Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Cosmas Fednand, Pendo Bigambo, Quintino Mgani
Summary: This study investigated potential chemical methods to modify sisal fibers for clothing applications, demonstrating improved mechanical properties and moisture content comparable to other cellulosic fibers. The results suggest a possibility of developing sisal fibers for clothing applications.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Mallampati Somaiah Chowdary, Gujjala Raghavendra, M. S. R. Niranjan Kumar, Shakuntala Ojha, Manne Anupama Ammulu, P. Phani Prasanthi
Summary: Hybrid composites with Kevlar/K, Sisal/S, and Polyester reinforcement, enhanced with varying percentages of Nano clay, demonstrated excellent mechanical properties and erosion wear resistance, particularly suitable for engineering materials in the aviation and automobile industry.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Hederson Majela do Nascimento, Andressa dos Santos, Vitor Anthony Duarte, Paulo Rodrigo Stival Bittencourt, Eduardo Radovanovic, Silvia Luciana Favaro
Summary: The lignocellulosic fibers obtained from Yucca aloifolia L. leaves showed high cellulose content, thermal stability, and good mechanical properties, indicating their potential as fibrous reinforcement materials in polymeric matrices.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Thanikodi Sathish, Praveenkumara Jagadeesh, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Suchart Siengchin
Summary: This study fabricates hybrid composites reinforced with jute, bamboo, and coir fibers and analyzes their mechanical, thermal, and morphological properties. The results show that the composite JC8, with 21% jute, 1.5% coir, and 7.5% bamboo, exhibits the highest tensile and flexural strengths, thermal stability, and better surface morphology among other hybrid composites.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Tesfamariam Teklu
Summary: The study examined the influence of different extraction methods on the physico-chemical, thermal, and mechanical properties of sisal fibers. Results showed that sisal fibers extracted by the chemical method had higher cellulose content and tensile strength compared to other extraction methods.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Bernardo Zuccarello, Francesco Bongiorno, Carmelo Militello
Summary: The growing focus on environmental protection has led researchers to explore biocomposites, particularly those reinforced with sisal fibers. Hybridizations with natural fibers or basalt fibers are the most promising in terms of enhancing mechanical performance without increasing environmental impact. Experimental analysis has shown that such hybridization can lead to improvements in strength and stiffness and reduce aging effects, making it suitable for outdoor applications exposed to environmental agents.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
G. Rajeshkumar, G. L. Devnani, J. Prakash Maran, M. R. Sanjay, Suchart Siengchin, Naif Abdullah Al-Dhabi, K. Ponmurugan
Summary: The research focused on extracting novel natural cellulose fibers from purple bauhinia leaves. The fibers exhibited high cellulose content, good mechanical properties, and potential for use as reinforcement material in polymer composites. Additionally, the fibers showed high crystallinity and thermal stability.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Iranildo Barbosa da Silva Junior, Lourdes Maria Silva de Souza, Flavio de Andrade Silva
Summary: In this study, the creep behavior of sisal fiber cement based composites was investigated, revealing differences in mechanical properties under different fiber conditions and understanding the crack mechanisms during tensile and flexural tests, as well as the decrease in strength and toughness after creep tests.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Atik Mubarak Kazi, D. V. A. Ramasastry, Sunil Waddar
Summary: The research found that the roselle fabric composite has superior mechanical properties, while the sisal fabric composite has lower tensile and impact strengths. However, the sisal fabric and roselle fabric composites have similar flexural properties. The sisal fabric composite has the highest loss factor peak, with the peak height increasing with higher sisal fiber content in the roselle/sisal fabric composites.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Ayyappa Atmakuri, Arvydas Palevicius, Lalitnarayan Kolli, Andrius Vilkauskas, Giedrius Janusas
Summary: The study demonstrates that the mechanical properties of Caryota and sisal fiber-reinforced epoxy resin hybrid composites are superior to single fiber composites, and hybrid composites exhibit better moisture absorption properties.
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Caroline Rodrigues Pereira de Paula, Rosilani Trianoski, Elaine Azevedo
Summary: Polyurethane foam derived from vegetable oils was used as a matrix in composites with Pinus taeda sawdust and Agave sisalana fibers. Composites with a composition of 50% foam, 37.5% sawdust and 12.5% sisal showed the highest bending resistance and best results after immersion, making them suitable for furniture and craft use.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Fangwei Fan, Mengting Zhu, Kaiyang Fang, Endi Cao, Yinzhi Yang, Jinpeng Xie, Zhongmin Deng, Yiren Chen, Xinwang Cao
Summary: Cellulose nanowhiskers with a diameter of 5-10 nm, high crystallinity of 74%, and C6 carboxylate groups were prepared from sisal fibers via selective oxidation and mechanical homogenization. The alkaline pretreatment using sodium hydroxide affected the crystalline type of the cellulose fibers. These versatile nanowhiskers are suitable for nanocomposites, tissue engineering, filtration, pharmaceutical, and optical industries.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
S. Basak, M. Bhowmick, S. Sengupta
Summary: A new mechano-chemical formulation is developed for flame resistant sisal fibre rope with low chemical loading. The treated sisal yarn showed higher LOI values and self-extinguishment. The rope made from sisal yarn exhibited high LOI value, while maintaining good mechanical and thermal stability.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Sudhakar Behera, Rakesh Kumar Gautam, Sunil Mohan
Summary: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a low-cost and environmentally friendly chemical modification on sisal fiber reinforced epoxy composites. The results showed that the chemical treatment improved the morphological properties of the fibers, reduced the hemicellulose and lignin contents, and enhanced the thermal, mechanical, tribological, and morphological characteristics of the composites. The sodium citrate treatment was found to be more effective than the stearic acid treatment in improving the mechanical and tribological properties.
Article
Polymer Science
Cuiyu Li, Jiajia Song, Wenjin Xing, Linxin Wang, Yueyan Cui, Xiaoyuan Pei
Summary: Aramid fibers and UHMWPE fibers were modified by growing zinc oxide nanorods on the aramid fiber surface and treating UHMWPE fibers with oxygen plasma and a silane coupling agent. The study investigated the effects of surface modification on the morphology, composition, and mechanical properties of the fibers and composites. The results showed that surface roughness, active surface functional groups, and wettability were crucial for improving interface adhesion, and the interlayer hybridization pattern had a significant impact on the mechanical behavior of the hybrid textile composites.
POLYMERS FOR ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Festus Ifeanyi Anagwu, Vijay Kumar Thakur, Alex A. Skordos
Summary: Polybenzoxazines are high-performance materials that can replace traditional thermosets in composites manufacturing due to their excellent thermomechanical and chemical behavior. Incorporating dynamic bonds in benzoxazine monomers can produce vitrimeric polybenzoxazines, which exhibit smart functionalities and can potentially overcome the limitations of traditional thermosets.
MACROMOLECULAR MATERIALS AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yuehong Zhang, Zhenqiang Wu, Lei Shi, Langlang Dai, Ruijing Liu, Lei Zhang, Bin Lyu, Shunhua Zhao, Vijay Kumar Thakur
Summary: A novel castor oil-based multifunctional polyol (CM) is synthesized through mild thiol-ene photo induced reactions using castor oil (CO) and 1-thioglycerol (MPD) as building blocks. The resulting CM is combined with CO to prepare castor oil-based water-borne polyurethane emulsion with desirable mechanical properties and water resistance.
MACROMOLECULAR MATERIALS AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Thomas R. Harrison, Vijai Kumar Gupta, Parvez Alam, Adam Willis Perriman, Fabrizio Scarpa, Vijay Kumar Thakur
Summary: The recognition of the harm caused by conventional and fossil-based materials, particularly single-use and non-biodegradable plastics, is increasing. Therefore, addressing climate change and plastic waste pollution requires a more responsible approach to sourcing raw materials and using less destructive end-of-life pathways. This review assesses recent studies on manure-based cellulose materials, examining their material characteristics and implications for sustainability.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ankur Sood, Atul Dev, Sabya Sachi Das, Hyeon Jin Kim, Anuj Kumar, Vijay Kumar Thakur, Sung Soo Han
Summary: Hydrogels have become a versatile platform for biomedical applications due to their ability to absorb biofluids. Natural polymers, such as alginate, are attractive options for hydrogel design because of their biocompatibility and biodegradability. This review focuses on curcumin encapsulated alginate hydrogel matrix for wound healing and cancer therapy, discussing the mechanistic effects of curcumin and different approaches to designing curcumin loaded alginate hydrogels.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Roohallah Saberi Riseh, Mozhgan Gholizadeh Vazvani, Mohadeseh Hassanisaadi, Vijay Kumar Thakur, John F. Kennedy
Summary: Climate changes, drought, the salinity of water and soil, the emergence of new breeds of pests and pathogens, the industrialization of countries, and environmental contamination are factors limiting agricultural production. Chemicals used for enhancing product resistance have limitations. Replacing synthetic agrochemicals with natural substances and microorganisms can help. Whey protein, a valuable by-product of the cheese industry, can be used as a coating layer to protect plant biocontrol bacteria. This review focuses on the efficiency of whey protein in increasing the shelf life of agricultural products against phytopathogens.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Nur Syuhadatul Husna Binti Husny Zaim, Huey Ling Tan, Siti Maslizah Abdul Rahman, Noor Fitrah Abu Bakar, Mohamed Syazwan Osman, Vijay Kumar Thakur, Norbert Radacsi
Summary: Seed coating plays a crucial role in agriculture technology by protecting and developing crops. Conventional methods have limitations such as excessive material usage and negative impacts on human health and the environment. The use of nanomaterials, particularly nanoparticles and nanofibers, offers significant benefits in improving seed properties and protection against pests and environmental factors. This review provides insights into the application of nanomaterials for seed coating and its potential benefits in agriculture.
JOURNAL OF PLANT GROWTH REGULATION
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Neha Raina, Radha Rani, Vijay Kumar Thakur, Madhu Gupta
Summary: Skin, as the largest organ, has advantages as a drug delivery route but the skin barrier function makes it difficult. Nanoparticulate carriers provide efficient drug delivery and overcome the disadvantages of traditional formulations. Nanoformulations with smaller particle sizes are ideal for achieving sustained release and preserving a localized effect.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Vijay Sagar Madamsetty, Maryam Vazifehdoost, Samira Hossaini Alhashemi, Hesam Davoudi, Ali Zarrabi, Ali Dehshahri, Hojjat Samareh Fekri, Reza Mohammadinejad, Vijay Kumar Thakur
Summary: Since its discovery in 1949, curcumin, a natural polyphenol found in turmeric, has shown diverse pharmacological activities. However, due to its poor solubility and bioavailability, curcumin has not been approved for human application as a drug. This review focuses on hydrogel-based delivery systems as a promising approach to enhance the bioavailability and solubility of curcumin, and discusses its potential applications in cancer treatment and wound healing.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Harjot Kaur, Nishu Devi, Samarjeet Singh Siwal, Walaa F. Alsanie, Manju Kumari Thakur, Vijay Kumar Thakur
Summary: In the past, the insufficient reduction of various pollutants during water and wastewater processing methods has been a concern in the water enterprise. MOFs (metal-organic frameworks) have shown potential in wastewater management. This review focuses on the synthesis process and properties of MOF materials, as well as their applications for wastewater treatment. Additionally, the performances of MOFs-based materials are compared with other commonly used materials, and the current challenges, future prospects, and outlook of this study are highlighted.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Prachi Vaid, Adesh K. Saini, Raju Kumar Gupta, Eshu Singhal Sinha, Deepak Sharma, Walaa F. Alsanie, Vijay Kumar Thakur, Reena V. Saini
Summary: In pursuit of an effective treatment for prostate cancer, silver (Sg-AgNP), copper oxide (Sg-CuONP), and silver-copper bimetallic nanoparticles (Sg-BNP) were fabricated using methanolic extract of Stephania glabra tubers (Sg-ME). These nanoparticles showed significant cytotoxicity towards prostate cancer cells and induced apoptosis by enhancing reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation and mitochondrial depolarization. Moreover, the 3D model system of prostate tumor spheroids exhibited shrinkage after treatment with these nanoparticles.
APPLIED BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Kirti Mishra, Nishu Devi, Samarjeet Singh Siwal, Vijay Kumar Thakur
Summary: The article discusses the role of electrode catalysts in fuel cells and the research progress on the use of metal/polymer-based nanomaterials with different morphologies and fabrication methods as anode catalysts. It also explores the application of noble and non-noble metal catalysts in fuel cell technology and the relationship between catalyst morphology, synthesis, and composition.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENT AND ENERGY
(2023)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Rashmi Bangarh, Chainika Khatana, Simranjeet Kaur, Anchita Sharma, Ankur Kaushal, Samarjeet Singh Siwal, Hardeep Singh Tuli, Kuldeep Dhama, Vijay Kumar Thakur, Reena Saini, Adesh K. Saini
Summary: Glycosylation-mediated post-translational modification plays a critical role in regulating fundamental processes and can be associated with diseases like cancer. Changes in glycosylation patterns can lead to heterogeneity in tumor cells and affect immune cells, resulting in pro-inflammatory or anti-inflammatory effects. Understanding glycosylation can be used for diagnosis, prognosis, and immunotherapy in cancer. Advanced technologies like lectin microarrays enable high-throughput research on aberrant glycosylation. This paper reviews the role of glycosylation and discusses emerging technologies and clinical applications.
BIOTECHNOLOGY ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Qinyu Li, Antoine Le Duigou, Vijay Kumar Thakur, Liwu Liu, Jinsong Leng, Fabrizio Scarpa
Summary: Current applications of mass diffusion in composite structures with natural fibres reinforcements focus on large thickness, balanced laminates, and long diffusion times. However, hygromorph composites are thin, possess slender shapes with unbalanced laminate designs, and have higher moisture diffusion speeds. This study proposes a new three-dimensional inverse identification diffusion method for hygromorph composites, which extracts diffusion parameters from each direction. The method is particularly suitable for slender hygromorph composites where in-plane moisture diffusion is significant, and can aid in understanding moisture diffusion and mechanical deformations in general hygromorph adaptive morphing structures made of natural fiber-reinforced unbalanced composites.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shruti Sharma, Shyam R. Asolekar, Vijay Kumar Thakur, P. Asokan
Summary: This study confirms the suitability of waste biomass-derived cellulosic fibers from Canna indica as a reinforcement in natural fiber polymeric composites. The extracted CI fibers possess favorable physicochemical, mechanical, structural, crystallographic, and thermal properties and are proposed as potential synthetic fiber alternatives. With high cellulose content (60 wt%) and low wax fraction (0.5 wt%), the CI fibers demonstrate advantageous properties for reinforcement. Furthermore, their thermal stability, average length, diameter, and density contribute to their potential application. The crystallographic and morphological attributes also support their suitability as reinforcement.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Shruti Sharma, Shyam R. Asolekar, Vijay Kumar Thakur, P. Asokan
Summary: This comprehensive review evaluates the sustainable utilization routes for waste biomass from constructed wetlands (CWs), with a focus on the development of natural fiber-reinforced polymeric composites (NFRPCs) using the waste biomass. The review discusses the different value-added products and explores their potential commercial implementation challenges. Furthermore, it highlights NFRPCs as a sustainable substitute for synthetic fiber-reinforced composites, contributing to a circular economy and a greener future.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
