reviewInternational Journal of Polymer ScienceJan 1, 2015GOLD OA

A Review on Natural Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite and Its Applications

Universiti Tenaga Nasional · Universiti Putra Malaysia

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Abstract

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…

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1,610
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29.34
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100%
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Authors

5

Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Materials science
  • Composite material
  • Thermosetting polymer
  • Natural fiber
  • Absorption of water
  • Viscoelasticity
  • Polymer
  • Fiber
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