2 publications

• Published Subscription Review Article Special issue 5 Feb 2026

  A Review on Properties of Natural Fiber Reinforced Composite Materials for Automotive Application

  By Shaikh Zeeshan Akil, Anil S. Maheswari, Syed Abbas Ali, Sumita Chaturvedi, Yogesh Madhukar Halde, Digambar B Zoman

  Abstract: The use of composite polymer matrix materials is growing rapidly in automotive, marine and aerospace applications due to their light weight and recyclable properties. In the automotive industry, the use of polymer matrix for interior panels, trims, exterior panels and fender assemblies is rapidly increasing in the 21st century. It also stimulates the use of polymer compounds reinforced by natural fibers. Natural fiber polymer composites are a growing industry due …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 915–922 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research Special issue 30 Apr 2025

  Investigating The Mechanical Properties of Sisal/Areca/Sisal Natural Fiber Reinforced Composite Material Treated with NaOH and Filled with Al2O3 and Tio2

  By Shaikh Zeeshan Akil, Anil S. Maheswari, Vaibhav G, Kshatriya, Bhushan S. Deshmukh, Alkesh S. Ajamere, Ravindra A. Tarle

  Abstract: Biopolymer-based composites which are obtained from the natural resources like plants, animal or mineral based have recently attracted significant interest because they can be used in interesting ways in biology and materials science. These materials are generally non-toxic, reusable, and recyclable, which are useful in many situations where sustainability and environmental protection are important. Plant Based fibers like Bamboo, Coir, Kenaf, Banana, Sisal, hemp and jute are proving their potentiality …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 413–425 Read article →