Thermal Analysis and Activation Energies of Natural Fibers as a Sustainable Reinforcement Material for Green Composites: A Comprehensive Review

Jaiswal, Deeksha; Devnani, G. L.; Rajeshkumar, G.; Sanjay, M. R.; Siengchin, Suchart

doi:10.2139/ssrn.3977502

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“…The significant peaks observed around 80–95 ppm suggests the presence of C2, C3, and C5 carbon rings of cellulose in the fiber. [ 59,60 ] The existence of anomeric carbon in fiber was established by the vibrational peak seen around 125 ppm (C1). [ 61 ] Conversely, the inclusion of lignin is identified by the peak observed at 205 ppm, which displays the frequency of aromatic carbons in lignin.…”

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Suitability characterization of novel cellulosic plant fiber from Ficus benjamina L. aerial root for a potential polymeric composite reinforcement

Mohan¹,

Devasahayam²,

Suyambulingam

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Polymer Composites

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The demand of plant fibers is increasing day by day due to the worldwide acceptance of natural plant fibers for various applications in a variety of sectors. However, the identification of suitable plant fibers with superior properties is the need of the hour in the context of developing more eco-friendly, renewable, cost-effective, and fiber-based materials. This study was designed with the intention of identifying suitability of Ficus benjamina L. aerial root fiber (FBRF) as a potential reinforcement for composite structures. The fundamental physicochemical, mechanical, thermal, and morphological features were investigated to explore the potentiality of FBRF. This study was advantageous in finding the occurrence of fiber in aerial root, fiber position, and characteristics of fibrous cells. The density analysis proved that the fiber possessed a relatively low density (1175 ± 22.14 kg/m 3 ), which shows its lightweight applicability. High cellulose content (64.48%) and crystallinity index (55.17%) observed for tested fibers in turn enhanced the thermal and mechanical behavior of the fiber. The tensile strength of 292.66 ± 12.32 MPa and thermal stability of 330 C were worthy for considering it for high-temperature processing and applications. The investigation of surface properties revealed that FBRF partake good surface roughness, which offers good fiber-matrix interfacial bonding. Hence, this study endorses further use of FBRF as a good reinforcement for composite manufacturing.

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Suitability characterization of novel cellulosic plant fiber from Ficus benjamina L. aerial root for a potential polymeric composite reinforcement

Mohan¹,

Devasahayam²,

Suyambulingam

et al. 2022

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“…Biocomposites are gaining popularity in composite materials, and their use is developing due to their fully/partially biodegradable qualities. [ 49–62 ]…”

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Aging effects on free vibration and damping characteristics of polymer‐based biocomposites: A review

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Biocomposites with inherent advantages such as biodegradable, recyclable, readily available, lower cost, and lower carbon footprint conveniently replace synthetic plastics. Despite being environmentally friendly, biocomposites should be functionally stable and structural in a rigorous environment. Thus, a study of biopolymer composites with exposure to various aging conditions, especially of humidity environment, which is of necessary concern, is considered here in this review. The aging experiments are often conducted at an accelerated rate at a specific time in respective environments to reduce the experimental time called accelerated aging. The vibration behavior of the biocomposites was conducted to determine the damping behavior of the composites is described in detail.

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Thermal Analysis and Activation Energies of Natural Fibers as a Sustainable Reinforcement Material for Green Composites: A Comprehensive Review

Cited by 2 publications

References 31 publications

Suitability characterization of novel cellulosic plant fiber from Ficus benjamina L. aerial root for a potential polymeric composite reinforcement

Suitability characterization of novel cellulosic plant fiber from Ficus benjamina L. aerial root for a potential polymeric composite reinforcement

Aging effects on free vibration and damping characteristics of polymer‐based biocomposites: A review

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