A Review on Banana Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites through Advanced Surface Treatments and Manufacturing Techniques


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Year : 2024 | Volume : 14 | Issue : 03 | Page : –
    By

    Mahesh Kumar,

  • Ajai Kumar Singh,

  1. Student, Department of Mechanical Engineering, B.N. College of Engineering and Technology, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, B.N. College of Engineering and Technology, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India

Abstract

In today’s rapidly evolving world, heightened environmental concerns and stringent government regulations have spurred scientists and researchers to seek biodegradable and renewable alternatives to synthetic materials. Natural fibers, derived from resources like banana, jute, bagasse, and sisal, offer distinct advantages such as low density, comparable strength, non-toxicity, cost-effectiveness, and minimal waste disposal issues over synthetic counterparts. Extensive research has explored the potential applications of these natural fibers, with banana fibers particularly gaining prominence in recent years. Banana fibers, extracted from the stem of banana plants post-harvest, were traditionally considered waste material. However, they have shown considerable promise as reinforcing materials in polymer composites, significantly enhancing their physical, chemical, and mechanical properties. This review comprehensively examines banana fiber reinforced composites, detailing their potential applications and discussing crucial factors influencing their behavior. Topics covered include fiber length, orientation, configuration, moisture content, temperature sensitivity, and various surface treatment methods aimed at optimizing composite performance and durability.

Keywords: Composites, Banana fiber, Mechanical properties, Natural fiber, Biodegradable materials

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Volume 14
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Received 28/09/2024
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