Natural composites

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• Published Subscription Original Research Special issue 19 Mar 2026

  Experimental Investigation of Tensile Strength of Bamboo Fiber/Synthetic Glass Fiber

  By Srikanth Holalu Venkataramana, Sambhaji Shivaji Lore, Vidyasagar Shetty, Mahesh Kumar C L, Rajadurai Murugesan, Sheethal Ravi, Yashwanth Kumar

  Abstract: In this work, hybrid fiber reinforced composites (HFRCs) with enhanced mechanical and physical characteristics are created by reinforcing composite laminates using a blend of natural bamboo fiber and synthetic glass fiber. The primary goal of the inquiry is to assess these composites' tensile and impact properties. In comparison to non-hybrid composites, the hybrid composite, which consists of two layers of bamboo fiber and one layer of bidirectional glass fiber, had …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1700–1710 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research Special issue 7 Jun 2025

  Exploring the Mechanical Characteristics of Three Natural Composite Materials (Kenaf, Sisal, and Banana with Almond shell, Glass, and Silicon carbide fillers): A Comparative Evaluation

  By Kamatchi Hariharan M, Haja Syeddu Masooth P, Lalitha Saravanan A, Anderson A

  Abstract: The current global demand for lightweight, long-lasting, and economically efficient materials is of unprecedented magnitude. Industry sectors including aircraft, automotive, construction, and sports are constantly adapting to fulfil these requirements. Natural composites refer to materials obtained from natural sources that utilise two or more separate components to form a material with improved characteristics. In numerous industries, natural composites offer a potential and ecologically sound alternative to synthetic materials by harnessing …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 492–502 Read article →