The prospects of natural fiber composites: A brief review

Q1 Engineering

International Journal of Lightweight Materials and Manufacture Pub Date : 2024-01-19 DOI:10.1016/j.ijlmm.2024.01.003

Sivasubramanian Palanisamy , Kavimani Vijayananth , Thulasi Mani Murugesan , Murugesan Palaniappan , Carlo Santulli

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Abstract

This research explores natural fiber composites (NFCs) as alternatives to traditional materials such as fiberglass. By examining fibers like abaca, bamboo, banana, coir, flax, hemp, jute, kenaf, pineapple leaf (PALF), sisal, and others, we emphasize their lower weight, cost-effectiveness, competitive mechanical properties, commendable specific strength, and potential for biodegradability. NFCs offer practical and eco-friendly substitutes for conventional composite fibers in industries like construction, automotive, and packaging. The article provides a brief overview of NFCs, covering their chemical, physical, and mechanical characteristics, and highlights diverse applications. The comparative analysis underscores the potential of natural fibers as sustainable choices in various industries.

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天然纤维复合材料的前景：简要回顾

本研究探讨了天然纤维复合材料（NFC）作为玻璃纤维等传统材料的替代品。通过研究天麻、竹子、香蕉、椰子纤维、亚麻、大麻、黄麻、槿麻、菠萝叶（PALF）、剑麻等纤维，我们强调了它们较轻的重量、成本效益、有竞争力的机械性能、值得称赞的比强度以及生物降解的潜力。NFC 为建筑、汽车和包装等行业提供了实用且环保的传统复合纤维替代品。文章简要概述了 NFC 的化学、物理和机械特性，并重点介绍了 NFC 的各种应用。对比分析强调了天然纤维作为各行业可持续选择的潜力。

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International Journal of Lightweight Materials and Manufacture Engineering-Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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