Abstract:There have been numerous endeavors to replace synthetic fibers with natural fibers in fiber-reinforced composites, due to increasing environmental alertness and diminution of oil assets. The information that natural fibers are existing inexpensively and in plenty, being biodegradable and low density, have driven many scientists throughout the world to reconnoiter their application potential in several industrial segments. Nevertheless, natural fibers also require some confines such as high moisture absorption … Show more
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