Natural fiber reinforced polylactic acid composites: A review

• Published in: Polymer composites Vol. 40; no. 2; pp. 446 - 463
• Main Authors: Siakeng, Ramengmawii, Jawaid, Mohammad, Ariffin, Hidayah, Sapuan, S. M., Asim, Mohammad, Saba, Naheed
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Newtown Blackwell Publishing Ltd 01.02.2019
• Subjects: Biodegradability; Biodegradable materials; Biodegradation; Biomedical materials; Biopolymers; Crystallization; Fiber composites; Fibers; Mechanical properties; Polylactic acid; Polymers; R&D; Research & development; Trends

Biopolymer‐based composites have attracted the attention of researchers and industries due to their eco‐friendliness and environmental sustainability, as well as their suitability for a number of applications. Biocomposites containing natural fibers and biopolymers would be the ideal choice in the d...