A novel strategy for the preparation of bamboo fiber reinforced polypropylene composites

Effect of fiber volume fraction on the thermal and mechanical behavior of polylactide‐based composites incorporating bamboo fibers

“…On the other hand, the increase of BF results in a significant enhancement in the tensile modulus of the composites compared to that of the composites with lower fiber content, which is expected as a result of the stiffening effect of fibers that have a relatively higher modulus than that of PLA . Another reason is that the mobility of PLA molecular chains is weakened so that the composite stiffness increases with higher fiber content . It should be emphasized that the Young's modulus of natural fibers depends on the cellulose content, the microfibrillar angle, the degree of crystallinity, and fiber alignment .…”

“…Since the lignocellulosic fibers have accessible hydroxyl groups, they are liable to react with other polar functional groups, such as those present in phenolic resins. Thus, the major disadvantages of natural fibers are their high moisture absorption and weak interfacial bonding with the thermoplastic matrix . Incompatibility of the combined constituents adversely affects the adhesion of the fiber with the matrix, and low interaction with matrix reduces the reinforcing efficiency of the fiber due to lack of stress transfer from the matrix to load bearing fibers.…”

Non‐isothermal crystallization kinetics of cork‐polymer composites for injection molding

“…In terms of structure, cork presents tiny hollow cells of hexagonal shape in a closed-cell foam. [14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23] However, few studies analyzed the effect of cork on PP degree of crystallinity 5,24 and, so far, none of the studies are related to the matrix crystallization kinetics. 4 These residues are suitable raw materials for the development of new materials solutions tailoring the needs of different applications.…”

“…Several studies regarding morphology, mechanical, and thermal properties of PP filled with natural fibers have already been reported. [14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23] However, few studies analyzed the effect of cork on PP degree of crystallinity 5,24 and, so far, none of the studies are related to the matrix crystallization kinetics.…”

Improving thermo‐oxidative degradation resistance of bamboo fiber reinforced polymer composites with antioxidants. Part II: Effect on other select properties

“…Furthermore, Altum et al . and Wang and Ying found the WA of natural filler (40 wt %) reinforced polymer composites [such as wood flour and BF] to be 4% and 1.70%, respectively.…”