Mechanical and Dynamic Properties of Ramie Fiber‐Reinforced Composites

Abstract

Researchers envisage replacing metals and their alloys completely owing to the destruction of the earth in the attempt to bring out these sources. Even though the destruction would not be immediate, over a long period there will be considerable damage to the environment. So, the natural materials that are available on the surface of the earth play a pivotal role in the replacement of those metals that need digging of the earth. The natural waste materials themselves could be a replacement instead of destroying them. Effective natural waste material synthesis should be the best alternative in saving the earth from destruction. Much research has been happening around the globe toward this healthy replacement. One such initiative is the ramie material, which is the topic of this chapter. The ramie fiber is used in various forms such as sponge materials, fibers, and woven fabric too. The fiber that is synthesized in various forms reveals characters in terms of strength. The vision toward replacement of metals should focus majorly on mechanical and dynamic mechanical properties, which have direct conflict. It is a known fact that biomaterials possess low strength by nature, which makes it hard for them to compete with metals and their alloys. So, it requires strength-enhancing parameters that are introduced into these biofibers in the form of reinforcement. This reinforcement again can be categorized as both natural and artificial. The focus herein is the strength augmentation achieved either way using the reinforcements. This chapter discusses the reinforcement of ramie fiber with reinforcing agent and the assessment of the mechanical and dynamic properties.