Kapok Fiber- Structure, Characteristics and Applications: A Review

Sangalang, Reygan H.

doi:10.13005/ojc/370301

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“…6 (a) show that the RKF has the smooth outer surface. The RKF surface smoothness can be attributed to the wax that is adhered on the fiber [24]. In contrast, in Fig.…”

Section: Sem-edx Of Kapok Fibermentioning

confidence: 88%

Total Dissolved Solids, Phenol, and Barium Removals from Oilfield Produced Water Using Kapok Fibers and Ultrafiltration Membrane

Rusdi,

Nasir,

Bahrin

et al. 2023

Period. Polytech. Chem. Eng.

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Oilfield-produced water treatment using raw Kapok fiber (RKF) and a modified surface of Kapok fiber followed by an ultrafiltration membrane was conducted to reduce total dissolved solids (TDS), phenol, and barium. Variables considered in the experiment were contact times (30, 60, 90 min.), the flow rate of samples (5, 6, and 7 L/min), and trans-membrane pressure of ultrafiltration membrane (0.25, 0.35, and 0.50 bar). Raw Kapok fiber and modified surface Kapok fiber were used to investigate the effect of Kapok fiber on total dissolved solids, phenol, and barium removals from produced water. The results showed that raw KF decreased the TDS, phenol, and barium by 51.81%, 62.63%, and 54.20%, respectively. Treatment of raw Kapok fiber column filtrate using ultrafiltration membranes (UF) showed the removal of TDS, barium, and phenol achieved 73.15%, 42.44%, and 79.45%, respectively, at a flow rate of 5 L/min, TMP of 0.25 bar, and contact time of 90 min. Modifying the Kapok fiber surface using sodium hydroxide solution (5 wt%) and hot water (98.5 °C) reduced the TDS, phenol, and barium to 57.32%, 65.83%, and 79.08%, respectively. Further, at the same operating condition, the modified surface of Kapok fiber followed by UF decreased 94.31% TDS, 84.20% phenol, and 56.23% barium, respectively. The results show that modification of the Kapok fiber surface followed by UF can be used to remove the TDS, phenol, and barium from produced water.

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“…6 (a) show that the RKF has the smooth outer surface. The RKF surface smoothness can be attributed to the wax that is adhered on the fiber [24]. In contrast, in Fig.…”

Section: Sem-edx Of Kapok Fibermentioning

confidence: 88%

Total Dissolved Solids, Phenol, and Barium Removals from Oilfield Produced Water Using Kapok Fibers and Ultrafiltration Membrane

Rusdi,

Nasir,

Bahrin

et al. 2023

Period. Polytech. Chem. Eng.

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“…[155] Conventionally, kapok fibers are used as buoyancy materials, oil absorbents, biofuels, insulation materials for heat and sound, and reinforcement materials for composites. [156][157][158]…”

Section: Kapok (Ceiba Pentandra)mentioning

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Sustainable Fiber‐Reinforced Composites: A Review

Maiti

Islam

Uddin

et al. 2022

Advanced Sustainable Systems

152

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Sustainable fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites from renewable and biodegradable fibrous materials and polymer matrices are of great interest, as they can potentially reduce environmental impacts. However, the overall properties of such composites are still far from the high-performance conventional glass or carbon FRP composites. Therefore, a balance between composite performance and biodegradability is required with approaches to what one might call an eco-friendly composite. This review provides an overview of sustainable FRP composites, their manufacturing techniques, and sustainability in general at materials, manufacturing, and end-of-life levels. Sustainable plant-based natural fibers and polymer matrices are also summarized, followed by an overview of their modification techniques to obtain high-performance, multifunctional, and sustainable FRP composites. Current state-of-the-art mechanical and functional properties of such composites are then surveyed, and an overview of their potential applications in various industries, including automobile, aerospace, construction, medical, sports, and electronics is provided. Finally, future market trends, current challenges, and the future perspective on sustainable natural FRP composites are discussed.The ORCID identification number(s) for the author(s) of this article can be found under https://doi.org/10.1002/adsu.202200258.

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“…Their versatile use includes applications in oil sorption [ 16 ], supercapacitors [ 17 ], and high-capacity anode material [ 18 ], and they are safe for direct human contact due to a pH of 6.7 [ 15 ]. Similarly, kapok fibers, known for their thin cell wall and large lumen, have traditionally been used as stuffing material in items like pillows and life jackets [ 14 , 19 ]. However, due to their brittleness and poor cohesiveness, kapok fibers have limited spinnability, which is generally considered noneconomical.…”

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Utilization of Waste Natural Fibers Mixed with Polylactic Acid (PLA) Bicomponent Fiber: Incorporating Kapok and Cattail Fibers for Nonwoven Medical Textile Applications

Srisuk,

Charoenlarp,

Kampeerapappun

2023

Polymers

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Disposable surgical gowns are usually made from petroleum-based synthetic fibers that do not naturally decompose, impacting the environment. A promising approach to diminish the environmental impact of disposable gowns involves utilizing natural fibers and/or bio-based synthetic fibers. In this study, composite webs from polylactic acid (PLA) bicomponent fiber and natural fibers, cattail and kapok fibers, were prepared using the hot press method. Only the sheath region of the PLA bicomponent fiber melted, acting as an adhesive that enhanced the strength and reduced the thickness of the composite web compared with its state before hot pressing. The mechanical and physical properties of these composite webs were evaluated. Composite webs created from kapok fibers displayed a creamy yellowish-white color, while those made from cattail fibers showed a light yellowish-brown color. Additionally, the addition of natural fibers endowed the composite webs with hydrophobic properties. The maximum natural fiber content, at a ratio of 30:70 (natural fiber to PLA fiber), can be incorporated while maintaining proper water vapor permeability and mechanical properties. This nonwoven material presents an alternative with the potential to replace petroleum-based surgical gowns.

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Kapok Fiber- Structure, Characteristics and Applications: A Review

Cited by 14 publications

References 78 publications

Total Dissolved Solids, Phenol, and Barium Removals from Oilfield Produced Water Using Kapok Fibers and Ultrafiltration Membrane

Total Dissolved Solids, Phenol, and Barium Removals from Oilfield Produced Water Using Kapok Fibers and Ultrafiltration Membrane

Sustainable Fiber‐Reinforced Composites: A Review

Utilization of Waste Natural Fibers Mixed with Polylactic Acid (PLA) Bicomponent Fiber: Incorporating Kapok and Cattail Fibers for Nonwoven Medical Textile Applications

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