Evaluation of hybrid-short-coir-fibre-reinforced composites via full factorial design
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DOI: 10.1016/j.compstruct.2018.01.088
Abstract: Abstract A full factorial design (2 2 3 1 ) has been used to investigate the effect of the use of sodium hydroxide fibre treatment, Portland cement and uniaxial pressure on the physical and mechanical… read more here.
Keywords: hybrid short; fibre; factorial design; full factorial ... See more keywords
Eco-friendly sodium bicarbonate treatment and its effect on epoxy and polyester coir fibre composites
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2019.03.284
Abstract: Abstract This work evaluates a new eco-friendly surface treatment method for coir fibres based on sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3). The fibres are treated with 10 wt% NaHCO3 solution for different periods of time (24, 96 and 168 h).… read more here.
Keywords: coir fibre; treatment; eco friendly; fibre composites ... See more keywords
Optimal route to robust hybridization of banana-coir fibre particulate in polymer matrix for automotive applications
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DOI: 10.1016/j.mtla.2021.101098
Abstract: Abstract The study investigated optimal route to robust hybridization of banana-coir fibre particulate in polymer matrix for application in automotive component design and production. Test samples for initial material characterization were produced by classical hand… read more here.
Keywords: banana coir; fibre particulate; coir fibre; optimal route ... See more keywords
Characterisation of coir fibre hybrid composites reinforced with clay particles and glass spheres
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DOI: 10.1177/0021998317712568
Abstract: Hybrid composite materials were fabricated using an optimum coir fibre with functionalised clay and glass spheres using a vacuum-assisted resin transfer moulding. The coir fibres were treated with 10% sodium hydroxide (NaOH) to improve their… read more here.
Keywords: glass spheres; coir fibre; clay;
Preparation and Performance Evaluation of PLA/Coir Fibre Biocomposites
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DOI: 10.15376/biores.12.4.7349-7362
Abstract: Alkali-treated coir fibers were modified by silane coupling agent in a microwave oven. The use of microwave-assisted chemical treatments efficiently promoted the esterification reaction to improve the interfacial adhesion between the coir fibers and PLA… read more here.
Keywords: pla coir; coir; fiber; coir fibre ... See more keywords
Improvement of Marine Clay Soil Using Lime and Alkaline Activation Stabilized with Inclusion of Treated Coir Fibre
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DOI: 10.3390/app10062129
Abstract: Waste products have recently been used as one of the techniques in soil stabilization. The material is not just environmentally friendly, but also cheap. In this study, two different types of soil stabilizer—lime and alkaline… read more here.
Keywords: lime alkaline; inclusion; inclusion treated; treated coir ... See more keywords