Natural fiber biocomposites via 4D printing technologies: a review of possibilities for agricultural bio-mulching and related sustainable applications

Kishore, S. Ram; Sridharan, A. P.; Chadha, Utkarsh; Narayanan, Deva; Mishra, Mayank; Selvaraj, Senthil Kumaran; Patterson, Albert E.

doi:10.1007/s40964-023-00433-8

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“…[42,93,116,117] By incorporating reinforcing fibers into the printing material, the resulting printed artifacts exhibit increased strength and durability. [118] These additives serve a dual purpose; they not only reinforce and strengthen the SMPs but also act as an active medium that facilitates the shape-morphing ability. [119] Most polymer-based composites are made up of between 60% and 70% of polymers as the matrix and between 30% and 40% of reinforcement material.…”

Section: Composite-based Productsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Human–Material Interaction Enabled by Fused Filament Fabrication 4D Printing

Lalegani Dezaki,

Zolfagharian,

Demoly

et al. 2024

Adv Eng Mater

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This review delves into four‐dimensional printing (4DP) through fused filament fabrication (FFF) and its implications for human‐material interaction (HMI). FFF 4DP’s emergence in HMI represents a nascent and evolving concept worthy of deeper exploration. The article introduces FFF 4DP’s fundamental principles, methodologies, materials, and associated benefits and challenges. Its primary focus is the intersection between FFF 4DP and HMI, investigating the potential of employing FFF 4D printed objects as interactive interfaces. Various HMI scenarios are examined, including applications in soft actuators, smart toys, household devices, smart consumer products, 4D textiles, and customizable wood‐based items. Moreover, the article discusses the current state‐of‐art and development in the field, highlighting notable projects that integrate FFF 4DP into HMI to advance environmental sustainability. It also identifies key challenges/limitations requiring attention for the widespread adoption of 4DP in HMI applications. This work offers an in‐depth analysis of FFF 4DP within the HMI context, underscoring its potential to transform human interactions with machines and smart devices. It introduces innovative features for dynamic and adaptable interfaces, promising to revolutionize user experiences. The article serves as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and designers interested in exploring the exciting possibilities of FFF 4DP in the realm of HMI.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

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Section: Composite-based Productsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Human–Material Interaction Enabled by Fused Filament Fabrication 4D Printing

Lalegani Dezaki,

Zolfagharian,

Demoly

et al. 2024

Adv Eng Mater

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“…The green hue of natural leaves primarily arises from the interplay between chlorophyll's light absorption in vivo and the light's internal reflection at the membrane interface [61]. While modern colorants can mimic the chromaticity values of leaves to replicate their appearance under specific lighting conditions, replicating the exact reflectance spectrum of green leaves poses a significant challenge [61]. This difficulty stems from the unique coloration mechanism of leaves, which often leads to artificial greens being distinguishable from their natural counterparts under varied lighting conditions or hyperspectral imaging [59].…”

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confidence: 99%

From Nature to Technology: Exploring the Potential of Plant-Based Materials and Modified Plants in Biomimetics, Bionics, and Green Innovations

Barbinta-Patrascu,

Bita,

Negut

2024

Biomimetics

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This review explores the extensive applications of plants in areas of biomimetics and bioinspiration, highlighting their role in developing sustainable solutions across various fields such as medicine, materials science, and environmental technology. Plants not only serve essential ecological functions but also provide a rich source of inspiration for innovations in green nanotechnology, biomedicine, and architecture. In the past decade, the focus has shifted towards utilizing plant-based and vegetal waste materials in creating eco-friendly and cost-effective materials with remarkable properties. These materials are employed in making advancements in drug delivery, environmental remediation, and the production of renewable energy. Specifically, the review discusses the use of (nano)bionic plants capable of detecting explosives and environmental contaminants, underscoring their potential in improving quality of life and even in lifesaving applications. The work also refers to the architectural inspirations drawn from the plant world to develop novel design concepts that are both functional and aesthetic. It elaborates on how engineered plants and vegetal waste have been transformed into value-added materials through innovative applications, especially highlighting their roles in wastewater treatment and as electronic components. Moreover, the integration of plants in the synthesis of biocompatible materials for medical applications such as tissue engineering scaffolds and artificial muscles demonstrates their versatility and capacity to replace more traditional synthetic materials, aligning with global sustainability goals. This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the current and potential uses of living plants in technological advancements, advocating for a deeper exploration of vegetal materials to address pressing environmental and technological challenges.

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“…Several recent publications issued on different applications of natural fibers, such as important sources for producing polymers (e.g., [1][2][3]). These applications may include the following fields, such as biomedicine [2], 4D printing technology [4], aerospace [5], filtration of water/wastewater [6], textiles [7], additive manufacturing applications [8], the automotive industry [9,10], the construction industry [11], thermal structure engineering [12], food packaging [13], harvesting and the storage of energy [14]. The water-energy-food (WEF) nexus has a strong relationship with nanofibers, which can support their components through mainly the following activities: food packaging [15], energy processing [16], and water handling [17].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

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Biotechnology of Nanofiber in Water, Energy, and Food Sectors

Prokisch,

Sári,

Muthu

et al. 2023

Agronomy

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Natural resources including water, energy, and food have an increase in demand due to the global population increases. The sustainable management of these resources is an urgent global issue. These resources combined in a very vital nexus are called the water–energy–food (WEF) nexus. The field of nanotechnology offers promising solutions to overcome several problems in the WEF nexus. This review is the first report that focuses on the suggested applications of nanofibers in the WEF sectors. An economic value of nanofibers in WEF sectors was confirmed, which was mainly successfully applied for producing clean water, sustainable energy, and safe food. Biotechnological solutions of nanofibers include various activities in water, energy, and food industries. These activities may include the production of fresh water and wastewater treatment, producing, converting, and storing energy, and different activities in the food sector. Furthermore, microbial applications of nanofibers in the biomedicine sector, and the most important biotechnological approaches, mainly plant tissue culture, are the specific focus of the current study. Applying nanofibers in the field of plant tissue culture is a promising approach because these nanofibers can prevent any microbial contamination under in vitro conditions, but the loss of media by evaporation is the main challenge in this application. The main challenges of nanofiber production and application depend on the type of nanofibers and their application. Different sectors are related to almost all activities in our life; however, enormous open questions still need to be answered, especially the green approach that can be used to solve the accumulative problems in those sectors. The need for research on integrated systems is also urgent in the nexus of WEF under the umbrella of environmental sustainability, global climate change, and the concept of one’s health.

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Natural fiber biocomposites via 4D printing technologies: a review of possibilities for agricultural bio-mulching and related sustainable applications

Cited by 7 publications

References 171 publications

Human–Material Interaction Enabled by Fused Filament Fabrication 4D Printing

Human–Material Interaction Enabled by Fused Filament Fabrication 4D Printing

From Nature to Technology: Exploring the Potential of Plant-Based Materials and Modified Plants in Biomimetics, Bionics, and Green Innovations

Biotechnology of Nanofiber in Water, Energy, and Food Sectors

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