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Polymer Science
Naved Azum, Mohammad Jawaid, Lau Kia Kian, Anish Khan, Maha Moteb Alotaibi
Summary: Washingtonia fiber, with its potential as an alternative biomaterial for manufacturing microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) products, showed high purity of cellulose content, high crystallinity, and greater thermal stability compared to untreated fiber samples. This indicates its potential as a reliable biosubstituent for MCC production in the future.
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Engineering, Environmental
Moufida Beroual, Lokmane Boumaza, Oussama Mehelli, Djalal Trache, Ahmed Fouzi Tarchoun, Kamel Khimeche
Summary: This study focused on isolating pure cellulose from esparto grass stems, preparing microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) using different approaches, and characterizing the samples using various techniques. The findings indicate that using a combined method for delignification can result in MCC with higher crystallinity and better thermal stability.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
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Materials Science, Textiles
R. Gopinath, P. Billigraham, T. P. Sathishkumar, M. R. Sanjay, Suchart Siengchin
Summary: This study reported the physical, chemical, and thermal properties of cellulosic fiber extracted from the stem of Sida acuta. Through tests and experiments, it was found that the fiber possesses high cellulose content, tensile strength, crystallinity index, and thermal stability. By adding fly ash filler, the mechanical properties of Sida acuta fiber reinforced epoxy composite can be significantly improved.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
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Materials Science, Textiles
Kusmono, M. N. Affan
Summary: In this study, nanocrystalline cellulose (NCC) was successfully isolated from ramie fibers through chemical pretreatments and phosphoric acid hydrolysis. The characteristics of NCC were found to be significantly affected by the acid concentration but not the hydrolysis time.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
K. R. Jaya Sheeba, Jagadeesh Kumar Alagarasan, Jeyaprakash Dharmaraja, S. Anne Kavitha, Sutha Shobana, Sundaram Arvindnarayan, Manoharan Vadivel, Moonyong Lee, Krishna Priya Retnam
Summary: The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of alkali treatment on the morphology, chemical composition, tensile capabilities, structural changes, and thermal degradation of Acacia pennata stem fibers. SEM image and pXRD analyses support the improved surface roughness of the fibers after alkaline treatment. XRD analysis reveals an improved fiber crystallinity index, which is consistent with the SEM pictograms. Alkali-treated fibers exhibit a higher percentage of cellulose and ash, and a lower percentage of hemi-cellulose, lignin, pectin, wax, and moisture compared to untreated fibers. The low density and high cellulosic content of alkali-treated fibers enhance their suitability as fiber matrices. The thermal behavior of the fibers at various temperatures is demonstrated by TG-DTA analysis, and their tensile strength is also investigated.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
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Polymer Science
Anish Khan, Mohammad Jawaid, Lau Kia Kian, Aftab Aslam Parwaz Khan, Abdullah M. Asiri
Summary: In this study, Conocarpus fiber was chemically pre-treated and hydrolyzed at different times to produce nanocrystalline cellulose (NCC) particles. The NCC product retained high yield and showed a relatively pure cellulose composition with strong crystalline structure and enhanced heat resistance. The extracted NCC from Conocarpus fiber has the potential to be a green nano-filler for developing nanocomposite materials in the future.
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Rai Felipe Pereira Junio, Lucas de Mendonca Neuba, Andressa Teixeira Souza, Artur Camposo Pereira, Lucio Fabio Cassiano Nascimento, Sergio Neves Monteiro
Summary: The fibers extracted from the leaf of carnauba palm tree were characterized for their thermochemical and structural properties. The results showed that carnauba fibers exhibit good thermal performance and structural features, making them suitable for engineering applications.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2022)
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mohammad Jawaid, Lau Kia Kian, H. Fouad, N. Saba, Othman Y. Alothman, Mohamed Hashem
Summary: Conocarpus plant biomass fibers, especially CP-T fibers, with high cellulose content and compact morphology, show great potential to be used as bio-fillers in polymer composites due to their advantageous properties. Their thermal stability and particle size are also important factors in their application.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2021)
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Materials Science, Textiles
R. Gopinath, P. Billigraham, T. P. Sathishkumar
Summary: This study focused on the extraction and characterization of novel cellulosic fibers from the bark of Markhamia lutea tree. The fibers were found to have a high cellulose content, low density, and high tensile strength, making them ideal for lightweight applications. The thermal degradation behavior of the fibers was also investigated, revealing their potential for use in green composites.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
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Materials Science, Textiles
R. Gopinath, P. Billigraham, T. P. Sathishkumar
Summary: This paper investigates the properties of a new cellulosic fiber derived from the bark of Bauhinia purpurea, including mechanical strength, crystallinity, tensile strength, Young's modulus, and thermal properties. Test results show that the Bauhinia purpurea fiber is suitable for making high-strength and low-density biodegradable composites.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
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Materials Science, Textiles
R. Gopinath, P. Billigraham, T. P. Sathishkumar
Summary: This paper reports on the physical, mechanical, thermal properties, and chemical composition of a novel lignocellulosic fiber extracted from the bark of Albizia saman. The results indicate that the fiber possesses essential characteristics required for reinforcing composites, making it suitable for producing green composites.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Applied
Chengling Huang, Houyong Yu, Somia Yassin Hussain Abdalkarim, Yingzhan Li, Xiang Chen, Xiaogang Yang, Ying Zhou, Lianyang Zhang
Summary: This study presents an efficient synthesis route to design various crystalline allomorphs of cellulose nanocrystals with high thermal stability from cotton. By hydrogen peroxide hydrolysis, cellulose nanocrystals with different crystal structures were prepared, showing remarkable dispersibility and thermal stability.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Amina Hachaichi, Benalia Kouini, Lau Kia Kian, Mohammad Asim, Hassan Fouad, Mohammad Jawaid, Mohini Sain
Summary: Date palm fiber is a natural biopolymer rich in lignocellulosic components, making it suitable for extracting small particles like microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) and nanocrystalline cellulose (NCC). The isolated NCC from date palm MCC, with different hydrolysis times, showed high crystallinity, small particle size, and stable heat resistance, indicating its potential for various applications in biomedical and food packaging fields.
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Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Songlin Wang, Qian Wang, Yao Kai
Summary: Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) were successfully isolated from microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) and further processed to obtain CNC II and CNC III. These nanocrystals showed high crystallinity and good thermal stability, with degradation temperatures of 300°C, 275°C, and 242°C for CNC I, CNC II, and CNC III, respectively. Additionally, they exhibited a large aspect ratio and high negative zeta potential.
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Chemistry, Applied
Halimatun Saadiah Hafid, Farah Nadia Omar, Jiangyu Zhu, Minato Wakisaka
Summary: Cellulose was extracted from rice husk using an integrated delignification process involving alkaline treatment and acid hydrolysis. HNO3 treatment increased cellulose content and crystallinity, with slightly improved thermal properties. Economic analysis showed chlorine extraction yielded higher cellulose recovery but lower total operation costs compared to HNO3.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Balwant Singh, Raman Kumar, Jasgurpreet Chohan, Shubham Sharma, Jujhar Singh, Rushdan Ahmad Ilyas, Sanjay M. Rangappa, Suchart Siengchin, Kakur Naresh, Sowmya Raghu, Robin James
Summary: Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) is an efficient method commonly used for the development of biomedical implants, bio-sensors, and customized products. This study focuses on the calculation and measurement of the melt flow rate of copper reinforced ABS and nylon 6 thermoplastic matrices using FDM. The results show that the melt flow index decreases with an increase in copper powder concentration in nylon 6, while it initially increases and then decreases with the addition of more copper powder particulates in ABS.
HIGH PERFORMANCE POLYMERS
(2023)
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Materials Science, Textiles
K. Setswalo, O. P. Oladijo, M. Namoshe, E. T. Akinlabi, R. M. Sanjay, S. Siengchin, R. Srisuk
Summary: Water absorption, chemical resistance, and biological properties are crucial factors in determining the performance of bio-composites, which are influenced by the interfacial bonding mechanism controlled by surface modification and processing parameters of natural fibers. This study investigates the potential of enhancing the mukwa/PLA interface through an economic and ecological surface modification method. The alkali-laccase modification improves the water absorption and chemical resistance of the bio-composites, while also increasing their hardness and thermal stability.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
K. N. Bharath, Madhu Puttegowda, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, S. Basavarajappa, Suchart Siengchin, Anish Khan, Sergey M. Gorbatyuk
Summary: This study explores the possibility of using natural fiber coconut leaf sheath (CLS) as an alternative for polymer composites. It demonstrates that NaOH treatment can improve the structural and thermal stability of the fiber, making it suitable for bio-reinforcement in lightweight composite structures.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Nasmi Herlina Sari, Suteja, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Suchart Siengchin
Summary: This literature review provides the latest information on the synthesis, properties, and applications of Eichornia crassipes (ECs) in polymer composites. It discusses the modification of ECs properties using alkaline chemicals and presents the physical, mechanical, and thermal properties of ECs-filled composites. The study also highlights the potential applications of ECs composites for product development.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
S. Indran, D. Divya, S. Raja, M. R. Sanjay, Suchart Siengchin
Summary: The present study investigated the suitability of a novel Furcraea selloa K. Koch leaf fiber for composite reinforcement. The study found that the fiber exhibited low density, high crystallinity, high thermal stability, and good tensile strength. It also had good surface roughness and low microfibril angle, making it suitable for composite reinforcement.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Mayank Pokhriyal, Pawan Kumar Rakesh, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Suchart Siengchin
Summary: This study extracts fibers from the stem of Himalayacalamus falconeri (HF) culms and investigates their properties. Alkali treatment enhances the mechanical properties of HF fibers, increases cellulose content and density, reduces fiber diameter, and improves crystallinity index, tensile strength, thermal stability, and surface roughness. The experimental findings suggest that HF fiber is a suitable replacement material for synthetic reinforcement materials in lightweight polymer composites.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Saravanakumar Arunachalam, Rajeshkumar Lakshmi Narasimhan, Sathish Kumar Palaniappan, Nimel Sworna Ross, Arulmozhivarman Joseph Chandran, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Suchart Siengchin
Summary: The study aims to evaluate the drilling behavior of Typha angustifolia fiber reinforced (TAFR) composite. Composites were manufactured using Typha angustifolia fibers in unidirectional (UD) and bidirectional (BD) orientations using the epoxy matrix through compression molding technique. Various process parameters were investigated using Taguchi's method to determine the optimal drilling conditions. The morphology of drilled holes was analyzed using scanning electron microscopy to understand the failure mechanisms and damages induced during the drilling operations. Low speed and feed rate and large drill diameter were found to minimize delamination and thrust force for both UD and BD TAFR composites.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Nasmi Herlina Sari, Suteja, Sujita, Rushdan Ahmad Ilyas, Eka Sari, Mavinkere Rangappa Sanjay, Suchart Siengchin
Summary: This paper investigates the thermal, tensile strength, and flexural strength properties of a polyester composite filled with hybrid Eichhornia crassipes (EGs) /aluminum oxide (Al2O3) particles. The results show that the tensile and bending strengths increase when the EGs content in the composite is in the range of 10-15%. The scanning electron microscope fracture morphology reveals a strong and tight interfacial connection between the EGs, Al2O3, and polyester layers. According to the findings, this hybrid composite can be used in automotive applications.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART E-JOURNAL OF PROCESS MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
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Energy & Fuels
T. Kamatchi, R. Saravanan, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Suchart Siengchin
Summary: This study investigates the effects of different weight percentages and particle sizes of graphene filler in a coir-based biocomposite. The results show that samples with 5% nanographene fillers outperformed in terms of content-wise analysis, and the particle size of nanographene is directly proportional to the flexural strength.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
P. M. Gopal, Priyadharshini G. Suganya, Indran Suyambulingam, Divya Divakaran, V Kavimani, M. R. Sanjay, Suchart Siengchin
Summary: This study focuses on the extraction and characterization of microcrystalline cellulose particles from the Millettia pinnata plant, which have potential applications as filler materials in polymer composite development and as alternatives to fossil fuels. The isolated microcrystalline cellulose powder is pure white in color and exhibits good physicochemical characteristics. However, it becomes less stable at higher temperatures. Nevertheless, these derived microcrystalline cellulose particles show promise for use in the food packaging industry.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Yermal Shriraj Rao, Basavannadevaru Shivamurthy, Nanjangud Subbarao Mohan, Nagaraja Shetty, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Suchart Siengchin
Summary: The present study aims to improve the tensile and hardness properties of carbon fabric-reinforced epoxy composite (CFEC) by using hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) and molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) fillers. Magnetic stirring and ultrasonication were used to disperse fillers in epoxy resin. CFEC, h-BN filled CFEC, and MoS2 filled CFEC were fabricated using the hand layup and vacuum bag technique. The addition of 6 wt.% h-BN and MoS2 separately in the resin matrix remarkably improved the tensile strength of CFEC. The highest tensile strength of 486 MPa and Young's modulus of 44 GPa were achieved in the 6 wt.% h-BN incorporated CFEC, showing 59% and 47% improvements, respectively. The introduction of h-BN and MoS2 in the composite increased hardness, with 6 wt.% h-BN added CFEC recording the highest hardness denoting 23% greater than the neat CFEC.
COGENT ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
H. Mohit, Mavinkere Rangappa Sanjay, Laongdaw Techawinyutham, Suchart Siengchin, Abeer Nasser Al-Romaizan, Mahmoud A. Hussein, Anish Khan, Abdullah M. Asiri
Summary: Plant cellulose fibers were used to fabricate banana-boron nitride-carbon fabric and coir-multi walled carbon nanotubes-Innegra fabric hybrid polyester laminates with different chemical treatments. The physical, mechanical, and thermal characteristics of the laminates were determined. The addition of chemically treated/untreated banana/coir fillers in the polyester matrix was confirmed by FTIR spectra and SEM. The chemically treated banana/coir fiber reinforced polyester hybrid laminates showed higher thermal stability.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Harikrishnan Pulikkalparambil, Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai, Jurgen Pionteck, Debabrata Nandi, Suchart Siengchin
Summary: This study reports on the self-healing capability of a plant-based bioepoxy resin by incorporating reversible ionic groups using a simple blending process with ionic liquid. The interaction between hydroxyl groups in the resin and the ionic groups in the liquid was found to be reversible, allowing for instantaneous self-healing of minor cracks. Tensile and nanoindentation tests revealed the retention of mechanical properties after self-healing, with the self-healed samples retaining approximately 42% and 53% of their tensile strength and elongation at break.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
H. Mohit, M. R. Sanjay, Rapeeporn Srisuk, Suchart Siengchin, Raed H. Althomali, Khalid A. Alzahrani, Abdullah M. Asiri, Anish Khan
Summary: The present investigation focused on enhancing the physical, mechanical, and thermal characteristics of polyester composites by reinforcing natural fiber, inorganic particles, fabrics, and metallic wire mesh. Experimental results showed that one particular sample exhibited superior mechanical properties. An artificial neural network was also used to model the material properties, with the forecasted outcomes compared to experimental data.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Praveenkumara Jagadeesh, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Madhu Puttegowda, Indran Suyambulingam, Suchart Siengchin
Summary: In recent years, there has been an increasing use of natural fibers to strengthen polymer composites, leading to ecological imbalance. In order to maintain ecological balance, researchers are now exploring the use of naturally available mineral materials to reinforce polymer products and reduce polymer content. Basalt mineral has shown potential in reducing polymer ratio without affecting core properties, creating a pollution-free environment and addressing ecological challenges. This study successfully fabricated mineral particle-reinforced composites using different polymers and analyzed their thermal stability through various tests.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2023)
