A review on the degradability of polymeric composites based on natural fibres

• Published in: Materials in engineering Vol. 47; pp. 424 - 442
• Main Authors: Azwa, Z.N., Yousif, B.F., Manalo, A.C., Karunasena, W.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier Ltd 01.05.2013
• Subjects: Characteristics degradation; Civil applications; Durability; Fibers; Fibres; Flame retardants; Moisture; Natural fibres; Polymer composites; Polymer matrix composites; Strength; Ultraviolet; Weathering; Weathering; Natural fibres; Polymer composites; Civil applications; Characteristics degradation

► Natural fibres are prone to moisture attack. ► The amount of fibre in a composite shall be limited to its optimum fibre/matrix ratio to limit its moisture susceptibility. ► Fibre treatments are essential to enhance strength and moisture durability of composite. ► Low lignin content in a natural fi...