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G. Mohamed Zakriya, C. Prakash, G. Ramakrishnan
Summary: Jute and HCP fiber-reinforced nonwoven composites were designed using the Box and Behnken model approach, with variations in the jute/HCP fiber proportion and needling density affecting the thermal and mechanical properties of the composites. The optimum composite structure was selected based on testing, and its application value in building environments was assessed.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2021)
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Mohammad Hasan Boroomand, Ali Asghar Alamdar Yazdi, Mohammad Saleh Ahmadi
Summary: This research investigates the influence of hybridization of jute with high tenacity polyester fibers on the mechanical properties of 3D composites. The results show that the percentage of polyester fibers, placement in the outer layers, and hybrid ratios play significant roles in enhancing tensile strength, flexural properties, and impact resistance of the composites.
FIBERS AND POLYMERS
(2022)
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Xueting Liu, Jingjing Jiang, Xiaoning Tang, Rui Han, Qiong Wang, Zhongmin Deng
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Materials Science, Textiles
Bhabatosh Biswas, Nil Ratan Bandyopadhyay, Nillohit Mukherjee, Arijit Sinha
Summary: Alkali treated jute fibre incorporated silanized ZrO2 based unsaturated polyester composites were synthesized using compression moulding technique with filler loadings of 5%, 15%, 25%, 35%, and 45%. Structural investigations showed that the composite with 35% filler loading exhibited the best properties among all samples. Mechanical characterization was conducted at the microstructural length scale, confirming the superior performance of the composite with 35% filler loading.
FIBERS AND POLYMERS
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Jovana Bojkovic, Miljan Marasevic, Nenad Stojic, Vesna Bulatovic, Branko Radicevic
Summary: Bio-based composites, including hemp shives, corncob, sawdust, are potential materials for insulation. This research examined the properties of new composite materials made of sawdust, corncobs, styrofoam granules, lime, and gypsum. The best composite material for thermal and sound insulation was found to be a 5 cm thick biocomposite composed of ground corncobs, styrofoam, lime, and gypsum.
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Polymer Science
Yanxin Li, Nana Ji, Huiqi Qu, Jingyi Lin, Dong Wang, Ruizhi Meng, Bin Li, Lei Wang, Shaoxiang Li
Summary: In this study, adjustable hollow hierarchical ZSM-5 nanofillers were synthesized and used in a sound insulation nanocomposite based on polyacrylate. The results showed that adding 0.5 wt% of hollow hierarchical ZSM-5 increased the sound transmission loss (STL) by 33.4%, with a maximum value of 40 dB. Furthermore, the addition of ZSM-5 improved the damping properties of the nanocomposites, with a 44% increase in storage modulus when loaded at 0.5 wt%, reaching as high as 4486.7 MPa. This strategy opens up a promising way for sound insulation in composites using controllable inorganic nanofillers.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2023)
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Engineering, Mechanical
Adem Alia, Gilbert Fantozzi, Nathalie Godin, Jerome Adrien, Hocine Osmani, Pascal Reynaud
Summary: This study investigates the fatigue behavior of jute fiber-reinforced polyester composites and provides a comprehensive analysis of the fatigue damage mechanisms using multiple methods. The results show that matrix cracking is predominant at low stress levels, while fiber breakage becomes significant at high stress levels.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FATIGUE
(2023)
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Materials Science, Composites
Yaru Cao, Yuchang Qing, Yang Li, Hanyi Nan, Ziyi Yan, Haoyang Yao, Jiahao Wen, Chunhai Wang, Fa Luo
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COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
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Materials Science, Textiles
Shahood Uz Zaman, Salma Shahid, Khubab Shaker, Yasir Nawab, Sheraz Ahmad, Muhammad Umair, Zubair Khaliq, Farooq Azam
Summary: This study focused on the chemical resistance, fire retardancy, and mechanical properties of jute fiber-reinforced composites, and found that fiber treatments, chemical resistant resin, and ZnO nanoparticles significantly affected these properties. Different solutions caused varying degrees of damage to the samples, while ZnO treatment effectively reduced weight loss and increased tensile strength.
JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE
(2022)
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Agricultural Engineering
Zhi Jin, Jinyi Li, Qiangqiang Wang, Wenbo Su, Xinfang Duan, Zhaoqun Tang
Summary: The study found that the multifunctional panels made from jute fibers blended with polyester fibers have excellent thermal insulation, sound absorption, and humidity control properties. The thermal insulation performance of the panels is comparable to commercial thermal insulators, with sound absorption reaching commercial levels and good potential in humidity control.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
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Polymer Science
Xuejun Shi, Guangling Shi, Songtian Li, Xiangxiang Du, Yongjun Han
Summary: In this study, composites with excellent sound insulation properties were designed and prepared to block the transmission path of noise. The experimental results showed that the composites significantly increased the sound transmission loss value at a certain thickness, effectively providing soundproofing.
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Materials Science, Textiles
Jamila B. Ali, Abubakar B. Musa, Abdullahi Danladi, Muhammad M. Bukhari, Bemgba B. Nyakuma
Summary: In this research, composites of maize cob/unsaturated polyester resin and composites of jute fiber/unsaturated polyester resin were prepared using the hand lay-up technique. The mechanical and physical properties of the composites were characterized, revealing that higher filler loading decreases strength and density while increasing water absorption. The maize cob/unsaturated polyester resin composite exhibited better performance due to the excellent dispersion of maize cob particles. This study demonstrates that valorization of maize cob and jute fibers into composites is a sustainable approach to waste disposal and management.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
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Polymer Science
Ruda Aranha, Mario A. Albuquerque Filho, Cicero de Lima Santos, Viviane M. Fonseca, Jose L. V. Rivera, Antonio G. B. de Lima, Wanderley F. de Amorim Jr, Laura H. Carvalho
Summary: The aim of this study is to analyze the water sorption in hybrid polyester/glass fabric/jute fabric composites and investigate the influencing factors. The results suggest that fiber arrangement does not significantly affect water sorption, while higher temperatures and fiber types lead to changes in water sorption performance.
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S. Senthilrajan, N. Venkateshwaran, K. Naresh, R. Velmurugan, N. K. Gupta
Summary: Natural fiber reinforced polymer composites are widely used in aerospace and automotive applications due to their low density, cost effectiveness, biodegradability, and high strength and modulus. This study investigated the influence of fiber parameters on the flexural and dynamic mechanical properties of jute/polyester composites. The results showed that the composite sample with a fiber length of 5 mm and a weight percentage of 25% exhibited the highest flexural strength and modulus. Additionally, the sample with a fiber length of 15 mm demonstrated good fiber-matrix adhesion, as indicated by its average storage modulus and loss factor.
THIN-WALLED STRUCTURES
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P. RaviKumar, G. Rajeshkumar, Jeganathan Prakash Maran, Naif Abdullah Al-Dhabi, Ponmurugan Karuppiah
Summary: The study evaluated the influence of hybridizing jute and carbon fibers on the mechanical properties and water absorption behavior of polyester composites. The results showed that the hybrid composites had enhanced mechanical properties, reduced moisture absorption rate, and good interfacial bonding with polyester, as confirmed by morphological investigation using scanning electron microscopy.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
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G. Mohamed Zakriya, G. Ramakrishnan, T. Palani Rajan, D. Abinaya
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(2018)
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(2019)
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G. Mohamed Zakriya, G. Ramakrishnan
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(2018)
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Materials Science, Textiles
G. Ramakrishnan, C. Prakash, G. Janani
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLOTHING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2018)
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B. Mothilal, C. Prakash, G. Ramakrishnan
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2019)
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Materials Science, Textiles
Palani T. Rajan, C. Prakash, G. Ramakrishnan
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLOTHING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2019)
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Materials Science, Textiles
G. Mohamed Zakriya, C. Prakash, G. Ramakrishnan
Summary: Jute and HCP fiber-reinforced nonwoven composites were designed using the Box and Behnken model approach, with variations in the jute/HCP fiber proportion and needling density affecting the thermal and mechanical properties of the composites. The optimum composite structure was selected based on testing, and its application value in building environments was assessed.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2021)
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Materials Science, Textiles
B. Mothilal, S. Kubera Sampath Kumar, C. Prakash, G. Ramakrishnan, S. Sivamani
Summary: The study found that fabric finished with lower concentration of Musa acuminata SAP and shorter processing time at lower temperature showed better air permeability, water vapor permeability, and thermal conductivity. On the other hand, fabric finished with higher concentration of Musa acuminata SAP and longer processing time at higher temperature exhibited better thermal resistance.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
