Application of Electro-Technologies in Processing of Flax Fiber

Nair, Gopu Raveendran; Rho, Denis; Raghavan, G.S.V.

doi:10.3390/fib1020021

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“…There are many other studies and books with fundamental studies of human aspects of clothing and flax related to textiles, skin and linen. However, books, scientific studies, analysis and specialists conclusions presented in (Elsner et al, 2003;Hipler and Elsner, 2006;Dewilde, 1999;Eberle et al, 2008;CELC -Master of Linen, 2012;Muir and Westcott, 2003;Zubieta and Paulev, 2004) were the fundamentals references for the authors during this study. Works in partnership with CELC (Kueny, 2014) also confirm that linen performs very well on several criteria like ventilation, breathability, coolness, heat retention, comfort, wicking and moisture management.…”

Section: Subtropical Climate Of Sao Paulo Citymentioning

confidence: 88%

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Non-occlusive knitted linen for atopic dermatitis wearer

Favilla¹,

Marcicano²,

Sanches³

et al. 2017

IJCST

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the suitability of linen in garments for atopic dermatitis (AD) wearers. Design/methodology/approach In total, 60 garments were tested with four boys (five to eight years old): two with AD and two healthy kids using circular knitting occlusive structure (OS) 28-gauge and non-occlusive structure (NOS) 12-gauge with cotton, polyester staple and linen yarns. Air and water vapor permeability fabric results were analyzed using ANOVA method and occlusive levels correlated with thickness and UPF rates. Skin irritation levels were evaluated with Patient-Oriented SCORing Atopic Dermatitis (PO-SCORAD) self-assessment tool and for body temperature measurements infrared cameras were used. The authors standardized hygiene products; laundry procedures and soaps were previously identified and measured for their pH and skin irritation history with wearers. Findings Lower skinbody temperature (−2.6°C-−2.8°C) and PO-SCORAD values (16.1-22.8) during use by AD volunteers suggest promoting both wear tolerance (WT) and NOS preference. Air permeability of 3,222 l/m2s with NOS knitted linen as at least 48 percent higher than tested fibers indicating AD volunteers preference during hot climate (24°C to 37°C and 54 to 69 percent RH). Control healthy volunteers were less sensitive to NOS (−1.3°C-−1.6°C) and hot feeling polyester was detected in use. UPF confirms open loops of NOS (NOS UPF 10-5 vs OS UPF 25-15). Thickness (0.6 to 1.0 mm) and RET values (3.1-3.8) were both without significance for this study. Research limitations/implications Due to the experimental character of this study with a reduced group of two AD volunteers, wear test conclusion is limited to these specific boys. Work extension aiming at broad AD wears statistics significance should consider more volunteers. Practical implications The study provides specific answers to opening new possibilities for AD wear other than cotton or polyester, both fibers with more availability in the Brazilian garments retail industry that sometimes did not meet their routine needs. This study provides practical daily understanding of correlations of WT and air permeability level of NOS knitted applied to garments in direct contact with the skin in subtropical climates. Social implications Both academically and socially, the results can contribute to increasing information related to textile process and practical knowledge of knits to better accomplish AD clothing in subtropical climates. The practical wear test results with AD volunteers also indicate guidelines to parents who were having trouble identifying base layers, fundamental textiles and options for their kids in search of possible relief and well being mainly on hot days. Originality/value Circular knitting jersey linen study in direct contact with sensitive skin in a subtropical climate city like São Paulo is unique. The study also considered helping parents of a six-year-old AD boy in attendance to a doctor’s suggestion to find better options of clothings to be used during his daily routines.

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Section: Subtropical Climate Of Sao Paulo Citymentioning

confidence: 88%

“…The remaining composition is 71 percent cellulose, 18.6-20.6 percent hemicellulose and 2.2 percent lignin, as in data collected from the study of Nair et al (2013).…”

Section: Subtropical Climate Of Sao Paulo Citymentioning

confidence: 99%

Non-occlusive knitted linen for atopic dermatitis wearer

Favilla¹,

Marcicano²,

Sanches³

et al. 2017

IJCST

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“…The inconsistency in quality and performance of the natural fibers as compared to the synthetic fibers hinders it applicability and commercialization. This inconsistency is due to the variability in the chemical structure of a plant, processing methods, and equipment used for the production of fibers 122 …”

Section: Framework Of High‐performance Eco‐composites Productionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Progress and challenges in sustainability, compatibility, and production of eco‐composites: A state‐of‐art review

Nassar

Alzebdeh

Pervez

et al. 2021

J of Applied Polymer Sci

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Owing to economic and environmental benefits, new generations of materials/commodities follow “from waste to wealth” strategy. Recently, there has been a huge upsurge in research on the development of eco‐composites using recycled plastic polymers and agro‐residues because the eco‐composites satisfy the stringent environment regulations and are cost‐effective. Herein, we present a detailed review on the potential use of several types of natural fillers as an efficient reinforcement for recycled plastic polymers. In particular, the characterization of different categories of eco‐composites according to their morphological, physical, thermal, and mechanical properties is extensively reviewed and their results are analyzed, compared, and highlighted. Furthermore, a framework to produce functional eco‐composites, which includes functionalization of ingredients, critical issues on microstructural parameters, processing, and fabrication methods, is outlined and supported with sufficient data from the literature. Finally, the review outlines the emerging challenges and future prospects of eco‐composites to be addressed by interested researchers to bridge the gap between research and commercialization of such a class of material. Overall, the acquired knowledge will guide researchers, scientists, and manufacturers to plan, select, and develop various forms of eco‐composites with enhanced properties and optimized production processes.

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“…Representation of the various constituents of the cell wall of the plant fiber [25] Table 3: The chemical composition of some plant fibers [26] There are four differentiated polymorphic states (multifaceted) of cellulose by their basic geometry and size from diffraction spectroscopy research X-ray (XRD) as follows [20]:…”

Section: Figurementioning

confidence: 99%

Plant fibers reinforced Adobe: Approach for sustainable building

2020

JECET

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In recent years, various local materials on a global scale have been valued and research has multiplied, which has advanced the science of materials. Among these local materials which consume little energy, we cite raw earth which offers the advantages of a fully virtuous life cycle as well as plant fibers which are frequently found in several regions of Tunisian territory.These materials have recently received increased attention as an ecological and sustainable alternative and have aroused the interest of a certain number of scientific works in order to characterize this material and other natural materials available locally with a view to using them in the construction and thermo-acoustic insulation of buildings. Raw earth is one of the modern building materials, although it has been used worldwide for millennia, due to its hygrothermal, acoustic and mechanical performance. It is a natural material available in abundance and easily recyclable. It often does not require any purchase, transport or major transformation.This article aims firstly to present a state of the art of building with raw earth (adobe) combined with plant fibers. The latter used as reinforcement in composite materials have specific competitive mechanical properties compared to those of synthetic fibers (glass, carbon, ...) and are an environmentally friendly alternative to these fibers because of their low cost, low density, biodegradability and availability. Secondly, we present our approach to formulate an earth mortar allowing the making of blocks of adobe, intended for the construction of works such as walls, arches and domes. Adobe is stabilized and reinforced with treated rush fibers. Plant fibers…Wassef Ounaies.

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Application of Electro-Technologies in Processing of Flax Fiber

Cited by 16 publications

References 38 publications

Non-occlusive knitted linen for atopic dermatitis wearer

Non-occlusive knitted linen for atopic dermatitis wearer

Progress and challenges in sustainability, compatibility, and production of eco‐composites: A state‐of‐art review

Plant fibers reinforced Adobe: Approach for sustainable building

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