Chicken feather fiber reinforced composites for sustainable applications

Kurien, Rittin Abraham; Biju, Alan; Raj, K. Akhil; Chacko, Ashin; Joseph, B.J.; Koshy, Chacko Preno

doi:10.1016/j.matpr.2021.10.400

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“…The mechanical properties such as TS, TM, FS, FM, and thermal stability were increased with filler loading, and the best results were achieved at 3% filler. In addition to using fillers from plant sources, in recent years, researchers also focused on the use of waste fibers such as CF, eggshell, seashell, etc., as fillers for the epoxy composites [61,62]. Bessa et al [63] studied the effect of the addition of CF on the thermal resistance and noise reduction of epoxy composites.…”

Section: Other Natural Fillers Reinforced Epoxy Compositesmentioning

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Natural Fillers as Potential Modifying Agents for Epoxy Composition: A Review

2022

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Epoxy resins as important organic matrices, thanks to their chemical structure and the possibility of modification, have unique properties, which contribute to the fact that these materials have been used in many composite industries for many years. Epoxy resins are repeatedly used in exacting applications due to their exquisite mechanical properties, thermal stability, scratch resistance, and chemical resistance. Moreover, epoxy materials also have really strong resistance to solvents, chemical attacks, and climatic aging. The presented features confirm the fact that there is a constant interest of scientists in the modification of resins and understanding its mechanisms, as well as in the development of these materials to obtain systems with the required properties. Most of the recent studies in the literature are focused on green fillers such as post-agricultural waste powder (cashew nuts powder, coconut shell powder, rice husks, date seed), grass fiber (bamboo fibers), bast/leaf fiber (hemp fibers, banana bark fibers, pineapple leaf), and other natural fibers (waste tea fibers, palm ash) as reinforcement for epoxy resins rather than traditional non-biodegradable fillers due to their sustainability, low cost, wide availability, and the use of waste, which is environmentally friendly. Furthermore, the advantages of natural fillers over traditional fillers are acceptable specific strength and modulus, lightweight, and good biodegradability, which is very desirable nowadays. Therefore, the development and progress of “green products” based on epoxy resin and natural fillers as reinforcements have been increasing. Many uses of natural plant-derived fillers include many plant wastes, such as banana bark, coconut shell, and waste peanut shell, can be found in the literature. Partially biodegradable polymers obtained by using natural fillers and epoxy polymers can successfully reduce the undesirable epoxy and synthetic fiber waste. Additionally, partially biopolymers based on epoxy resins, which will be presented in the paper, are more useful than commercial polymers due to the low cost and improved good thermomechanical properties.

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Section: Other Natural Fillers Reinforced Epoxy Compositesmentioning

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Natural Fillers as Potential Modifying Agents for Epoxy Composition: A Review

2022

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“…The ability of green composites to serve as alternatives to synthetic fiber-reinforced polymer composites has attracted significant attention due to their availability, non-toxic nature, and non-corrosive properties. Substantial research on these fibers and their composites is currently ongoing globally to develop the necessary properties [ 125 , 126 ]. Fibers and composites are classified according to their characteristics and uses in various applications.…”

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Green Composites Based on Animal Fiber and Their Applications for a Sustainable Future

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Global climate change is already affecting the environment, as glaciers are receding, ice on rivers and lakes is melting, plant and animal range`s have altering, and trees are blooming early. Therefore, focus has shifted towards sustainable materials. There is a growing desire for materials that have a unique combination of qualities that metals, polymers, and other materials cannot provide, therefore scientists are turning their focus to green composites. Green composites offer a wide range of uses in automotive, aerospace, and marine applications. Composites are multiphase resources with separate interfaces that contain chemically different materials. Composites are made up of a variety of materials that are distinct in nature, and they give a set of desirable features that are superior to those of their predecessors or parents. Natural fibers are less expensive, more readily available, rust-resistant, plentiful, nontoxic, and safe for human skin, eyes, and respiratory systems. Green composites are created by combining renewable fibers with polymers (matrix) to create a new class of composites known as “green composites.” This review includes studies on various animal-based fibers and their applications. In this article, recent advancements in the field of these fibers and their composites of fibers are also discussed. The physical, chemical, and mechanical properties are also discussed in this paper. Moreover, the benefits and drawbacks of using these fibers are also discussed in detail. Finally, the paper gives an outline of the topic. The results from composites constructed from each fiber are provided, along with appropriate references for more in-depth analysis studies. This review is specially performed to strengthen the knowledge bank of the young researchers working in the field of natural composites.

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“…In comparison to mineral and synthetic soundproof materials, studies have revealed that nonwoven web derived from chicken feather fibers is an alternative material with strong sound absorption properties that is not harmful to human health, is light weight, and has a low economic value. [ 127,133–139 ] The various applications of natural fibers in sound absorption are shown in Figure 8.…”

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Acoustic performance of natural fiber reinforced polymer composites: Influencing factors, future scope, challenges, and applications

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Noise pollution caused by urbanization and industrial development must be effectively controlled to provide a pleasant living atmosphere. Different synthetic fiber materials have good acoustic performance, yet synthetic fiber materials have a high cost and have adverse effect on the environment. Natural fibers are a good alternative to synthetic fibers in terms of acoustic properties and they are also less expensive and have less environmental impact. Several factors affects the acoustic behavior of natural fiber reinforced polymer composites (NFRPCs). The present article focuses on the effect of different processing methods, reinforcement architecture, fiber diameter, laminate thickness and density on the acoustic performance of NFRPCs. Reinforcement architecture has been proved to be the best option in order to tailor the various acoustic properties of the composite laminates without even changing other physical properties. The challenges, future scope and potential applications of natural fibers in acoustic applications (home theaters, offices, cinema halls, automobiles, etc.) have also been discussed.

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Chicken feather fiber reinforced composites for sustainable applications

Cited by 21 publications

References 40 publications

Natural Fillers as Potential Modifying Agents for Epoxy Composition: A Review

Natural Fillers as Potential Modifying Agents for Epoxy Composition: A Review

Green Composites Based on Animal Fiber and Their Applications for a Sustainable Future

Acoustic performance of natural fiber reinforced polymer composites: Influencing factors, future scope, challenges, and applications

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