Natural Fiber Composites Processing, Characterization, Applications, and Advancements

• Main Authors: Sinha, Shishir, Devnani, G. L.
• Format: eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Milton CRC Press 2022; Taylor & Francis Group
• Edition: 1
• Subjects: Fibrous composites; Materials science; Polymeric composites; Hemp Fiber; Contact Angle; Neat PLA; NFRCs; Natural Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite; Sisal Fiber; Resin Transfer Molding; Jute Fiber; Steam Explosion; Vinyl Ester Resin; FRP Bar; Fabrication; Natural Fibers; Flax Fiber; Bast Fiber; Kenaf Fiber; Structural Engineering; Compression Molding; Natural Fiber Reinforced; Bamboo Fibers; Polymer Composites; Thermoset Polymer; Thermoset Composite; Thermo-polymer; SMC; Light Weight; Natural Fiber Composites; Natural Fiber Polymer Composites; Surface Treatment; Biodegrdable polymers; Natural Fiber Surface
• ISBN: 9781032063218; 1032063068; 1032063211; 9781032063065
• DOI: 10.1201/9781003201724

This book focusses on the key areas and issues related to natural fibers and their reinforced polymer composites. It starts with introduction and classification natural fibers, and their different extraction methods followed by characterization techniques. Further, it gives out solutions to improve adhesion between natural fibers and different polymer matrices via different chemical, physical and biological treatment methods. Fabrication procedures and characterization techniques for development and testing of composites including processing, development, and characterization, has been included as well. Application of these composite materials like food packaging, structural and semi-structural applications is also explained. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in Materials, Polymers, Composites and Characterization, textile engineering, and civil/mechanical engineering. This book focusses on the key areas and issues related to natural fibers and their reinforced polymer composites including classification, natural fibers, extraction methods and characterization techniques. Fabrication procedures, characterization techniques for development and testing of composites is detailed including varied applications.