Natural fibers

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• Published Subscription 1 Feb 2026

  Comprehensive Review on Bamboo-Based CompositeMaterials for Sustainable Engineering Applications

  By Rohit Raval, Pratik Kikani, Rishabh Makwana, Darshan Bhalodia, Milan Dave

  Abstract: Among various natural resources, bamboo has emerged as a promising reinforcement material due to its rapid growth rate, wide availability, low cost, and excellent specific mechanical properties. Bamboobased composite materials combine high strength-to-weight ratio with renewability, making them attractive for diverse engineering applications. The increasing concerns related to resource depletion, carbon emissions, and end-of-life disposal of synthetic composites further highlight the need for biobased and sustainable material solutions. This review …

  Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–8 Read article →

• Published Subscription 5 Jan 2026

  Uses of Natural Fibres in Polymer Composites

  By Anita Gaur, Anjali Pundir

  Abstract: The increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly materials has led to growing interest in utilizing natural fibers as reinforcements in polymer composites. Natural fibers such as jute, flax, hemp, sisal, and coir have gained notable attention due to their renewable origin, biodegradability, low density, and cost-effectiveness when compared with conventional synthetic fibers like glass or carbon. When combined with suitable polymer matrices, these fibers form natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites (NFRPCs), …

  Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–9 Read article →

• Published Subscription 18 Feb 2025

  Comprehensive Composite Review: Insights, Challenges, and Future Trends

  By Nisha Rani, Saurabh Sharma, Hemant Yadav, Mohit Kumar, Neeraj Bisht

  Abstract: A composite is a substance made up of two or more separate materials that have been blended or combined to create a new material with superior qualities. According to estimates from engineering materials research, there are more than 80,000 different kinds of materials in the world. It comprises both metallic and non-metallic materials, including semiconductors, ceramics, glasses, and plastics. Furthermore, various fields in which composites are used, including several industrial, …

  Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 10–17 Read article →