Renewable Biocomposites: An Overview

Monika Khurana

Volume 5 | Issue 1 | Pages 5-7

Abstract

This assessment is based on a recent evaluation of the literature on cellulosic fibres and
biocomposites in general. Natural fibres, such as flax, hemp, and kenaf, which are available as
agricultural resources in many nations, have mechanical qualities equivalent to manmade fibres
like glass. They are, however, lighter, biodegradable, and frequently said to be less costly. Natural fibre composites have the potential to be a more appealing alternative to synthetic fibre
composites. Natural fibres, on the other hand, have more dispersed characteristics, are less
thermally stable, and are more susceptible to moisture absorption. As a result, the matrix used to strengthen these fibres becomes crucial. In the automotive industry, natural fiber-reinforced polypropylene composites have gained popularity. Because of the petroleum-based feedstock and the nonbiodegradable nature of the polymer matrix, natural fiber-polypropylene or natural fiber-polyester composites are not sufficiently eco-friendly. Many environmental challenges can be handled by combining natural fibres with polymers made from renewable resources. Green bio-composites are constantly being produced by embedding biofibers with renewable resource-based biopolymers such as cellulosic plastics, polylactides, starch plastics, polyhydroxyalkanoates (bacterial polyesters), and soy-based plastics.

Keywords

Natural fibers, Biocomposites, Sustainable Biodegradable

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