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Sustainable Labware Solutions: A Study of Biodegradable Modified Polypropylene for Sterilization‑Resistance
Abstract: This study investigated the impact of incorporating a 1‑3% by weight of biodegradable additive into polypropylene (PP) using twin‑screw extrusion, followed by injection molding to prepare test specimens. The effects of the additive on the rheological, thermal, mechanical, and optical properties of PP were investigated, along with the impact of two common sterilization methods: autoclave (121°C, 15 min, 0.11 MPa) and electron beam (E-Beam, 50 kGy) irradiation. The results showed …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Experimental Study on the Surface Properties of Coconut Husk Fiber and Banana Fiber Treated with Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Abstract: The focus of modern research is on using natural, biodegradable, and renewable materials in place of synthetic ones. Composites made from natural fibers are undergoing extensive research because of their unusual characteristics and eco-friendliness. Natural fibers have the benefits of being readily available, simple to handle, and biodegradable. One of the best ways to improve the mechanical characteristics of polymer is to reinforce it with natural fibers. With hybrid composites, …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 13–24 Read article
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Physico-Mechanical and Degradation Properties on Agro-Waste Based Polymer Composites Reinforced with Banana Bunch Fiber
Abstract: The usage of banana bunch fibers in polymer composite parts for the automotive, aerospace, and construction industries is growing. As people grow more aware of the danger of synthetic fibers, banana bunch fibers are being used in an increasing variety of sectors. It is important to recognize that humans depend on the Earth for survival, not the other way around. This understanding drives scientists and policymakers to seek alternatives to …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Investigating the Impact of Silicate Modification on Polypropylene-Layered Silicate Nanocomposite
Abstract: In this research, a co-rotating twin-screw extruder was used to create polypropylene/organo-layered silicate nanocomposites based on organo-muscovite. In the nanocomposite system, compatibilizers such as polypropylene grafted maleic anhydride and potassium succinate modified polypropylene grafted maleic anhydride were employed. The morphological, mechanical, thermal, and rheological characteristics of polypropylene/polypropylene graftedmaleicanhydride/organo-muscovite & polypropylene/potassium succinate modified polypropylene grafted maleic anhydride/organo-muscovite nanocomposites were investigated in relation to the effects of layered silicate modification and compatibilizers. …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 47–54 Read article
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Effect of Nanoclay on the Performance of Calotopis Gigantea Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites at Distinct Temperature
Abstract: Polymer-based nanocomposite is a developing subject that attracts many researchers due to its special qualities and versatility. Because the specific surface areas of nanofillers in nanocomposites are so high, it is much simpler to produce mechanical properties at the interface. Furthermore, a favorable interaction between the nanofillers and polymer matrix may manifest itself even at comparatively lower percentages of loading nanofillers. Thus, a smart, adaptive polymer nanocomposite material with the …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Effect of Compatibilizers on Polypropylene-Based Peanut Shell Flour Composites Reinforced with Nanoclay
Abstract: The improvement of innovative ingredients is on the rise, especially in the automobile, aerospace, aviation, and construction industries. Conventional ingredients are being substituted with nanocomposite ingredients due to their excellent features. In this study, various composites based on polypropylene (PP), peanut shell flour (50 wt% PSF), and nanoclay (Cloisite 30B) were manufactured by melt mixing process followed by injection molded in the presence of maleated PP (PPM) and maleated styrene …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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A Brief Discussion on Plastic Wastes Sortation Procedures
Abstract: Recycling plastic is the procedure of retrieving waste plastic products and reprocessing the material into similar or sometimes completely different form of products. As an example, melting down soft drink bottles, boxes and then casting them as plastic chairs and tables. According to the ImpEE project of University of Cambridge, 3 million tonnes of waste plastic were produced a year (2005) in UK and among those 21.3% are produced from …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article