Kenaf nonwovens as substrates for laminations

Ramaswamy, Gita; Sellers, T.; Tao, Weiying; Crook, Le Grand

doi:10.1016/s0926-6690(02)00040-7

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“…[120][121][122][123][124] Chin and Yousif studied the potential of kenaf fiber composites in tribological applications 125 and Serizawa et al considered these composites for electronic applications. 126 Few other applications of kenaf fibers are discussed by Ramaswamy et al 127 Chemical analysis of the fibers were performed to see the chemical composition of the kenaf seed oil and maturing of core/bast. 128,129 Properties of the fiber based on growing conditions Downloaded by [University of Louisville] at 10:38 05 February 2015 were studied by Ogbonnaya et al 130 Kenaf fiber and its composites are reviewed in detail by Akil et al 57 2.1.1.5 Ramie.…”

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A Review of Natural Fibers Used in Biocomposites: Plant, Animal and Regenerated Cellulose Fibers

2015

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Natural fibers today are a popular choice for applications in composite manufacturing.Based on the sustainability benefits, biofibers such as plant fibers are replacing synthetic fibers in composites. These fibers are used to manufacture several biocomposites. The chemical composition and properties of each of the fibers changes, which demands the detailed comparison of these fibers. The reinforcement potential of natural fibers and their properties have been described in numerous papers. Today, high performance biocomposites are produced from several years of research. Plant fibers, particularly bast and leaf, find applications in automotive industries. While most of the other fibers are explored in lab scales they have not yet found large-scale commercial applications. It is necessary to also consider other fibers such as ones made from seed (coir) and animals (chicken feather) as they are secondary or made from waste products. Few plant fibers such as bast fibers are often reviewed briefly but other plant and animal fibers are not discussed in detail. This review paper discusses all the six types of plant fibers such as bast, leaf, seed, straw, grass, and wood, together with animal fibers and regenerated cellulose fibers. Additionally, the review considers developments dealing with natural fibers and their composites. The fiber source, extraction, availability, type, composition, and mechanical properties are discussed. The advantages and disadvantages of using each biofiber are discussed. Three fabric architectures such as nonwoven, woven and knitted have been briefly discussed. Finally, the paper presents the overview of the results from the composites made from each fiber with suitable references for in-depth studies.

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Section: Tablementioning

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A Review of Natural Fibers Used in Biocomposites: Plant, Animal and Regenerated Cellulose Fibers

2015

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“…Rowell et al [20] studied the potential of kenaf as a reinforcing fi ber in a polypropylene matrix and compared the mechanical properties with other commonly used composite systems as shown in Table 5.4 . Kenaf core fi bers are also used in product applications such as animal bedding, summer forage, and potting media [21] . Generally, the tensile and fl exural properties of kenaf-reinforced composites vary depending on the type of fi ber, its orientation (random or unidirectional), content and form (fi ber or fabric), and the type of blending/ plasticizer used.…”

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The use of kenaf fibers as reinforcements in composites

Akil¹,

Zamri²,

Osman³

2015

Biofiber Reinforcements in Composite Materials

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“…Therefore, a profitable production of fibre crops in Western Europe (and most probably North America) can only be realised if the production costs of the fibres can be recovered without the need to rely on subsidies in the long run (Karus, 2000). The only way for framers to compete on the world market without substantial governmental support and protection is to produce and supply high-quality fibres for high value-added products for niche applications in the textile or composite sector (Kohler and Kessler, 1998;Vantresse, 1998;Ramaswamy, 2003).…”

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Green Composites as Panacea? Socio-Economic Aspects of Green Materials

Bismarck

Baltazar‐y‐Jimenez

Sarikakis

2006

Environ Dev Sustain

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Much academic research and industrial development explores new ways to create greener and environmentally friendlier chemicals and materials for a variety of applications. A significant part of this work focuses on the development, processing and manufacturing, recycling and disposal of green plastics, adhesives, polymer composites, blends and many other industrial products from renewable resources. Natural fibres offer the potential to deliver greater added value, sustainability, renewability and lower costs especially in the automotive industry. Further research involves the fibre crop production. The everincreasing volume of scientific literature refers with enthusiasm to the potential of natural fibres in technological, economic and ecological terms. This enthusiasm tends to also expand to the areas of human life and socio-economic development for the fibre crop growers and their communities. However, there is very little debate or evidence to support statements about the assumed advantages for the affected population in rural areas. We argue that despite the predicted new boom in the demand of natural fibres, it is unlikely that this will represent a real improvement in the quality of life of crop fibre growers and their communities. This paper examines the experience of Mexico as a case study and argues that only through consistent political will and co-operation between governments, industry, scientists, consumer groups and local communities, as well as a suitable economic strategy such as local subsidies, a truly sustainable economic development, social equity and improved environmental quality will be achieved for tens of thousands of natural fibre growers.

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Kenaf nonwovens as substrates for laminations

Cited by 31 publications

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A Review of Natural Fibers Used in Biocomposites: Plant, Animal and Regenerated Cellulose Fibers

A Review of Natural Fibers Used in Biocomposites: Plant, Animal and Regenerated Cellulose Fibers

The use of kenaf fibers as reinforcements in composites

Green Composites as Panacea? Socio-Economic Aspects of Green Materials

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