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Advancements in chemical modifications using NaOH to explore the chemical, mechanical and thermal properties of natural fiber polymer composites (NFPC)

  • Sasi Kumar Mani EMAIL logo , Sathish Selvaraj , Gokulkumar Sivanantham , Felix Sahayaraj Arockiasamy , Jenish Iyyadurai and Makeshkumar Mani
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International Polymer Processing
From the journal International Polymer Processing Volume 39 Issue 4

Abstract

Increasing environmental awareness and concerns about global warming have resulted in a significant demand for sustainable and eco-friendly resources, such as naturally available fibers, that can be suitable alternatives to petroleum/synthetic materials such as glass, carbon and Kevlar in reinforced composites. The exploration of natural fibers as reinforcements in composites is increasing in popularity, particularly in the development of transport and household components. However, natural fibers also have a few limitations that should be addressed appropriately, including lack of compatibility between fiber-matrix, fiber swelling, excess absorption of moisture, resistance to chemicals and fire. Consequently, various processes have been used to improve the fiber surface, to obtain a better fiber–matrix interface. The primary objective of this work is to review the impact that a 5 % NaOH (sodium hydroxide) treatment has on the chemical, mechanical, and thermal properties of natural fiber-reinforced composites (NFRC).

Keywords: natural fibers; chemical treatment; alkaline treatment; 5 % NaOH; mechanical properties
Corresponding author: Sasi Kumar Mani, Department of Aeronautical Engineering, KIT–Kalaignarkarunanidhi Institute of Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641402, India, E-mail:

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Accepted: 2024-06-10
Published Online: 2024-07-02
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natural fibers; chemical treatment; alkaline treatment; 5 % NaOH; mechanical properties

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