Abstract
In the present scenario, there has been a rapid attention in research and development in the natural fiber composite field due to its better formability, abundant, renewable, cost-effective and eco-friendly features. This paper exhibits an outline on natural fibers and its composites utilized as a part of different commercial and engineering applications. In this review, many articles were related to applications of natural fiber reinforced polymer composites. It helps to provide details about the potential use of natural fibers and its composite materials, mechanical and physical properties and some of their applications in engineering sectors.
Highlights
Natural fiber is a type of renewable sources and a new generation of reinforcements and supplements for polymer based materials
Mercedes-Benz used an epoxy matrix with the addition of jute in the door panels in its E-class vehicles back in 1996. Another paradigm of natural fiber composites’ application appeared commercially in 2000, when Audi launched the A2 midrange car: the door trim panels were made of polyurethane reinforced with a mixed flax/sisal material
Natural fiber reinforced polymer composites have been proven alternative to Synthetic fiber reinforced polymer composites in many applications [27] [28]
Summary
Natural fiber is a type of renewable sources and a new generation of reinforcements and supplements for polymer based materials. The application of natural fiber reinforced polymer composites and natural-based resins for replacing existing synthetic polymer or glass fiber reinforced materials in huge. High specific properties with lower prices of natural fiber composites are making it attractive for various applications [1] [2]. The applications of natural fibers are growing in many sectors such as automobiles, furniture, packing and construction. This is mainly due to their advantages compared to synthetic fibers, i.e. low cost, low weight, less damage to processing equipment, improved surface finish of moulded parts composite, good relative mechanical properties, abundant and renewable resources [3].
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