Surface Modification of Natural Fibers for Reinforced Polymer Composites: A Critical Review

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-46 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Masudul Hassan ◽  
Manfred H. Wagner
Keyword(s):  
Surface Modification ◽  
Polymer Composites ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Reinforced Polymer

scholarly journals A Review on Application of Single and Hybrid Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites

2020 ◽  
pp. 325-327
Author(s):  
Sumesh K R ◽  
Kanthavel K ◽  
Saikrishnan G
Keyword(s):  
Polymer Composites ◽  
Polymer Matrix ◽  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Alkali Treatment ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Crystallinity Index ◽  
Practical Applications ◽  
Synthetic Fibers ◽  
Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites

The applications of natural fiber composites have enormously increased due to the high availability, eco-friendly nature and practical applications of the composites. In this review different fiber combinations using natural fiber and synthetic fibers have been investigated and found with interesting results. The hybrid nature of fiber reinforcement adds to the mechanical properties of polymer-based composites. The hybridization using more than one fiber reduces the surface deformations in the polymer matrix and enhanced the bonding ability of polymer composites. The alkali treatment was the effective surface treatment process for improving the cellulosic nature with good crystalline nature, good bonding ability with the polymer matrix, this adds to the properties of polymer-based composites. The crystallinity index of 43-68 % were observed in surface treated natural fibers.

Natural Fibers Reinforced Polymer Composites Applied in Ballistic Multilayered Armor for Personal Protection—An Overview

2019 ◽  
pp. 33-47 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sergio Neves Monteiro ◽  
Jaroslaw Wieslaw Drelich ◽  
Henry Alonso Colorado Lopera ◽  
Lucio Fabio Cassiano Nascimento ◽  
Fernanda Santos da Luz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Polymer Composites ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Personal Protection ◽  
Reinforced Polymer

Gray optimization of process parameters of surface modification of coconut sheath reinforced polymer composites

2013 ◽  
Vol 33 (7) ◽  
pp. 665-672 ◽  
Author(s):  
Irullappasamy Siva ◽  
Jebas Thangaih Winowlin Jappes ◽  
Pandian Pitchipoo ◽  
Sandro Campos Amico ◽  
Erumaipatty Rajagounder Nagarajan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Modification ◽  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Treatment Time ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Technical Information ◽  
Interfacial Strength ◽  
Bath Temperature ◽  
Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Optimization Of Process Parameters ◽  
Selection Of

Abstract Surface modification of natural fiber may greatly enhance the mechanical interlocking between fiber and matrix. Although there are many reports on surface modification of natural fibers, little technical information is available to enable the selection of optimized surface modification conditions. In this work, treatment parameters, such as bath temperature, agent concentration, and treatment time, are optimized to achieve higher interfacial adhesion. The effect of these parameters on flexural and impact strength is investigated by applying gray relational techniques. Experimental results show that NaOH concentration and treatment time are significant variables which improve interfacial strength, while NaOH bath temperature appears less important.

Mechanical Properties of Natural Fibers Reinforced Polymer Composites: Palm/Low Density Polyethylene

2016 ◽  
Vol 869 ◽  
pp. 326-330
Author(s):  
Julia R. Guedes ◽  
Wagner Martins Florentino ◽  
Luciano Monteiro Rodrigues ◽  
Claudinei dos Santos ◽  
Daniella Regina Mulinari
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Polymer Composites ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Polymeric Matrix ◽  
Low Density Polyethylene ◽  
Low Density ◽  
Pure Polymer ◽  
Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Tensile Impact ◽  
Ldpe Composites

In the work, mechanical properties of palm fibers/low density polyethylene (LDPE) composites were studied. These fibers were mixed with the polymeric matrix (LDPE) in a thermokinetic mixer, in which fibers were responsible for 5 to 20 wt% in the composition. After the mixture, composites were dried, ground in mill and placed in an injector camera according to ASTM D-638 and ASTM D-790 specifications. Specimens were tested in tensile, impact, flexural and Shore A hardness mode. Results showed the addition fibers in polymeric matrix presented increase mechanical properties when compared to pure polymer

scholarly journals A Review on Natural Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite and Its Applications

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Layth Mohammed ◽  
M. N. M. Ansari ◽  
Grace Pua ◽  
Mohammad Jawaid ◽  
M. Saiful Islam
Keyword(s):  
Water Absorption ◽  
Polymer Composites ◽  
Chemical Treatment ◽  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Fiber Type ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Fiber Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Reinforced Polymer

Natural fibers are getting attention from researchers and academician to utilize in polymer composites due to their ecofriendly nature and sustainability. The aim of this review article is to provide a comprehensive review of the foremost appropriate as well as widely used natural fiber reinforced polymer composites (NFPCs) and their applications. In addition, it presents summary of various surface treatments applied to natural fibers and their effect on NFPCs properties. The properties of NFPCs vary with fiber type and fiber source as well as fiber structure. The effects of various chemical treatments on the mechanical and thermal properties of natural fibers reinforcements thermosetting and thermoplastics composites were studied. A number of drawbacks of NFPCs like higher water absorption, inferior fire resistance, and lower mechanical properties limited its applications. Impacts of chemical treatment on the water absorption, tribology, viscoelastic behavior, relaxation behavior, energy absorption flames retardancy, and biodegradability properties of NFPCs were also highlighted. The applications of NFPCs in automobile and construction industry and other applications are demonstrated. It concluded that chemical treatment of the natural fiber improved adhesion between the fiber surface and the polymer matrix which ultimately enhanced physicomechanical and thermochemical properties of the NFPCs.

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