Article
Polymer Science
Durvasulu Rajesh, Nagarajan Lenin, Robert Cep, Palanivel Anand, Muniyandy Elangovan
Summary: Modern research is focused on finding natural, green, and sustainable materials to replace conventional materials. Natural fiber composites, which have beneficial qualities, are being extensively studied. This research develops a hybrid flax fiber reinforced with phenol-formaldehyde resin and ramie fiber through a vacuum infusion process. The study finds that the fabrication technique affects the adhesion between the matrix and reinforcement. Results show that composites with ramie as the sheath layer and flax as the core exhibit better mechanical characteristics. Laminate H demonstrates the highest mechanical properties among the eight laminates produced for this study. Morphological analysis reveals few defects in the laminate after testing. The developed composites demonstrate superior mechanical properties compared to commercial composites available on the market.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Jing-Jing Lu, Yi-Cheng Shi, Ji-Peng Guan, Rui-Qiong Dang, Li-Chao Yu, Hong-Quan Wang, Ning-Di Hu, Xiao-Jun Shen
Summary: Replacing artificial fibers with natural fibers to fabricate fiber-reinforced resin matrix composites is a research hotspot at present. How to improve the poor compatibility between plant fiber and resin matrix is hot spots in this area. Our work aims to modify RFF reinforced epoxy resin (RFF/EP) composite laminates with silicon polymer (PSOL) and improve the performance of the composite laminates.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sucia Okta Handika, Muhammad Adly Rahandi Lubis, Rita Kartika Sari, Raden Permana Budi Laksana, Petar Antov, Viktor Savov, Milada Gajtanska, Apri Heri Iswanto
Summary: Lignin isolated from black liquor was used to prepare Bio-PU resin, which was impregnated into ramie fiber to enhance its thermal and mechanical properties. The impregnation process resulted in weight gain and improved thermal and mechanical properties of the ramie fiber, making it suitable for a wider range of industrial applications.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Anni Wang, Peng Yin, Xiaogang Liu, Guijun Xian
Summary: Ramie fiber-reinforced polymer (RFRP) composites were studied under hydrothermal conditions to understand the influence of different resin matrices on their mechanical properties and durability. The study found that RFRP composites reinforced with phenolic resin (RFRPR) had better flexural and short-beam strength, while composites reinforced with unsaturated polyester (RFRUP) had higher water absorption and diffusion coefficients. The erosion of water molecules led to deterioration in the interfacial bonding performance of the RFRPR composite. This study lays the foundation for further promotion and application of RFRP composites.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Qi Zuo, Kushairi Mohd Salleh, Chunhong Wang, Shengkai Liu, Chao Lu, Lijian Wang, Yonggang Li, Xiaosu Yi, Sarani Zakaria
Summary: By using staple spinning to overcome the limitation of plant fiber length, ramie fiber staple yarn reinforced unsaturated polyester composites (RSYCs) were fabricated. The fiber packing density of the staple yarn was found to significantly affect the properties of RSYCs, with increasing density improving tensile strength and viscoelastic rigidity. The obtained fiber packing density has great potential for promoting the development of RSYCs.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Forestry
Yumei Bai, Jin Li, Jun Shen, Zhenhua Gao
Summary: Adding organokaolin improved the performance of DSF-based adhesives for decorating wood composites with cotton fabric. The optimal filler composition and concentration can reduce costs and enhance bond strength.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF WOOD AND WOOD PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xu-Chen Jiang, Ping Li, Yun Liu, Yuan-Wei Yan, Ping Zhu
Summary: In this study, ammonium polyphosphate (APP) was coated on the surface of ramie fabrics (RFs) to obtain flame-retardant RF reinforced epoxy resin composites. The flameretardant composites achieved a limiting oxygen index of 33.8% and UL-94 V-0 rating when the weight gain rate of APP in RFs was about 20%. Additionally, the flame-retardant composites showed reduced peak heat release rate, total heat release values, and smoke production. However, the presence of APP had a negative effect on the internal compatibility and mechanical properties of the composites.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Aamer Khan, Komal Iftikhar, Muhammad Mohsin, Muhammad Ubaidullah, Muhammad Ali, Ahmed Mueen
Summary: This research explores the possibility of using banana fibre as an alternative to cotton fibre in apparel applications. The banana fibre-based yarns and fabrics showed higher strength and performance compared to 100% cotton products.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Maocheng Ji, Jianyong Li, Fangyi Li, Xiaojie Wang, Jia Man, Jianfeng Li, Chuanwei Zhang, Sixian Peng
Summary: By adding ramie fibre and lignin to the chitosan-based film, significant improvements in mechanical, water resistance, thermal, and antioxidant properties were observed. The composite films showed better food preservation effects, indicating the great potential of chitosan-based films in food packaging.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
S. R. Shah, K. J. Umrigar
Summary: This study investigates the degumming process of decorticated ramie fiber using different systems, and finds that peracetic acid is the most effective method followed by the synergy of alkalis.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
S. Basak, S. Saxena, A. S. M. Raja, P. G. Patil, G. Krishnaprasad, R. Narkar, N. Kambli
Summary: The Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology has developed a cellulosic fibre based well-being fragrance packet containing natural mosquito repellent essential oil, which releases satisfactory fragrance and effectively repels mosquitoes for up to one week.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xin Song, Fei Song, Xiao-Min Ding, Jia-Min Wu, Xiao-Hui Wang, Fang Wang, Rui Feng, Xiu-Li Wang, Yu-Zhong Wang
Summary: The development of bio-based polymers is beneficial for reducing carbon emissions. By modifying ramie fibers and integrating them with epoxy resin, high-performance polymer composites with improved flame-retardant properties and reinforcement effects are obtained.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Lalta Prasad, Pawan Kapri, Raj Vardhan Patel, Anshul Yadav, Jerzy Winczek
Summary: The compression molding technique was used to fabricate hybrid composites with different wt.% of glass and ramie fibers in different stacking sequences. The physical and mechanical characteristics of the hybrid composites were studied, and the optimal composition was determined using a preference model. The stacking sequence played a crucial role in the characteristics of the composites, with the GRG sequence showing optimal characteristics. Microstructural analysis revealed voids, de-lamination, interfacial bonding, fiber pull-out, and matrix distribution.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Rong Wang, Shuang Deng, Lixia Cao, Yanmei Liu, Wenyu Yang, Jie Min, Jin Fang
Summary: In this study, an organosilicon resin emulsion containing disulfide bonds was prepared for the elastic finishing of cotton fabrics, improving their wrinkle resistance and shape memory function. The research results showed that the organosilicon finishing agent exhibited excellent stability and high delayed elasticity.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Yuko Ono, Miyuki Takeuchi, Yaxin Zhou, Akira Isogai
Summary: The study showed that the molecular structure of cellulose samples and formation of nanofibrils can be altered under different oxidation conditions, with the presence of certain hydrocarbons possibly being generated during the reactions.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Katharina Haag, Justine Padovani, Sergio Fita, Jean-Paul Trouve, Christophe Pineau, Simon Hawkins, Hein De Jong, Michael K. Deyholos, Brigitte Chabbert, Joerg Muessig, Johnny Beaugrand
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2017)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Thomas Bahners, Milan Kelch, Beate Gebert, Xochitli L. Osorio Barajas, Torsten C. Schmidt, Jochen S. Gutmann, Joerg Muessig
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Nina Graupner, Sebastian Basel, Joerg Muessig
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Shaoliang Wang, Hans-Joerg Gusovius, Carsten Luehr, Salvatore Musio, Birgit Uhrlaub, Stefano Amaducci, Joerg Muessig
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2018)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Joerg Muessig, Stefano Amaducci
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Joerg Muessig, Adrian Clark, Simon Hoermann, Giuseppe Loporcaro, Claudio Loporcaro, Tim Huber
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nina Graupner, Karl-Heinz Lehmann, David E. Weber, Hans-Willi Hilgers, Erik G. Bell, Isabel Walenta, Luisa Berger, Torsten Brueckner, Kay Koelzig, Herbert Randerath, Albert Bruns, Bernd Frank, Maik Wonneberger, Marc Joulian, Lisa Bruns, Friedrich von Dungern, Alexander Janssen, Thomas Gries, Stefan Kunst, Jorg Muessig
Summary: This study focuses on the development of cost-effective staple fibre yarns made from flax tow for use in composite materials. The mechanical properties of the resulting composites were comparable to those made from high-quality UD flax roving. Industrial processing of the fabrics into composite laminates showed clear advantages in lightweight construction potential and mechanical properties.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jonas Schmidt, Tim Huber, Joerg Muessig
Summary: This study presents an online teaching concept that guides students through the execution of the tensile test using educational videos, handouts, and an interactive desktop app. The app allows simulation of tensile tests for various materials and comparison of their properties. Learning progress was evaluated with tests, which showed significant improvement in scores. Survey results indicate that students appreciate the online teaching concept and were motivated by the learning tools provided.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Katrin Greta Hoffmann, Katharina Haag, Joerg Muessig
Summary: Natural fibre-reinforced plastic composites made from fleeces and felts are commonly used in automotive interior parts due to their good density specific mechanical properties and low carbon footprint. By employing a biomimetic technology-pull approach, natural fibre-reinforced polypropylene plates with improved lightweight potential were produced, with the best results achieved using a sandwich structure surrounding a needle felt core.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Chloe Viotti, Katharina Albrecht, Stefano Amaducci, Paul Bardos, Coralie Bertheau, Damien Blaudez, Lea Bothe, David Cazaux, Andrea Ferrarini, Jason Govilas, Hans-Joerg Gusovius, Thomas Jeannin, Carsten Luehr, Joerg Muessig, Marcello Pilla, Vincent Placet, Markus Puschenreiter, Alice Tognacchini, Loic Yung, Michel Chalot
Summary: Stinging nettle is a perennial crop with low fertilizer and pesticide requirements, well adapted to various environmental conditions. It has been successfully grown in Europe and has the potential to replace artificial fibers in industries such as textiles and automotive. This review provides a historical perspective on nettle varietal selection, as well as an overview of its biology, adaptability, genetics, and cultivation and processing features. The potential uses in industrial processes and future avenues of research on this high-value plant for the global fiber market are also discussed.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Manu Thundathil, Ali Reza Nazmi, Bahareh Shahri, Nick Emerson, Joerg Muessig, Tim Huber
Summary: This study examines the role of bimodal sensory evaluation in biobased composite perception and identifies the perceptual relationships and components of beauty, naturality, and value. It is observed that different clusters of biobased composites can be formed based on the dominance and interplay of visual and tactile senses. The attributes of Natural, Beautiful, and Valuable are positively correlated and influenced by both visual and tactile characteristics, while attributes like Complex, Interesting, and Unusual are dominated by visual stimuli.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Deepanjalee Dutta, Nina Graupner, Jorg Muessig, Dorothea Brueggemann
Summary: In this study, a new method for preparing free-standing collagen constructs with rolled-up architecture was reported. Collagen nanofibers were self-assembled and cross-linked on modified alumina textiles, resulting in the spontaneous rolling up and detachment of the collagen constructs. The mechanical properties of the wet collagen scaffolds were evaluated, and the roll-up effect was found to be influenced by the surface charge and protein charge on the textiles, as well as the porous architecture of the nanofibers. Further research is needed to develop this roll-up effect into a reproducible biofabrication process for tissue engineering.
ACS NANOSCIENCE AU
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Katharina Albrecht, Erwin Baur, Hans-Josef Endres, Ralf Gente, Nina Graupner, Martin Koch, Marco Neudecker, Tim Osswald, Philip Schmidtke, Sandro Wartzack, Karl Webelhaus, Joerg Muessig
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2017)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Nina Graupner, David Labonte, Heide Humburg, Tayfun Buzkan, Anna Doergens, Wiebke Kelterer, Joerg Muessig
BIOINSPIRATION & BIOMIMETICS
(2017)
Review
Materials Science, Composites
Joerg Muessig, Stefano Amaducci, Alain Bourmaud, Johnny Beaugrand, Darshil U. Shah
COMPOSITES PART C: OPEN ACCESS
(2020)
