Advances in Bio-Based Fiber

Moving Towards a Green Society

1st Edition - December 1, 2021
Imprint: Woodhead Publishing
Editors: Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Madhu Puttegowda, Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai, Suchart Siengchin, Sergey M. Gorbatyuk
Language: English
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Advances in Bio-Based Fibres: Moving Towards a Green Society describes many novel natural fibers, their specific synthesis and characterization methods, their environmental sustainability values, their compatibility with polymer composites, and a wide range of innovative commercial engineering applications. As bio-based fiber polymer composites possess excellent mechanical, electrical and thermal properties, along with highly sustainable properties, they are an important technology for manufacturers and materials scientists seeking to improve the sustainability of their industries. This cutting-edge book draws on the latest industry practice and academic research to provide advice on technologies with applications in industries, including packaging, automotive, aerospace, biomedical and structural engineering.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
List of contributors
Preface
1. Introduction to bio-based fibers and their composites
Abstract
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Cellulose/hemicellulose fibers
1.3 Protein fibers
1.4 Bio composites
1.5 Applications
1.6 Conclusion
References
2. Synthesis and surface treatments of bio-based fibers
Abstract
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Extraction of bio-based fibers
2.3 Chemical modification of bio-based fibers
2.4 Conclusion
References
3. Properties of bio-based fibers
Abstract
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Type of bio-based fibers
3.3 Properties of bio-based fibers
3.4 Application of bio-based fiber reinforced composites
3.5 Challenges/issues
3.6 Conclusions
References
4. Preparation methods of biofiber-based polymer composites
Abstract
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Layup
4.3 Layer-by-layer
4.4 Compression molding
4.5 Injection molding
4.6 Extrusion molding
4.7 Resin transfer molding
4.8 Spinning
4.9 Melt mix
4.10 3D printing
4.11 Inkjet printing
4.12 Vacuum bagging
4.13 Vacuum infusion
4.14 Roll-to-roll
4.15 Solvent casting
4.16 In situ polymerization
4.17 One pot directed synthesis
4.18 Freeze-drying
4.19 Micropatterned
4.20 Sol–gel techniques
References
5. Static mechanical properties of bio-fiber-based polymer composites
Abstract
List of abbreviations
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Bio-fiber reinforced polymers
5.3 Static mechanical properties
5.4 Improvement techniques
5.5 Conclusions
Acknowledgment
References
6. Thermal properties of biofiber-based polymer composites
Abstract
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Thermal stability of biofibers
6.3 Thermal stability of thermoset polymer composites
6.4 Thermal stability of thermoplastic polymer composites
6.5 Thermal stability of biopolymer composites
6.6 Conclusion
References
7. Dielectric properties of biofiber-based polymer composites
Abstract
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Dielectrics
7.3 Biodegradable biocomposites
7.4 Literature review
7.5 Summary and future perspective
Notes
Acknowledgments
References
Further reading
8. Tribological properties of biofiber-based polymer composites
Abstract
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Tribological analysis of biofiber-based polymer composites
8.3 Tribometers
8.4 Frictional analysis of biofiber-based polymer composites
8.5 Wear analysis of bio fiber based polymer composites
8.6 Tribological properties
8.7 Effect of temperature on bio fiber-based polymer composites during tribological analysis
8.8 Conclusion
References
9. Advances and applications of biofiber-based polymer composites
Abstract
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Characteristics of biofiber for polymer composites
9.3 Characteristics of polymer for biofiber-based polymer composites
9.4 Manufacturing techniques of biofiber-based polymer composites
9.5 Techniques used for performance evaluation
9.6 Application of biofiber-based polymer composites
9.7 Conclusion
References
10. Optimization of parametric study on drilling characteristics of sheep wool reinforced composites
Abstract
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Experimental details
10.3 Result and discussions
10.4 Conclusion
References
11. Investigating the tribological behavior of biofiber-based polymer composites and scope of computational tools
Abstract
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Computational methods used
11.3 Computational methods used
11.4 Conclusion
References
12. Properties of filler added biofiber-based polymer composite
Abstract
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Fabrication methodologies
12.3 Hand layup method
12.4 Compression molding
12.5 Extrusion molding
12.6 Properties of filler added biofiber composites
12.7 Conclusion
References
13. Advances and applications of biofiber polymer composites in regenerative medicine
Abstract
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Fabrication of biofibers
13.3 Electrospinning
13.4 Liver tissue engineering
13.5 Biofibers for two-dimensional hepatic tissue engineering
13.6 Biofibers for 3D hepatic tissue engineering
13.7 Cardiac tissue engineering
13.8 Vascular tissue engineering
13.9 Skin tissue engineering
13.10 Bone tissue engineering
13.11 Biofibers in drug delivery
13.12 Polymeric biofibers used in drug delivery
13.13 Conclusion
13.14 Future perspectives
13.15 Acknowledgment
References
14. Keratin-based biofibers and their composites
Abstract
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Extraction methods of keratin fibers
14.3 Manufacturing of keratin-based biocomposites
14.4 Properties of keratin-based biocomposites
14.5 Applications of keratin-based composites
14.6 Conclusion
References
15. Biofiber composites in building and construction
Abstract
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Types of biofibers in construction
15.3 Applications of biofiber composites in construction
15.4 Conclusion and future outlook
References
16. Evaluating biofibers’ properties and products by NIR spectroscopy
Abstract
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Near infrared spectroscopy
16.3 Applications of NIR spectroscopy in wood
16.4 Challenges of applying NIR technology in forest-based industries
References
17. Impact strength retention and service life prediction of 0 degree laminate jute fiber woven mat reinforced epoxy composites
Abstract
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Methodology of the present research work
17.3 Materials
17.4 Preparation of composites
17.5 Artificial aging of composites
17.6 Impact properties
17.7 Scanning electronic microscopy
17.8 Results and discussion
17.9 Conclusion
Reference
18. Acoustic and mechanical properties of biofibers and their composites
Abstract
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Acoustic properties
18.3 Mechanical properties
18.4 Parameters affecting the acoustic and mechanical properties of biomaterials
18.5 Current applications and potential usage areas of natural fibers
18.6 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
19. Identification of the elastic and damping properties of jute and luffa fiber-reinforced biocomposites
Abstract
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Materials and methods
19.3 Results and discussion
19.4 Conclusions
Acknowledgment
References
20. Tribological characterization of biofiber-reinforced brake friction composites
Abstract
20.1 Introduction
20.2 Materials and methods
20.3 Results and discussions
20.4 Conclusions
References
21. Investigation of the mechanical properties of treated and untreated Vachellia farnesiana fiber based epoxy composites
Abstract
21.1 Introduction
21.2 Materials and methods
21.3 Results and discussions
21.4 Conclusions
References
22. Study on the degradation behavior of natural fillers based PLA composites
Abstract
22.1 Introduction
22.2 Biopolymer
22.3 Fabrication of composites
22.4 Degradation mechanism of composites
22.5 Results and discussions
22.6 Conclusions
References
23. Fabrication technology of biofiber based biocomposites
Abstract
23.1 Introduction
23.2 Scale in the hierarchical path to behavior and function in nanocellulose
23.3 The basics: cellulose architecture and underlying stability
23.4 Intrinsic behavior of biomaterials: a path to understanding material topological properties in biocomposites
23.5 Methods for probing bond-type contributions in adhesion and their correlation to key states of matter in surface energetics
23.6 Fabrication of biocomposites—surface considerations
23.7 Approaches to fabrication of biocomposites
23.8 Concluding comments
References
24. Rheological properties of biofibers in cementitious composite matrix
Abstract
24.1 Introduction
24.2 Experimental part
24.3 Conclusions
References
25. Advances and applications of biofiber-based polymer composites
Abstract
25.1 Introduction
25.2 Classification based on industry sector
25.3 The green industry
25.4 Advancement in pretreatment/modification of bio-composite
25.5 New advances in numerical analysis of bio-composites
25.6 Manufacturing of bio composites
References
26. Future scope of biofiber-based polymer composites
Abstract
26.1 Introduction
26.2 Scope of biofiber-based polymer composites in various applications
26.3 Conclusion
References
27. Engineering applications of biofibers
Abstract
27.1 Introduction
27.2 Plant-based biofibers
27.3 Structure of biofibers
27.4 Chemical constituents of plant-based biofibers
27.5 Physical and mechanical properties of biofibers
27.6 Advantages and disadvantages of biofibers
27.7 Modifications of biofibers
27.8 Applications of biofibers
27.9 Recent studies of biofibers
27.10 Future scope of biofibers
27.11 Conclusion
References
28. Performance of cementitious composites incorporating coconut fibers as reinforcement
Abstract
28.1 Introduction
28.2 Coconut fibers
28.3 Properties of cementitious composites reinforced with coconut fibers
28.4 Conclusions
References
29. The effect of modified natural fibers on the mechanical properties of cementitious composites
Abstract
29.1 Introduction
29.2 Fiber modifications
29.3 Conclusions
References
30. Challenges and solutions for the use of natural fibers in cementitious composites
Abstract
30.1 Introduction
30.2 Challenges and solutions for the use of natural fibers in cementitious composites
30.3 Conclusions
References
31. Biofibers of papaya tree bast: a statistical study of the mechanical properties for use potential in polymeric composites
Abstract
31.1 Introduction
31.2 Materials and methods
31.3 Results and discussions
31.4 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
32. Coir fiber as reinforcement in cement-based materials
Abstract
32.1 Introduction
32.2 The Cocos nucifera: a worldwide spread and multiple-use species
32.3 The coir fibers in the coconut fruit and potential applications
32.4 The features of the coir fibers
32.5 Pretreatments of the coir fibers for compatibility improvement
32.6 Production of cement-based composites reinforced with the coconut coir fibers
32.7 Conclusion
References
33. Environmental impact analysis of plant fibers and their composites relative to their synthetic counterparts based on life cycle assessment approach
Abstract
33.1 Introduction
33.2 The ecological impacts of synthetic reinforcements
33.3 The ecological impacts of natural reinforcements
33.4 The industrial applications of plant fiber composites and their impacts on the environment
33.5 Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
Index

Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa

Dr. Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa is a Principal Research Scientist, Associate Professor, and Advisor at King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB). He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering Science from Visvesvaraya Technological University, India, and completed postdoctoral research at KMUTNB. An Associate Editor for Heliyon (Elsevier) and Frontier Materials, he has reviewed for 200+ journals and edited 45 books. With 350+ publications and 25,000+ citations, he is among Stanford University’s Top 2% Scientists (2019–2022). His research focuses on natural fiber composites and advanced materials. He has received multiple international awards and patents.

Affiliations and expertise

Principal Research Scientist/Associate Professor , Natural Composites Research Group Lab, King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand

Madhu Puttegowda

Dr. Madhu Puttegowda is currently working as an associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, at Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan, Karnataka, India. He received his B.E (Mechanical Engineering) from Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi, India in 2011, and then went on to achieve his MTech in Product Design and Manufacturing and Ph.D. (Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Science) from Visvesvaraya Technological University in 2020. His current research areas include natural fiber composites, polymer composites and advanced material technology.

Affiliations and expertise

Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan, Karnataka, India

Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai

Dr. Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai is currently working as a Professor at the Department of Science and director of AU – Sophisticated Testing and Instrumentation Center, Alliance University, Bengaluru, India. He is a prolific editor and researcher who is the author of 170 high-quality international research articles, 100 book chapters, and editor of 40 books. He is a frequently invited speaker and a consultant for multiple organizations internationally. He has received numerous prestigious awards including the DST INSPIRE Faculty Award (Government of India) and the Best Faculty award from KMUTNB, Thailand

Affiliations and expertise

Associate Professor, Department of Science, Faculty of Science & Technology, Alliance University, Chandapura-Anekal Main Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Suchart Siengchin

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Habil. Suchart Siengchin is President of King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB). He holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Technology, and Material Science from German universities and earned his Ph.D. from the University of Kaiserslautern. He completed postdoctoral research at Kaiserslautern and Purdue University. A full professor at KMUTNB, he has received multiple Outstanding Researcher Awards. His research focuses on polymer processing and composite materials. He has authored over 350 journal articles and edited 30 books. Recognized among the world’s top 2% scientists by Stanford University (2020–2024), he also serves as Editor-in-Chief of KMUTNB IJAST.

Affiliations and expertise

President, King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand, Department of Materials and Production Engineering (MPE), The Sirindhorn International Thai – German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), Thailand

Sergey M. Gorbatyuk

Sergey Gorbatyuk is professor of metallurgical equipment at the National University of Science and Technology MISIS, Moscow, Russia. He conducts research in manufacturing engineering, materials engineering and mechanical engineering. He is the author of more than 160 scientific articles, 6 monographs, 19 copyright certificates, 4 patents for inventions, 7 patents for utility models, and 2 certificates of registration for computer programs. He is also a member of the editorial boards and a reviewer of the scientific journals 'Metallurgist' and 'Ferrous Metallurgy'.

Affiliations and expertise

Professor, Department of Engineering of Technological Equipment in National University of Science and Technology MISIS, Moscow, Russia

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