Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Su Kyoung Lee, Eun Young Park, Tae Sung Park, Seung Kook An
Summary: This study focuses on the impact of hybrid ratio on the mechanical properties of PP/glass fiber/kenaf/bamboo fiber-reinforced composite, indicating that an appropriate amount of mixed kenaf/bamboo fibers can enhance the mechanical properties of the composite material.
FIBERS AND POLYMERS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Hrishikesh Dutta, P. Gurusamy, Sudipta Halder
Summary: This research presents the thermal and mechanical characterization of epoxy composites reinforced with modified bamboo fibers using different fillers. Surface coated bamboo fibers showed a decrease in water absorption. The composites filled with milled bamboo fillers exhibited enhanced glass transition behavior and improved mechanical properties compared to composites filled with bamboo fibers. The tensile strength of composites reinforced with 5 wt% of milled bamboo fillers increased by 93.01% compared to neat epoxy.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Shinji Ochi
Summary: This paper investigates the mechanical properties of bamboo fiber bundle-reinforced bamboo powder composite materials. The water content of the bamboo powder and the molding temperature were studied to determine their effects on the strength characteristics. The results show that a molding temperature of 180 degrees C is the most suitable for fiber bundle reinforcement, with the highest tensile and flexural strengths achieved at a fiber bundle content of 70%.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF WOOD AND WOOD PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Shilpa S. Bhambure, Addanki S. Rao, Thambiannan Senthilkumar
Summary: Natural fiber reinforced hybrid polymer composites have better mechanical properties compared to synthetic fiber composites, and kenaf fiber has shown great potential for technical applications. In this study, the mechanical properties of kenaf and kapok fiber reinforced hybrid polyester composites were investigated. The composite specimens were prepared using a simple hand lay-up technique and tested according to ASTM standards. The results showed that the composite with equal contribution of kenaf and kapok fiber reinforcement exhibited high tensile and impact strength. However, an increase in kapok fiber content led to a decrease in bending strength and bending modulus of the composites. SEM analysis was conducted to examine the fractured surfaces of the specimens.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
N. Jiyas, Indu Sasidharan, K. Bindu Kumar, B. Gopakumar, Mathew Dan, B. Sabulal
Summary: The study showed that Pseudoxytenanthera bamboo species possess superior chemical and mechanical characteristics, making them suitable for engineering applications.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
M. Jawaid, Siew Sand Chee, M. Asim, N. Saba, S. Kalia
Summary: The environmental benefits, renewability, and low cost of natural fiber-based hybrid composites have attracted significant interest. However, the hydrophilic behavior and high moisture absorption of natural fibers lead to poor bonding and reduced performance of the composites. This can be addressed by hybridizing natural fibers with inorganic fillers, such as nanoclay. Nanoclay improves the mechanical and thermal properties of the composites and reduces the impact of moisture. This review focuses on the use of kenaf and bamboo fibers, as well as the effect of different nanoclay on the properties of natural fiber-based hybrid composites.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Ben Mlik Yosr, Jaouadi Mounir, Khoffi Foued, Msahli Slah, Bernard Durand
Summary: This study demonstrates that using kenaf fibers can significantly improve the mechanical properties of composites, especially in terms of reinforcement structure and fiber weight ratio. The nonwoven structure made by untreated fibers shows the best performance in terms of tensile properties. Furthermore, statistical analysis reveals that the reinforcement weight ratio is the key factor influencing the tensile properties.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
F. S. M. Radzi, M. J. Suriani, A. Abu Bakar, A. Khalina, C. M. Ruzaidi, W. B. Wan Nik, M. Awang, F. Zulkifli, S. Abdullah, R. A. Ilyas, Sayed M. Eldin
Summary: In the era of globalization, the decrease in synthetic resources has led global communities to explore natural fibres as alternative materials for green technology development. This study focuses on the growth of lignocellulose fibre-reinforced composites, which are abundant, sustainable, biodegradable, and low-cost. By reinforcing polyester resin with natural fibres such as sugar palm, kenaf, and bamboo, the mechanical properties and water absorption properties of the hybrid composites were investigated. The results showed that the composite with 45 wt% kenaf fibre had better tensile properties, and the composite with 60 wt% sugar palm fibre performed better in the Charpy impact strength test. The study concluded that sugar palm fibres demonstrated the best water resistance.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Izdihar Tharazi, Farah Atiqah Abdul Azam, Norhamidi Muhamad, David Hui, Abu Bakar Sulong, Milan Gaff
Summary: This study investigates the effect of fiber orientation on the durability of PLA reinforced with UD kenaf fibers at elevated temperatures. The results show that UD PLA-kenaf composites with a 0 degrees fiber orientation exhibit excellent anti-shock and temperature-resistant properties, and can retain their strength up to 120 degrees C. The improved performance of the UD PLA-kenaf fiber composite may have the potential to replace conventional synthetic fibers in structural automotive applications.
REVIEWS ON ADVANCED MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Jianfu Chen, Xiaochi Su, Meixia Zheng, Junyan Lin, Kok Bing Tan
Summary: This study aims to improve the mechanical and antibacterial properties of chitosan/hydroxypropyl methylcellulose/polyvinyl alcohol blend film (CHP) with the use of bamboo fiber modified with coupling agent. The results showed that the film containing 1 ml of coupling agent had the best overall performance, with decreased water solubility and water vapor permeability, and increased tensile strength and elongation at break.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Dandan Xu, Sheng He, Weiqi Leng, Yuhe Chen, Zaixing Wu
Summary: Bamboo-fiber-reinforced polymer composites have attracted attention due to their greenness, low cost, and excellent physical properties. They are expected to replace petroleum-based plastics in various fields.
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Seyed Ehsan Samaei, Hasan Asilian Mahabadi, Seyyed Mohammad Mousavi, Ali Khavanin, Mohammad Faridan, Ebrahim Taban
Summary: This study investigates the impact of chemical treatment on Kenaf fibers and the properties of hybrid composites made from these fibers. The results show that treated fibers have improved surface appearance, leading to superior sound absorption and tensile strength in the composites. The predictive models used in this study also provide accurate estimations of the sound absorption coefficients.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL TEXTILES
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Nur Marini Zainal Abidin, Mohamed Thariq Hameed Sultan, Ain Umaira Md Shah, Farah Syazwani Shahar, Muhammad Imran Najeeb, Mohd Radzi Ali, Adi Azriff Basri, Satish Shenoy Baloor, Milan Gaff, David Hui
Summary: This study aims to investigate the use of hybrid composite materials with honeycomb structure in aircraft structures. By replacing synthetic fiber with natural fiber and using a honeycomb core, the mechanical strength of the composites was analyzed. The results showed promising properties for the newly developed GKHKG composite, making it suitable for semi-structural and structural light-weight applications.
REVIEWS ON ADVANCED MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Jiayi Wang, Lifeng Chen, Wei Shen, Lvtao Zhu
Summary: As the tensile strength increases, the response speed of midpoint deformation increases, the thread deformation mode changes from overall deformation to partial deformation, and the localized effect increases, accompanied by severe matrix and fiber fracture failure; the thread energy dissipation ratio ascends with increasing pull-off strength and exhibits three distinct stages, i.e., elastic deformation, central fracture, and complete failure, which are directly related to the structural failure mode.
Article
Polymer Science
M. J. Suriani, Hasliana Asyikin Zainudin, R. A. Ilyas, Michal Petru, S. M. Sapuan, C. M. Ruzaidi, Rohani Mustapha
Summary: The study explores the potential of kenaf fiber in composite materials, showing that different ratios of kenaf content can impact the burning rate and tensile strength of the materials. The composite with 35% kenaf displayed better flame retardancy properties compared to other samples.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Farah Hanan, Tabrej Khan, Mohammad Jawaid, Mohamed Thariq Hameed Sultan, Tamer Sebaey, Balbir Singh, Siti Noorbaini Sarmin
Summary: Natural fiber-based materials are widely used as substitutes for synthetic fibers in the composite sector. Experimental study showed that pure kenaf composite has the best complex modulus and thermal stability, making kenaf fibers suitable for aerospace, automotive, and civil engineering applications requiring high dimensional stability and excellent mechanical properties.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Lobna A. Elseify, Mohamad Midani, Ayman A. El-Badawy, Said Awad, Mohammad Jawaid
Summary: This study compares date palm fibers with other leaf fibers and finds that date palm fibers have finer diameter, higher cellulose purity, enhanced thermal stability, and high tensile strength. This research helps to identify the potential valorization of date palm fibers.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Aatikah Meraj, Surendra Pratap Singh, M. Jawaid, Mohamed Mahmoud Nasef, Taghrid S. Alomar, Najla AlMasoud
Summary: Agricultural residues have gained attention as a widely available waste source for creating value-added products. Lignin, a natural biopolymer, holds potential for developing eco-friendly and low-cost products. This review article discusses the use of natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) as a sustainable method for extracting and isolating lignin, and also covers pre-treatment methods, advantages and disadvantages, synthesis of NADES, processing of lignin, applications, challenges, and future perspectives. The conclusion highlights the effectiveness of NADES in the purification and isolation of lignin from agro wastes, enhancing the economic value of lignocellulosic biomass.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Muhamad Hasfanizaam Mat Yazik, Mohamed Thariq Hameed Sultan, Mohammad Jawaid, Norkhairunnisa Mazlan, Abd Rahim Abu Talib, Ain Umaira Md Shah, Syafiqah Nur Azrie Safri
Summary: This study investigates the shape memory properties of a shape memory epoxy polymer (SMEP) nanocomposite incorporated with a hybrid of multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT) and montmorillonite nanoclay (MMT). The nanocomposites were characterized through cyclic thermomechanical tests and fold-deploy tests. The inclusion of the hybrid nanofiller resulted in a decrease in shape recovery, except for the SMEP nanocomposite. The recovery through thermal and electrically activated methods showed similar profiles, with electrically activated recovery reacting faster. The effect of nanofiller inclusion was more prominent in the thermal activation method. The hybrid filler SMEP nanocomposite with 3 wt.% MMT and 1.0 wt.% MWCNT exhibited better shape memory properties. These findings provide guidance for selecting nanofiller loadings based on performance for specific applications in industries such as aerospace, medical, and automotive.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
K. Senthilkumar, M. Chandrasekar, Mohammad Jawaid, Mohamed H. Mahmoud, Hassan Fouad, Carlo Santulli, Sheikh Ahmad Zaki
Summary: The effect of different proportions of pineapple leaf fiber on composites reinforced with olive trunk leaves powder was evaluated. The study measured the tensile properties, moisture absorption, and thermal stability. The results showed that increasing the proportion of pineapple leaf fiber improved the tensile strength, but the hybrid composites were inferior to the parent composites in terms of tensile strength and Young's modulus.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Othman Y. Alothman, Sameer Awad, Ramengmawii Siakeng, Eman M. Khalaf, Hassan Fouad, Nasser Abd M. El-salam, Faraz Ahmed, M. Jawaid
Summary: In this study, PLA/NF biocomposites were prepared by melt extrusion method using locally grown natural fibers as fillers. PEG was added as a plasticizer to improve the processability of the PLA. Mechanical and thermal characterization were conducted to assess the processing effects of PLA/NF biocomposites. The results showed that the mechanical properties of PLA/NF biocomposites were improved compared to PLA. The DMA and TMA analysis revealed slight reduction in storage modulus and loss modulus, while the T-g values from DSC analysis remained unchanged. TMA analysis also showed a significant decrease in coefficient of thermal expansion values for PLA/NF biocomposites. Overall, PLA/NF biocomposites have the potential for novel biocomposite applications, especially in biomedical field, due to their good stiffness, tensile strength, and dimensional stability.
POLYMER ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ahmad Safwan Ismail, Mohammad Jawaid, Norul Hisham Hamid, Ridwan Yahaya, Azman Hassan, Siti Noorbaini Sarmin
Summary: Research on incorporating bio-phenolic into epoxy resin shows improved physical characteristics, dynamic mechanical properties, thermal stability, and differential scanning calorimeter. The addition of bio-phenolic lowers the density, reduces void content, decreases water absorption, and enhances storage modulus and loss modulus of the polymer. The FTIR spectra indicate a reaction between bio-phenolic and epoxy.
MATERIALS TODAY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Mechanical
B. Bilvatej, J. Naveen, N. Karthikeyan, M. N. F. Norrrahim, Victor Feizal Knight, M. Jawaid, M. T. H. Sultan, Mallikarjuna Reddy Dagalahal, M. Chandrasekar, Tamil Moli Loganathan
Summary: The use of asbestos in brake pads is being eliminated due to its carcinogenic effect. The development of brake pads based on natural fibers/fillers as alternatives have shown excellent performance compared to asbestos. This research investigates different brake pad compositions and manufacturing techniques, analyzing the impact of common binders on mechanical, tribological, and thermal performance. The study also delves into the performance of metal matrix-based brake pads.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART J-JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING TRIBOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Navaneetha Krishna Chandran, Mohammed Thariq Hameed Sultan, Andrzej Lukaszewicz, Farah Syazwani Shahar, Andriy Holovatyy, Wojciech Giernacki
Summary: The usage of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) is rapidly increasing worldwide due to their efficiency and reduced workload in various industries. However, to ensure the safe operation of UAVs, proper anti-collision systems are essential. This article provides a comprehensive overview of anti-collision technologies for UAVs, including obstacle detection, collision prediction, and collision avoidance methods.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jan Lean Tai, Rafal Grzejda, Mohamed Thariq Hameed Sultan, Andrzej Lukaszewicz, Farah Syazwani Shahar, Wojciech Tarasiuk, Arkadiusz Rychlik
Summary: Petrochemical plants often use on-stream inspection to monitor corrosion in equipment and piping systems. Phased array corrosion mapping is a more effective method compared to other techniques in detecting both general and localized corrosion. The objective of this paper is to gather evidence for the accuracy of corrosion detection on A36 low-carbon steel within a temperature range of 30°C to 250°C using simulation experiments. Although the experiments addressed initial concerns, further studies should expand the investigation to include thicker carbon steel, stainless steel, and other materials.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jan Lean Tai, Mohamed Thariq Hameed Sultan, Andrzej Lukaszewicz, Farah Syazwani Shahar, Wojciech Tarasiuk, Jerzy Napiorkowski
Summary: This study aims to determine the ultrasonic velocity and attenuation with known material grade, thickness, and temperatures by comparing theoretical calculation and experimentation. The experimental data of velocity and decibel change from the temperature range provide a reference for future corrosion status determination.
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Alhassan Yakubu Abare, Mohammad Jawaid, Norul Hisham Hamid, Balkis Fatomer A. Bakar, Ahmad Safwan Ismail, Siti Noorbaini Sarmin, Hassan Fouad, Mohamad Midani
Summary: This study investigated the physical, mechanical, morphological, and thermal properties of woven kenaf fibre reinforced bio-epoxy composites. The results showed that increasing fibre loading percentage led to higher density, water absorption, tensile strength, modulus, and impact strength. The optimal properties were achieved with 40% fibre loading in the kenaf/bio-epoxy composites.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL TEXTILES
(2023)
