Influence of Bio-degradable Natural Fiber Embedded in Polymer Matrix

Patil, Arun Y.; Hrishikesh, N. Umbrajkar; Basavaraj, G. D.; Chalageri, Gireesha R.; Kodancha, Krishnaraja G.

doi:10.1016/j.matpr.2017.11.425

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“…Some of these are less damage to nature, more fiber/less polluting polymer content to achieve the same performance characteristics and their end of life is result in recovered energy and carbon credits [13]. In addition to these advantages, the use of natural fiber-reinforced composites also has positive effects on economic issues [14].…”

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Hybrid bio-based composites from blends of epoxy and soybean oil resins reinforced with jute woven fabrics

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Mater. Res. Express

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In our world, where environmental factors are taken into consideration more and more, the interest in biomaterials leaves its place to the need and this leads the researchers to search for new materials. The aim of this study is to produce an environmentally friendly, sustainable material with the use of a plant oilbased bio-resin (acrylated epoxidized soybean oil). In this context, bio-composites containing different proportions (from 0 to 100 wt%, in 10% increments) of acrylated epoxidized soybean oil (AESO) and epoxy resin are reinforced with four-ply jute woven fabric and produced by the vacuum infusion method. The bio-composites produced within the scope of the study analyzed physically (fiber weight ratio), mechanically (tensile strength, flexural strength, drop-weight impact resistance, and Charpy impact strength), instrumentally (differential scanning calorimetry and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy) and morphologically (scanning electron microscopy). According to the results, the tensile and flexural strength values of the composites containing more than 30 wt% AESO resin decrease due to the ductility of the structure; subsequently, composites with AESO content above 50 wt% are found to exhibit superior impact resistance. Composites with pure AESO resin absorb 7 J energy which is almost 3 times higher than pure epoxy composites. The maximum tensile strength (63 MPa) of composites are achieved for 30 wt% AESO content indicating the newly formed hydrogen bonding leading to enhanced fiber-matrix interface. The bio-composites designed and produced in the project have been a promising alternative for various end-use areas, from construction elements to the automotive sector and sports equipment, where human health and environmental elements are considered.

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Hybrid bio-based composites from blends of epoxy and soybean oil resins reinforced with jute woven fabrics

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Akay

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“…Apart from the production of bio-based polymers, fruit peels are effective in enhancing the mechanical properties of manufactured polymers. Patil, Hrishikesh and Basavaraj [50] observed that the addition of 10%-30% of lemon peel powder and sweet lime peel powder reinforces the mechanical strength of natural fibers and epoxy resins [50]. Optimal mechanical performance (Brinnell hardness of 83, the flexural strength of 79 MPa, and tensile strength of 48 Mpa) was reported in the epoxy-lemon biopolymer, which had a 30% volume weight of lemon particles.…”

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“…Optimal mechanical performance (Brinnell hardness of 83, the flexural strength of 79 MPa, and tensile strength of 48 Mpa) was reported in the epoxy-lemon biopolymer, which had a 30% volume weight of lemon particles. The improvement in the mechanical properties was linked to the presence of cellulose, lignin, and crude fibers, which made up of 90% of the sweet lime and lemon [50]. Additionally, there was good particle distribution and particle-matrix adhesion.…”

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“…Even though the sweet lime and lemon peel showed ideal properties in the reinforcement of the structures, the sustainability aspect remains a challenge; this is because the lemon and sweet lime fruits are edible and the commercial availability of waste fruit peels is not guaranteed. In advanced markets, the fruit peels are used to produce value-added products such as bioactive polyphenols [50]. Phenol-containing compounds have natural antioxidant capabilities [21].…”

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“…The application of biopolymers in construction applications is supported by the formation of polymer matrix composites from agro-wastes [50,71]. The main sources of the agro wastes are grape stalks, olive pits, and wet olive husks, sweet lime, and lemon peels [50,71]. The lime and lemon peels had an optimal tensile strength of 48 MPa.…”

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Production of Sustainable and Biodegradable Polymers from Agricultural Waste

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Agro-wastes are derived from diverse sources including grape pomace, tomato pomace, pineapple, orange, and lemon peels, sugarcane bagasse, rice husks, wheat straw, and palm oil fibers, among other affordable and commonly available materials. The carbon-rich precursors are used in the production bio-based polymers through microbial, biopolymer blending, and chemical methods. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) estimates that 20–30% of fruits and vegetables are discarded as waste during post-harvest handling. The development of bio-based polymers is essential, considering the scale of global environmental pollution that is directly linked to the production of synthetic plastics such as polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PET). Globally, 400 million tons of synthetic plastics are produced each year, and less than 9% are recycled. The optical, mechanical, and chemical properties such as ultraviolet (UV) absorbance, tensile strength, and water permeability are influenced by the synthetic route. The production of bio-based polymers from renewable sources and microbial synthesis are scalable, facile, and pose a minimal impact on the environment compared to chemical synthesis methods that rely on alkali and acid treatment or co-polymer blending. Despite the development of advanced synthetic methods and the application of biofilms in smart/intelligent food packaging, construction, exclusion nets, and medicine, commercial production is limited by cost, the economics of production, useful life, and biodegradation concerns, and the availability of adequate agro-wastes. New and cost-effective production techniques are critical to facilitate the commercial production of bio-based polymers and the replacement of synthetic polymers.

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