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22 articles for “coir fibers”
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Study of Thermal Conductivity and Hardness of Coir Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Composite
Abstract: Researchers are drawn to polymer reinforced natural fibers composite for the development of new materials. The research aims to use waste fibers, specifically coir, to create polymer composite materials. Thermal conductivity and hardness of the composite results are determined under various conditions. Coir fiber is used as the reinforcement material and Coir powder is used as the filler material in the study. In the case of the matrix, the epoxy …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1576–1582 Read article
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Stabilization of Black Cotton Soil with Blending of Coir Fiber
Abstract: Stabilization of soil is a major challenge in civil engineering. About 20 % of land area in India is covered by black cotton soil. Structures built on black cotton soil may be damaged because of high swelling and shrinkage characteristics of this soil with variation of water content. Black cotton soil is an expansive soil which loses its strength in presence of water. On the other hand, it reflects behavior …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 8–11 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Self-Compacting Concrete Using Coir Fiber
Abstract: Concrete is the construction material widely used throughout the world. Construction materials used in the industry should be friendly with the environment during their usage. Self-compacting concrete (SCC) is an innovative concrete that does not require vibration for placing and compaction. It is able to flow under its own weight, completely filling formwork and achieving full compaction, even in the presence of congested reinforcement. The hardened concrete is dense, homogenous …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Bio-Derived TPS–Lignin Hybrid Composites Reinforced with Modified Coir and Plantain Fibers for Eco-Efficient Structural Applications
Abstract: This study develops bio-derived polymer composites using a thermoplastic starch–lignin (TPS–lignin) matrix reinforced with alkali-treated coir and plantain fibers for sustainable load-bearing applications. The TPS–lignin matrix was formulated using cassava starch, glycerol, and 10 wt% lignin, while coir and plantain fibers were surface-modified using 5 wt% NaOH to enhance interfacial compatibility. Composite laminates were fabricated with varying fiber loadings (10–40 wt%) through melt-mixing and hot-press compression. Tensile, thermal, morphological, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 136–145 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of High-Performance Fiber Reinforced Concrete Incorporating Fly Ash, Coir Husk Ash, and Hybrid Fibers
Abstract: High-Performance Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (HPFRC) is an advanced composite material designed to improve the mechanical properties and durability of conventional concrete. This study investigates the effects of fly ash (FA), coir pith ash (CPA), and various fiber reinforcements (polypropylene, coir, and kenaf) on the compressive strength of HPFRC. The research evaluates the influence of natural admixtures, single fiber additions, and hybrid fiber combinations to optimize mix proportions for enhanced structural performance. …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Strength and Durability Characteristics of Fiber Modified Asphaltic Bitumen
Abstract: Flexible pavements with bituminous surfacing are widely used in India. Exponential increase in traffic, overloading of commercial vehicles and significant variations in daily and seasonal temperatures have shown some limitations of conventional bitumen performance. Earlydevelopments of distress symptoms like cracking, rutting, raveling, undulations, shoving and potholing of bituminous surfacing have been reported for flexible pavements. Toenhance the properties of road, bitumen is modified by the addition of some waste materials. …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Effect of Chemical Treatment of Coir Dust on the Dielectric Behavior of Bio-waste Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: The present work is focused on analyzing the effect of the chemical treatment of coir dust fibers on the dielectric properties of epoxy polymer matrix composites. Coir dust is a spongy, peat-like residue obtained from the processing of coconut husk for coir fiber .The coir dust was washed and sun dried. The dried coir dust was treated with chemicals such as HCl, CH3COOH, KOH and NaOH. An untreated and treated …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 84–96 Read article
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An Experimental Study on the Fabrication and Mechanical Properties of Natural Fiber Reinforced Polymer Hybrid Composites
Abstract: Natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites are increasingly investigated as lower-impact alternatives to conventional synthetic fiber systems. This work fabricated and mechanically characterized a sisal-coconut coir fiber-reinforced epoxy hybrid composite and compared its performance with a glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) epoxy composite under the reported laboratory conditions. The hybrid reinforcement contained 75% sisal fiber and 25% coconut coir fiber and was incorporated into an epoxy LY556/HY951 matrix by the hand lay-up technique. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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Development and Mechanical Characterization of Polymer based Bio Composite Filaments for FDM Applications
Abstract: Additive Manufacturing (AM) is an advanced fabrication process capable of producing complex and intricate components to meet diverse industrial and customer demands. For small-scale producers and researchers, FDM is the most straightforward, affordable, and easily accessible of the several AM processes. The majority of conventional polymer feedstocks used in FDM lack sufficient mechanical strength and thermal stability, which limits their use in load-bearing or structural components. This effort aims to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 743–751 Read article
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Effect of Fiber Addition in Geopolymer Concrete: A Study on Comparison betweenNatural and Artificial Fibers
Abstract: Geopolymer concrete is an inorganic polymer concrete, containing no ordinary Portland cement (OPC). It is produced by reacting alumino-silicate source material with alkaline solution. Geopolymer concrete has highly desirable structural engineering properties, which can lead to significant environmental and economic benefits. Fibers in general and polypropylene (PP) fibers in particular have gained popularity in recent years for use in concrete, mainly owing to their low price and excellent characteristics. Alkalineliquids …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Innovations and Comparative Analyses in Foam Concrete: A Review of Emerging Techniques and Materials
Abstract: Foam concrete, recognized for its lightweight and eco-friendly properties, is gaining prominence as a sustainable construction material. However, challenges such as low mechanical strength, performance variability, and limited environmental resistance have prompted significant innovations in recent years. This study synthesizes findings from three key studies focused on enhancing foam concrete’s performance through nanomaterials, natural fibers, and alternative lightweight aggregates. The incorporation of nano-silica and nano-calcium carbonate into coal gangue foam …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 Read article
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Experimental Study on Waste Fibers in Concrete
Abstract: The rising expense of building, along with the progressive impact on the environment, has driven experts to adopt natural fibers such as coir and bamboo fibers and synthetic fibers such as plastic fibers for boosting concrete strength. Fibers are readily available at the test location, making them comparatively suitable as a reinforcing material in concrete. Concrete with fibers was compared to conventional concrete, and different strength parameters such as bending, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 190–201 Read article
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Investigation of Dielectric Properties of a Novel Hybrid Polymer Composite using Industrial and Bio-waste
Abstract: AbstractFly ash is an industrial waste which creates environmental problems. Coir dust is a byproduct of coir fiber production. Novel low-cost hybrid polymer composite using coir dust and fly ash particle reinforcement is prepared. Investigation of dielectric behavior of this hybrid polymer composite proves its efficacy as a high-value marketable product. Individual compacts of coir dust, fly ash, coir dust and fly ash are also prepared for comparison with the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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A Study On Improving The Performance Of Concrete Using Coconut Fibers
Abstract: The aim of this study is to explore the incorporation of coconut fiber into M30 grade concrete and assess its impact on the strength characteristics. A literature review of different fibers is conducted and highlighting the working parameters. This research focuses to explore the efficacy of employing coconut fibers as micro reinforcement in concrete. The investigated properties encompass the compressive strength of the coconut fibers reinforced concrete (CFRC) at different …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 26–36 Read article
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NDT Studies on Geopolymer Concrete with Addition of Natural Fibers
Abstract: Modern day construction activities are not proved to be enviro-friendly and most of the building materials we use for the construction purpose consumes lot of natural resources and have huge carbon foot print. Innovations in civil engineering industry is also taking place apart from usage of regular materials, once such innovative material that has potential to reduce the carbon foot print is Geopolymer. In our country the research in Geopolymer …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Optimizing Green Composites for Automotive Applications Using Taguchi-Based Grey Relational Analysis
Abstract: The increasing demand for sustainable and lightweight materials in the automotive industry has driven the exploration of green composites as an alternative to conventional synthetic composites. This study focuses on optimizing the mechanical properties of green composites using Taguchi-based Grey Relational Analysis. Four natural fibers—pineapple, sisal, coir, and Nava—were reinforced with cashew resin and synthetic resin matrices, incorporating silica and granite fillers of varying sizes. Key properties, including hardness, impact …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 743–754 Read article
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Impact of various Fibers on the Mechanical and Durability Performance of Fibre-Reinforced Concrete with SBR latex
Abstract: Recent years included a proliferation of research efforts focused on fibre reinforced concrete (FRC), an innovation that perceives extensive application in the construction industry. FRC's enhanced mechanical properties ahead of conventional concrete have broadened its significance recently. Natural fibers have been produced in response to expanding environmental deterioration in recent years, and research is currently continuing with the goal of utilizing them in the construction field. This study explores the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 26–40 Read article
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Investigating The Mechanical Properties of Sisal/Areca/Sisal Natural Fiber Reinforced Composite Material Treated with NaOH and Filled with Al2O3 and Tio2
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
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Sustainable Polymer Composites Reinforced with Natural Fibers: Processing, Properties, and Applications
Abstract: The environmental footprint of synthetic plastics has led to extensive studies of sustainable polymer composites reinforced with natural fibers like jute, sisal, hemp, flax, and coir. These biocomposites offer a greener solution to the conventional petroleum-based materials, which blends biodegradability and competitive mechanical characteristics. The present paper focuses on the processing methods, mechanical and thermal characteristics, and the possible application of natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites (NFRPCs). A survey of 50 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1663–1670 Read article
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Investigation of Mechanical Behaviour in Brake Shoe Liner by Using Composite and Nano Materials
Abstract: The mechanical performance of the brake shoe liners dictates the safety and efficiency of the vehicles; thus, brakes are very vital in ensuring controlled deceleration and stopping. In the past few decades, composites have significantly impacted the automotive industry through lighter, stronger, and sturdier alternatives to traditional materials improving overall performance. Nano additives are of key importance in such composites, improving not only the mechanical properties but, more significantly, the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 280–295 Read article