Kenaf stems: Thermal characterization and conversion for biofuel and biochar production
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DOI: 10.1016/j.fuel.2019.116654
Abstract: Abstract Kenaf stems are characterized in this present investigation in order to assess their suitability in energy recovery through a pyrolysis process and to identify sustainable applications of the generated biochar. In particular, the raw… read more here.
Keywords: thermal characterization; pyrolysis; kenaf; kenaf stems ... See more keywords
Transcriptome analysis revealed key genes and pathways related to cadmium-stress tolerance in Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.)
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DOI: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2020.112970
Abstract: Abstract Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) is an important natural fiber crop with great potential for Cd-polluted soil phytoremediation. However, little is known about the molecular mechanism of Cd tolerance in kenaf. To reveal this potential… read more here.
Keywords: hibiscus cannabinus; tolerance; analysis; kenaf ... See more keywords
Preparation of Nanocellulose Directly from Kenaf Bast: The Change in Particle Size
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DOI: 10.15376/biores.13.3.5598-5607
Abstract: Producing nanocellulose from lignocellulosic plants is difficult but can be achieved with microwave-assisted treatment. However, the changes in dimensions during the process have not been investigated thoroughly. In this study, kenaf bast was used to… read more here.
Keywords: particle size; treatment; kenaf bast; kenaf ... See more keywords
Agricultural Practices for Growing Kenaf in Iowa: I. Morphology, Stem, and Fiber Yield
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DOI: 10.2134/agronj2018.07.0443
Abstract: Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) is a promising biorenewable resource for producing natural fibers but few studies have investigated the crop when grown in cooler climates, such as the American Midwest. The objectives of this study… read more here.
Keywords: kenaf; yield; agricultural practices; stem fiber ... See more keywords
Comparative Transcriptome and Proteome Analysis Provides New Insights Into the Mechanism of Protein Synthesis in Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) Leaves
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DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2022.879874
Abstract: Given the rising domestic demand and increasing global prices of corn and soybean, China is looking for alternatives for these imports to produce animal fodder. Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) has great potential as a new… read more here.
Keywords: kenaf; kenaf leaves; synthesis kenaf; protein synthesis ... See more keywords
Improved Hydrophobicity of Macroalgae Biopolymer Film Incorporated with Kenaf Derived CNF Using Silane Coupling Agent
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DOI: 10.3390/molecules26082254
Abstract: Hydrophilic behaviour of carrageenan macroalgae biopolymer, due to hydroxyl groups, has limited its applications, especially for packaging. In this study, macroalgae were reinforced with cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs) isolated from kenaf bast fibres. The macroalgae CNF… read more here.
Keywords: macroalgae; macroalgae biopolymer; cnf; kenaf ... See more keywords
Transcriptomic and Metabolic Profiling of Kenaf Stems under Salinity Stress
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DOI: 10.3390/plants11111448
Abstract: Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) is an indispensable fiber crop that faces increasing salinity stress. In previous studies regarding the molecular mechanisms of how kenaf may respond to salt stress, no metabolic evidences have been reported.… read more here.
Keywords: stress; kenaf; transcriptomic metabolic; kenaf stems ... See more keywords
Mechanical Strength, Thermal Conductivity and Electrical Breakdown of Kenaf Core Fiber/Lignin/Polypropylene Biocomposite
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DOI: 10.3390/polym12081833
Abstract: Mechanical strength, thermal conductivity and electrical breakdown of polypropylene/lignin/kenaf core fiber (PP/L/KCF) composite were studied. PP/L, PP/KCF and PP/L/KCF composites with different fiber and lignin loading was prepared using a compounding process. Pure PP was… read more here.
Keywords: thermal conductivity; kenaf; strength; kenaf core ... See more keywords
Tensile and Flexural Properties of Silica Nanoparticles Modified Unidirectional Kenaf and Hybrid Glass/Kenaf Epoxy Composites
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DOI: 10.3390/polym12112733
Abstract: This paper investigates the influence of silica nanoparticles on the mechanical properties of a unidirectional (UD) kenaf fiber reinforced polymer (KFRP) and hybrid woven glass/UD kenaf fiber reinforced polymer (GKFRP) composites. In this study, three… read more here.
Keywords: glass; fiber reinforced; reinforced polymer; kenaf ... See more keywords
The Effects of Self-Polymerized Polydopamine Coating on Mechanical Properties of Polylactic Acid (PLA)–Kenaf Fiber (KF) in Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)
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DOI: 10.3390/polym15112525
Abstract: This research examines the impact of self-polymerized polydopamine (PDA) coating on the mechanical properties and microstructural behavior of polylactic acid (PLA)/kenaf fiber (KF) composites in fused deposition modeling (FDM). A biodegradable FDM model of natural… read more here.
Keywords: kenaf fiber; kenaf; self polymerized; polydopamine ... See more keywords
Studies on physico-mechanical behaviour of kenaf/glass fiber reinforced epoxy hybrid composites
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DOI: 10.4314/bcse.v35i1.15
Abstract: In this study, various treated, untreated, and treated kenaf/glass fiber composites were fabricated using epoxy resin. A portion of kenaf fibers were subjected to treatment with alkali, sub-portion was taken for benzoyl peroxide and potassium… read more here.
Keywords: kenaf glass; glass fiber; kenaf; treatment ... See more keywords