Natural Fiber Composites: A Review

Westman, Matthew P. ; Fifield, Leonard S. ; Simmons, Kevin L. ; Laddha, Sachin ; Kafentzis, Tyler A.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (U.S.)

关键词: Fibers;    Absorption;    36 Materials Science;    Glass;    Water;   

DOI  :  10.2172/989448
RP-ID  :  PNNL-19220
RP-ID  :  AC05-76RL01830
RP-ID  :  989448

美国|英语

来源: UNT Digital Library

【 摘 要 】

The need for renewable fiber reinforced composites has never been as prevalent as it currently is. Natural fibers offer both cost savings and a reduction in density when compared to glass fibers. Though the strength of natural fibers is not as great as glass, the specific properties are comparable. Currently natural fiber composites have two issues that need to be addressed: resin compatibility and water absorption. The following preliminary research has investigated the use of Kenaf, Hibiscus cannabinus, as a possible glass replacement in fiber reinforced composites.