Natural Plant Fibers Research Articles

Study of chemically treated natural plant fibers in soil reinforcement technology: A review

Soil reinforcement technology is a technique for improving the engineering properties of poor soils by employing a variety of techniques, including physical, chemical, and mechanical methods the latter of which is gaining popularity. In order to stabilise the soil, naturally occurring fibers have been employed. There are many advantages of natural fibers over synthetic fibers except some disadvantages like moisture absorption and biodegradability which can be significantly reduced by various pre-treatment techniques. These pre-treatment techniques reduce the hydrophilic nature and biodegradability of natural fibers which ultimately causes better bonding and strength to the fiber-soil matrix. In this study, various treatment methods of natural fibers and the utilization of natural fibers in different types of soil are discussed in detail according to various previous literatures. Effectiveness of different type of chemical treatment is reviewed and presented in this study in suitable places. Impact of mixing treated fiber with the soil is it’s wider scope which needs to be explored in upcoming studies related to treated natural fiber.

The feruloyl esterase from Thermobacillus xylanilyticus shows broad specificity for processing pre-biotic feruloylated xylooligosaccharides at high temperatures

Ferulic acid has antioxidant properties of interest to the food industry and can be released from natural plant fibres using feruloyl esterases. Esterases active at high temperatures are highly desirable but currently underrepresented. Here we report the biochemical characterization of the feruloyl esterase from Thermobacillus xylanilyticus. Specific activity of recombinant Tx-Est1 with ethyl ferulate was 29.2 ± 2.9 U mg−1, with a catalytic efficiency (Kcat/Km) of 393.7 ± 9.8 s-1mM−1. The temperature and pH optima were 60 °C and 7.5, whereby Tx-Est1 retains 70% activity after 25 h at 40 °C. MALDI-TOF MS revealed Tx-ESTI released ferulic acid from xylooligosaccharides with DP4-DP13, and from DP6-8 containing two ferulic acid groups. HPLC demonstrated ferulic acid release from destarched wheat bran was strongly potentiated by co-incubation with xylanase. These properties, especially the high activity at elevated temperatures, suggest Tx-Est1 can be employed for production of high-value compounds from agricultural waste or during plant polysaccharide saccharification.

Effect of Biomass as Nucleating Agents on Crystallization Behavior of Polylactic Acid.

Polylactic acid (PLA) is one of the most productive biodegradable materials. Its bio-based source makes it truly carbon neutral. However, PLA is hard to crystallize as indicated by a low crystallization rate and a low crystallinity under conventional processing conditions, which limits its wider application. One of the most effective ways to enhance the crystallization ability of PLA is to add nucleating agents. In the context of increasing global environmental awareness and the decreasing reserves of traditional petroleum-based materials, biomass nucleating agents, compared with commonly used petroleum-based nucleating agents, have received widespread attention in recent years due to their abundance, biodegradability and renewability. This paper summarizes the research progress on biomass nucleating agents for regulating the crystallization behavior of polylactic acid. Examples of biomass nucleating agents include cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, amino acid, cyclodextrins, starch, wood flour and natural plant fiber. Such green components from biomass for PLA are believed to be a promising solution for the development of a wholly green PLA-based system or composites.

Actuation performances of catkin fibers reinforced thiol-acrylate main-chain liquid crystalline elastomer

ABSTRACT Liquid crystalline elastomers (LCEs) have been utilized as an important class of smart actuator materials. However, the modest actuation mechanical and robustness performances remain a challenge. Inspired by the specific structures, well mechanical properties and physico-chemical characteristics of some natural plant fibers, a composite of thiol-acrylate main-chain LCE matrix incorporated with catkin fibers is designed and developed. The catkin fibers build a network as reinforcement phase, and demonstrate effective compatibility and integration property with the matrix, their high flexibility can be adapted to the large deformational performance of LCE matrix. The prepared LCE composite demonstrates strong mechanical actuation properties. The modulus and driving force triggered by the stimuli are obviously increased. The tensile strength and fatigue failure resistant property under high loadings and repeated cycles of thermal actuation or photothermal actuation are greatly enhanced. While the stimulus response deformation rate, phase transition temperature and liquid crystal phase structure of the LCE matrix, and so on, do not weaken or change. This work promotes the LCE materials’application potential and broadens the application value of natural plant fibers.

Review on natural plant fibres and their hybrid composites for structural applications: Recent trends and future perspectives

Sustainability and environmental protection have given rise to the use of renewable and biobased materials in several application areas. Fibre reinforced composites are currently gaining a high market value in both structural and semi-structural applications. Making these materials environmentally friendly, renewable and lighter will protect the environment and increase resource use efficiency. Opposed to synthetic fibres such as carbon and glass, natural plant fibres are less expensive, lighter, degradable, easy to produce, non-toxic and environmentally friendly. However, natural plant fibres are inferior to their synthetic counterparts in both mechanical performance and tolerance to harsh environmental conditions. One method of compensating for these disadvantages is to combine natural and synthetic fibres in a single matrix forming a hybrid composite where the disadvantages of one are compensated by the other. In this way, sustainability and cost minimisation are achieved with acceptable mechanical and physical responses. However, successful implementation and advancement in the development of natural plant fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) hybrid composites require the development of workable conceptual design, suitable manufacturing techniques and understanding of the strengthening mechanisms. The main objectives of this review are to critically review the current state of knowledge in the development of natural FRP hybrid composites, outlining their properties and enhancing them while reducing environmental impact of the product through the hybridisation approach.

High performance short jute fibre preforms for thermoset composite applications

Jute fibre reinforced composites (JFRCs) are facing challenges to composite manufacturers due to the high cost of dry fibre preforming and inferior fibre performance compared to other commonly used natural plant fibres such as flax, sisal, hemp, and kenaf. Therefore, long fibre architecture jute fibre preforms often cannot fulfil the performance requirement of the composites. Using shorter length of jute fibres and then transform them into dry preforming sheet can ideally be used in manufacturing intricate composite products with low processing cost and high fibre reinforcing effect. On the other hand, short jute fibres suffer with extremely low fibre content and hence, they are difficult to use in making complex shape composite structures. In this work, a highly individualised and chemically treated (alkali) short jute fibre preforms with increased fibre contents were developed with the help of compression moulding. Composites were fabricated by impregnating the dry fibre preforms with epoxy resin by wet layup technique and cured in the hot press. These composites were found to have significantly higher mechanical properties when compared to traditional randomly orientated short jute fibre composites; showing the tensile strength ⁓93 MPa and flexural strength ⁓190 MPa for these composites, are the highest than any other natural short fibre composites reported so far in the literature. It was found that the extent of the improvement of mechanical properties of these composites, is related with the content of fibre in the composites, chemical modification of fibre ensuring higher bonding between the fibre and matrix. This work highlights new insights into high performance short jute fibres. If short jute fibres can be transformed into highly packed dry fibre preform, then it can be used in many semi-structural and structural composite applications.

Suitability characterization of novel cellulosic plant fiber from Ficus benjamina L. aerial root for a potential polymeric composite reinforcement

AbstractThe demand of plant fibers is increasing day by day due to the worldwide acceptance of natural plant fibers for various applications in a variety of sectors. However, the identification of suitable plant fibers with superior properties is the need of the hour in the context of developing more eco‐friendly, renewable, cost‐effective, and fiber‐based materials. This study was designed with the intention of identifying suitability of Ficus benjamina L. aerial root fiber (FBRF) as a potential reinforcement for composite structures. The fundamental physicochemical, mechanical, thermal, and morphological features were investigated to explore the potentiality of FBRF. This study was advantageous in finding the occurrence of fiber in aerial root, fiber position, and characteristics of fibrous cells. The density analysis proved that the fiber possessed a relatively low density (1175 ± 22.14 kg/m3), which shows its lightweight applicability. High cellulose content (64.48%) and crystallinity index (55.17%) observed for tested fibers in turn enhanced the thermal and mechanical behavior of the fiber. The tensile strength of 292.66 ± 12.32 MPa and thermal stability of 330°C were worthy for considering it for high‐temperature processing and applications. The investigation of surface properties revealed that FBRF partake good surface roughness, which offers good fiber–matrix interfacial bonding. Hence, this study endorses further use of FBRF as a good reinforcement for composite manufacturing.

Fiber Reinforced Concrete with Natural Plant Fibers—Investigations on the Application of Bamboo Fibers in Ultra-High Performance Concrete

Natural plant fibers represent a sustainable alternative to conventional fiber reinforcement materials in cementitious materials due to their suitable mechanical properties, cost-effective availability and principle carbon neutrality. Due to its high tensile strength and stiffness as well as its worldwide distribution along with rapid growth, bamboo offers itself in particular as a plant fiber source. In experimental studies on concrete beams reinforced with plant fibers, a positive influence of the fibers on the flexural behavior was observed. However, the load-bearing effect of the fibers was limited by the poor bond, which can be attributed, among other things, to the swelling behavior of the fibers. In addition, the plant fibers degrade in the alkaline environment of many cementitious building materials. In order to improve the bond and to limit the alkalinity and to increase the durability, the use of ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) offers itself. Since no tests have been carried out, investigations on the flexural behavior of UHPC with bamboo fibers were carried out at the Institute of Concrete Construction of Leibniz University Hannover. The test results show a significantly improved load-bearing behavior of the fibers and the enormous potential of the combination of UHPC and bamboo fibers.

Influence of Untreated Abaca Fibre on Mechanical Properties of Lightweight Foamed Concrete

Abstract Presently, the expenditure on construction materials grows dramatically along with the enduring effect on the ecosystem, and it has led the academics to the recognition of natural plant fibres such as abaca fibre (AF) for enhancing the mechanical properties of concrete. AF is plentifully obtainable making it fairly relevant to be employed as a strengthening material in lightweight foamed concrete (LFC). Moreover, natural plant fibre-reinforced concrete has been progressively utilized in construction for several decades to decrease crack growth under the static load. This paper anticipates examining the effectiveness of the addition of AF in LFC to enhance its mechanical properties. LFC specimens of 550 kg/m3 density were reinforced with AF at weight fractions of 0.00%, 0.15%, 0.30%, 0.45% and 0.60%. Three parameters have been assessed which were flexural strength, compressive strength and tensile strength. The results revealed that adding 0.45% AF into LFC enables optimal compressive, flexural and splitting tensile strengths. The presence of AF augments material strength by filling spaces, micro-cracks, and gaps inside the LFC structure. Additionally, AF helped reduce crack spreading when the plastic state of the LFC cementitious matrix was loaded. Though, further, than the optimum level of AF addition, accumulation and the non-uniform distribution of AF were identified, which triggers the lowering of the LFC strength properties substantially. The output of this preliminary investigation would give a better understanding of the potential utilization of plant fibre in LFC. It is of great importance to drive the sustainable development and application of LFC material and infrastructures.

The Utilization of a Fiberglass Mesh-Reinforced Foamcrete Jacketing System to Enhance Mechanical Properties.

Foamcrete is fabricated by combining mortar slurry and constant foam. Owing to the existence of air entrained in its cementitious matrix, foamcrete is tremendously brittle compared to normal-strength concrete. The addition of synthetic and natural plant fibers demonstrates an enhancement to foamcrete’s mechanical performance yet exerts a harmful effect on long-term performance. Depreciation of natural plant fibers and corrosion of synthetic fibers impact the lifespan and durability properties of foamcrete. Hence, this study aims to investigate the mechanical properties and mode of failures of foamcrete reinforced with fiberglass mesh (FM). The parameters assessed were the compression, flexural, and splitting tensile strengths of 1100 kg/m3 density foamcrete confined with various layers of 145 g/m2 of FM. The optimal foamcrete mechanical properties enhancement was attained with three-layer jacketing. Notable augmentations of 108% in the compressive strength, 254% in flexural strength, and 349% in splitting tensile strength were achieved in comparison to the control specimens at day 28. The control foamcrete samples under compressive, flexural, and tensile loads encountered brittle failure in comparison to the confined foamcrete. The mode of failure under the tensile load indicates that only a slight crack occurred at the upper side and a perpendicular mark at the lateral section of the foamcrete with one to three layers of FM jacketing. Thus, the jacketing system of foamcrete with FM enhances the behavior and load carrying capacity of foamcrete to the extent of preventing the propagation of cracks.

Comparative study on the performance of caryota urens fiber reinforced concrete of different grades along with Digital image processing techniques

This research work focuses on the effect of natural caryota urens plant fiber as reinforcement on the strength properties of concrete of different grade. Fiber length of 10 mm, 20 mm and 30 mm were added to the concrete mix at an amount of 3% of the binder content. Three different lengths of fibers at fixed volume fraction were added to M30, M40 and M50 grades of concrete. The workability characteristics and mechanical property of twelve different fiber reinforced concrete mixes were investigated. The effect of fibers on the post cracking behaviour of the concrete specimen was investigated using digital image processing technique and video measuring system images. Using the developed Linear regression plot, empirical equations were formulated to establish relation between the compressive strength and other mechanical properties of concrete. From the study it can be concluded that the caryota fiber with rich cellulose content contribute to arrest the cracks at the initial stage of loading and prevents major crack plane in the post peak region. Fibers mainly contribute to increase tensile strength of concrete. The effect of fibers is more prominent in M30 mix concrete when compared to M40 and M50 concrete mixes. This research work mainly focuses on the application of natural plant fibers in concrete as reinforcement.

Comprehensive characterization of Echinochloa frumentacea leaf fiber as a novel reinforcement for composite applications

AbstractThe promising characteristic features of some natural plant fibers identified has driven many scientists/researchers to seek more plant fibers with good mechanical, thermal, tensile and surface properties. Plant fibers with such characteristics along with their renewable, degradable, eco‐friendly, cost‐effective nature could make them a probable competitor against synthetic ones, in many aspects. Since identification of novel plant fibers with superior quality is necessary at the moment in order to reduce the harmful effects of synthetic materials. Since the current study recognized a novel natural plant fiber from Echinochloa frumentacea and analyzed its efficiency for composite fabrication through various characterization practices. It was found from the physico‐chemical investigation that the fiber encloses with good crystallinity index (35.87%), cellulose content (60.31%) and relatively low density (896 ± 32.14 kg/m3). In fact, EFLF's has admirable thermal stability (330°C) and tensile strength (204.32 ± 14.25 MPa) designated its suitability for temperature varying environments. Conversely, the proposed fiber ensures good fiber‐matrix adhesion in spite of good surface roughness and decreased microfibrillar angle (9.27 ± 0.31°), noted by surface analysis. Hence, the current study recommends further utilization of EFLF as a reinforcing material with high specific qualities and low environmental effect, for composite manufacturing.

WITHDRAWN: Multiscale cutting and damage mechanisms of flax fiber reinforced biocomposites under hygrothermal conditioning

Manufacturing processes of biocomposite materials made of natural plant fibers and biobased polymers are subjected to many issues that slow down their industrial expansion. Among these issues, the hygrothermal conditions are the most relevant because natural plant fibers are highly sensitive to humidity due to their hydrophilic properties, and their ability to absorb water molecules is accelerated by increasing the temperature, which affects their mechanical performances. This paper addresses the cutting and damage mechanisms that occur when machining flax fiber reinforced polylactic-acid (PLA) biocomposites under hygrothermal conditioning. The moisture content, the chip morphology, the tool-chip friction calculated from the machining forces, and the machined surface state observed with a scanning electron microscope are considered in this study to evaluate the machinability and identify the involved mechanisms. Results show that the conditioning temperature and the fiber orientation affects considerably the moisture diffusion behavior inside the biocomposite structure, which modifies the cutting contact interaction and leads to a change in the form of the chip in terms of curling. The tool-chip friction is also dependent on both the hygrothermal conditioning and the fiber orientation that control the different involved mechanisms such as adhesion, plastic deformation, and fiber shear. The microscopic observation of the machined surfaces describes the shearing efficiency of flax fibers regarding the hygrothermal conditioning in addition to the effect of interface and microstructural fiber damages after a long hygrothermal conditioning time.

Suitability examination of novel cellulosic plant fiber from Furcraea selloa K. Koch peduncle for a potential polymeric composite reinforcement

AbstractNovel natural plant fibers with significant features are to be explored at the moment due to their renewability, degradability, wide range acceptability, economic feasibility, and ecological standards over existing synthetic ones. Since the identification of potential plant fibers are getting much attention of scientists/researchers for the development of promising fiber reinforced composites. In the light of this, the present study identified a novel plant fiber from the peduncle of Furcraea selloa K. Koch and studied its anatomical, morphological, physico‐chemical, thermal, mechanical and surface properties in order to explore its utility as a composite reinforcement. Anatomical study was satisfactory for identifying the presence and position of the fiber in the plant material. Good crystallinity (49.27%), high cellulose content (71.13%) and relatively low density (1127 kg/m3) were found as the feasible features after physico‐chemical analysis. Indeed, desirable thermal stability (370°C) and tensile property (649.21 ± 16.52 MPa) of Furcraea selloa K. Koch peduncle fiber (FSPF) revealed its ability for high temperature required processing and applications. The morphological studies ensure good surface roughness and reduced microfibrillar angle (7.83° ± 0.23°), which are recommended features for good fiber‐ matrix addition. These promising properties are sufficient to deliberate FSPF as a new potential composite reinforcement, with good specific properties and high environmental impact.

Experimental investigation on mechanical, thermal behaviour and characterisation analysis of aquatic waste water hyacinth plant fibre, powder and ash reinforced polymer composite material – Dangerous aquatic threat into successive product approach

The purpose of this study is to investigate the mechanical and thermal properties of aquatic wastewater hyacinth plant natural power, ash and fibre reinforced polymer composite samples. This work is primarily concerned with creating sustainable products from this aquatic waste in a sustainable manner. Hyacinth plant fibres, powders and ash particles are used in this work as reinforcement material for composite samples, which are made by utilising the hot press compression moulding technique and epoxy matrix. In this study, new mechanical way of fibre extraction process is used to extract the fibres of the water hyacinth. Mechanical strength and thermal properties thermo gravimetric analysis, differential thermo gravimetric, thermo gravimetric peaks of hyacinth composite samples are evaluated. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction techniques are used to characterise the hyacinth composite. A scanning electron microscope is used to examine the fractured surfaces of hyacinth composite sample samples. By using this technique, fibre clusters, fibre fractures and fibre pull-outs can be identified. Waste management and waste recycling concepts are heavily influenced by this manuscript. The zero-waste concept has been achieved through this work. According to all the findings of this study, the natural plant fibres from the water hyacinth plant and ash particles can be used as reinforcement materials in conjunction with an epoxy resin matrix for making lightweight particleboard products and other lightweight materials in general.

Investigation of the performance of okra fiber in woven fabric

There has been an increase interest in natural plant fibers over the last decades with the intension to identify the ecologically acceptable alternatives to reduce the dependency on synthetic fibers. Naturally extracted okra fiber (Abelmoschus esculentus) was used in this study. Since okra is a stiff fiber, yarns with 100% Okra fiber was not possible to produce and tried to blend with polyester. The maximal ratio of okra was 20% with polyester to spin yarns in traditional ring spinning system. This study explores, for the first time, the possibility of manufacturing woven fabric with polyester-okra (80/20) yarns at weft direction with 100% cotton yarn at warp direction in order to prominent blend effect at weft direction. The properties of produced fabrics were compared with the same produced widely-used polyester-linen (PL) (80/20) counterpart. The both PO and PL woven fabrics were characterized in terms of fabric weight, thickness, abrasion, pilling, fuzzing, air permeability, tensile strength and tear strength. In addition, the morphological aspects of the fiber alignment in the woven fabric structure were observed using optical microscopic images. The performance of PO woven fabric was in acceptable ranges and can be considered as a sustainable blended woven fabric to meet the actual demand in the textile weaving industries.

Comparison of Experimental and Calculated Tensile Properties of Flax Fibres

The tensile properties of natural plant fibres are commonly determined by single fibre testing. The cross-sectional area used to determine the modulus and strength is usually obtained by measuring the fibre width and using this as the fibre diameter on the assumption that the fibres are circular in section. The assumption of circularity is reasonably true for synthetic fibres but is not correct for natural fibres, and this can lead to a substantial error when determining the tensile properties of the fibres. The incorporation of a fibre area correction factor, which takes into account the non-circularity of natural fibres, has been proposed by earlier workers, who used it successfully to predict the mechanical properties of jute fibre composites. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the wider applicability of this methodology by applying it to flax fibre composites. The work involved determination of the tensile properties of 113 flax technical fibres using an experimentally determined fibre area correction factor to account for the non-circularity of the fibres. The data were then compared with those obtained from back-calculation of the results obtained from longitudinal tensile testing of flax/vinyl ester unidirectional composites manufactured utilising identical fibres to those used in the single fibre tests. Account was taken of the effect of fibre length on strength. The experimentally determined fibre area correction factor was found to be 2.70. Taking this into account for the single fibre tests, the back-calculated modulus of the flax fibres was within 6% of that obtained from the single fibre tests, while the strength was within 7%.

A review on the enhancement of composite’s interface properties through biological treatment of natural fibre/lignocellulosic material

Natural fibre or lignocellulosic fibres have aroused the attention of scientists in the polymer industry, given their eco-friendly, low density, and biodegradability. Nevertheless, the major obstacle to wide commercial applications is the incompatibility between polar natural plant fibres with non-polar polymer matrix due to different chemical constitutions. Therefore, surface treatment of natural fibres before they are implemented to prepare fibre-reinforced composites is considered. Chemical and physical treatments are not preferred as it involves hazardous chemicals and high energy consumption. This review article provides an overview of various environmentally friendly approaches, such as introducing bacterial nanocellulose, pre-treatment with bacterial cellulase, fungal treatment, and enzymatic treatments aimed to treat natural fibres. The implications of working mechanisms on the characteristics of fibre itself and polymer composites with reinforcement are reviewed. The application of treated fibres reinforced composites and comparison of biological treatment with other treatments are discussed in this article. It is evidenced that fibre that undergoes biological modifications facilitates better fibre-matrix interfacial adhesion, has stronger mechanical bonding with the matrix, along with the reduction of water uptake of the composites.

A natural plant fiber for gut inflammatory diseases: A randomized, double-blind, parallel group, reference controlled study

Background: Recent studies indicate that imbalanced gut microbiota and gut inflammation lead to various gut-related disorders. Natural dietary supplementation is a complementary approach to address gut inflammation and gut-related disorders. In this context, Consolax®developed, a patent-filed innovative plant fiber formula with prebiotic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties. This study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of Consolax® on gut health/inflammation among human subjects with imbalanced gut microbiota, gut inflammation, and inflammatory bowel syndrome. Methods: We conducted a randomized, double-blind, parallel reference-controlled study among 24 of 29 subjects screened for the Rome IV Diagnostic Criteria for functional inflammatory disease, predominantly irritable bowel syndrome. The subjects were randomized into the test and reference groups (each, n=12). The test group underwent supplementation with Consolax® powder 5 g daily (b.i.d.) and the reference group received the reference product (psyllium husk powder) at the same dose of 5 g daily (b.i.d.). Both supplements were administered orally for 30 days along with standard care. Efficacy and safety outcomes were evaluated at four different time intervals, days 7+2 (visit 1), 14+2 (visit 2), 21+2 (visit 3), and 30+2 (visit 4). Results: Consolax® supplementation lowered abdominal pain (based on the Visual Analog Scale) within the treatment groups during visits 3 and 4 compared to the baseline. Beneficial bacterial levels increased (p<0.0139) among Consolax®-supplemented subjects during visit 4 and pathogenic bacterial levels (p<0.004) decreased within and between the groups. The test group showed increased stool consistency (p<0.0005) and significantly improved (p<0.0005) spontaneous complete bowel movement during visit 4. The study results further underlie the anti-inflammatory properties of the test product which reflected in decreased inflammatory marker levels. Conclusion: Consolax® is efficacious with excellent tolerability and safety for patients with imbalanced gut microbiota and in addressing overall gut health issues.

FEM analysis of polymeric hybrid composites

Natural fiber Composites have low density & are bio-degradable along with easy handling & disposal as compared to synthetic fibers like glass, carbon, Kevlar etc. Research in this area may assist ease in design and efficient application of natural fibers. With this aim finite element modeling of natural plant and animal fiber reinforced polymeric hybrid composites is attempted here using Ansys® Composite Prepost (ACP) module of workbench 18.2. Woven jute fabric was initially modelled as a unit woven cell (2 * 2 yarn) in Texgen® and the subsequent elastic constants were calculated through Abaqus® using cdmHUB®. Weight fractions of fibers and matrix were converted into respective volume fractions for calculation of relative constituent thickness in the FEM model of ACP. Tensile, compressive and flexural strengths for ASTM D638, ASTM D695 and ASTM D 790 are calculated and compared with experimental values with an average variation of 3.78%. FEM model is successfully checked for validation at volume fraction value slightly less and more than that of maximum strength. In terms of reducing overall density of polymeric hybrid composite, the chicken feather fiber is seen having significant effect, whereas jute fiber improves mechanical properties like tensile strength, compressive strength and flexural strength significantly.