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A Comprehensive Review on Kenaf Fiber Reinforced Polymer Matrix Composites for Non-Structural Applications


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1 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sree Siddhartha Institute of Technology, Tumkur 572105, Karnataka, India
2 Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur 572103, Karnataka, India

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Due to renewable and environmental concerns, the creation of high-performance engineered goods created from natural resources is rising globally. Plant fibres are gaining popularity in polymer composites due to their environmental friendliness and lower cost than synthetic fibres. Because of its low density, Kenaf fibre offers superior specific characteristics than glass fibre as a reinforcement. Hence, development of composites for various applications plays a mojor role in industrial revolution. Kenaf plants, one of many distinct forms of natural resources, have been intensively exploited in recent years. As a result, this article provides an overview of recent advancements in the field of Kenaf fibre reinforced composites. Several essential challenges and future work proposals are highlighted, emphasizing the roles of material scientists and production engineers in ensuring the bright future of this novel “green” material through value addition to increase its use.

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Polymer composites, Kenaf fiber, Green composites, Composite properties.
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Authors

Chandrika S
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sree Siddhartha Institute of Technology, Tumkur 572105, Karnataka, India
Hemantha Kumar T R
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sree Siddhartha Institute of Technology, Tumkur 572105, Karnataka, India
Vishwas Mahesh
Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur 572103, Karnataka, India

Abstract


Due to renewable and environmental concerns, the creation of high-performance engineered goods created from natural resources is rising globally. Plant fibres are gaining popularity in polymer composites due to their environmental friendliness and lower cost than synthetic fibres. Because of its low density, Kenaf fibre offers superior specific characteristics than glass fibre as a reinforcement. Hence, development of composites for various applications plays a mojor role in industrial revolution. Kenaf plants, one of many distinct forms of natural resources, have been intensively exploited in recent years. As a result, this article provides an overview of recent advancements in the field of Kenaf fibre reinforced composites. Several essential challenges and future work proposals are highlighted, emphasizing the roles of material scientists and production engineers in ensuring the bright future of this novel “green” material through value addition to increase its use.

Keywords


Polymer composites, Kenaf fiber, Green composites, Composite properties.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.18311/jmmf%2F2023%2F34491