Effect of Retting on Surface Chemistry and Mechanical Performance Interactions in Natural Fibers for High Performance Polymer Composites

Sustainability through replacement of non-renewable fibers with renewable fibers is an ecological need. Impact of transportation costs from South-east Asia on the life cycle analysis of the composite is detrimental. Kenaf is an easily grown crop in America. Farm based processing involves placing the...

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Main Author: Ramesh, Dinesh
Other Authors: D'Souza, Nandika Anne, 1967-
Format: Others
Language:English
Published: University of North Texas 2013
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Online Access:https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc271883/