid region, enhancing their use as reinforcement in biocomposites.
Fernanda Monique da Silva, Edgley Alves de Oliveira Paula, Fernando Rusch, Alexandre Santos Pimenta, Rafael Rodolfo de Melo   +4 more
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INVESTIGATING THE UTILITY OF SISAL IN HOT MIX ASPHALT AS A FIBER

Mühendislik Bilimleri ve Tasarım Dergisi, 2019
Hot mix asphalt (HMA) is very common as a highway construction material. Although investment costs are lower than other pavements, HMA needs maintenance and rehabilitation (M&R) more often because of environmental conditions. The time needed for M&R can be extended by using fibers in the mixture.
Şebnem KARAHANÇER, Ekinhan ERİŞKİN, Mehmet SALTAN, Serdal TERZİ, Onur SARIOĞLU, Dicle ÖZDEMİR KÜÇÜKÇAPRAZ   +5 more
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Bio‐Based Polyurethanes: Mechanical Performance, Structure–Property Relationships, and Future Directions

Journal of Polymer Science, Volume 64, Issue 9, Page 1860-1894, 1 May 2026.
This review examines bio‐based polyurethanes from renewable feedstocks, focusing on structure‐property relationships governing mechanical performance. It analyzes reinforcement strategies, benchmarks against petrochemical counterparts, and explores future directions, including non‐isocyanate routes and circular economy integration for sustainable high ...
Khaled Chawraba, Hussein Medlej, Mohamad Sakr, Akram Hijazi, Abrar Hussain   +4 more
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Poliolefinas reforçadas com fibras vegetais curtas: sisal × curauá Polyolefins reinforced with short vegetal fibers: sisal vs. curauá

Polímeros, 2011
É crescente o interesse nos compósitos poliméricos reforçados com fibras vegetais curtas em substituição às fibras de vidro, pois as fibras naturais provêm de fontes renováveis, não são abrasivas aos equipamentos de processamento, são biodegradáveis, e ...
Márcia A. S. Spinacé, Lea G. Janeiro, Filippe C. Bernardino, Thais A. Grossi, Marco-A. De Paoli   +4 more
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Fire behaviour of sisal short fibers reinforced gypsum

Fire and Materials, 1994
AbstractThe fire behaviour of sisal short fibers reinforeed gypsum in laboratory tests is described Specially designed testing equipment that is easily available has been implemented in this work to analyze the fibers under load and their composite fire performance.
I. Oteiza, F. Henandez-Olivares, L. de Villanueva   +2 more
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Bean‐to‐Bar Chocolate: An Integrative Framework Linking Terroir, Biochemistry, Processing, and Sensory Expression

Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, Volume 25, Issue 3, May 2026.
ABSTRACT The bean‐to‐bar movement, which emerged in the United States in 1996, represents a transformative approach to chocolate production and consumption by integrating craftsmanship, sustainability, and gastronomic authenticity. This study conducted a literature review using the narrative approach, as the object of investigation encompasses both ...
Paola Romanova do Nascimento Costa, Maico da Silva Silveira, Júlio César DoVale, Paulo Henrique Machado de Sousa   +3 more
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Flexural behavior of Sisal/Castor oil-Based Polyurethane and Sisal/Phenolic Composites

Materials Research, 2012
Natural fibers used as reinforcement of polymeric composites are interesting research subjects in polymer technology. Nowadays, these materials are being considered as a way to reinforce timber structures improvement.
Andressa Cecília Milanese, Maria Odila Hilário Cioffi, Herman Jacobus Cornelis Voorwald   +2 more
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