Polymer matrix-natural fiber composites: An overview

The study of polymer matrix composites had become an important topic for academic and industrial research. The current thrust for materials which are environmental friendly and biodegradable made researchers to focus on alternate options to synthetic materials. One major area of research in this dir...

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Published in:	Cogent engineering Vol. 5; no. 1; p. 1446667
Main Authors:	Yashas Gowda, T.G., Sanjay, M.R., Subrahmanya Bhat, K., Madhu, P., Senthamaraikannan, P., Yogesha, B.
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Abingdon Cogent 01-01-2018 Taylor & Francis Ltd Taylor & Francis Group
Subjects:	Biodegradability Composite materials composites Fiber reinforced plastics Fibers Industrial research Materials selection Mechanical properties natural fibers Polymer matrix composites Polymers themoplastics thermosets
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Summary:	The study of polymer matrix composites had become an important topic for academic and industrial research. The current thrust for materials which are environmental friendly and biodegradable made researchers to focus on alternate options to synthetic materials. One major area of research in this direction is in the area composites of polymers with natural fibers. These composites exhibit moderate to good mechanical properties. This overview briefs about the use of polymers for different natural fiber composites. This review is expected to provide a general overview for the materials selection for the design of composite materials with improved properties.
ISSN:	2331-1916 2331-1916
DOI:	10.1080/23311916.2018.1446667