Year: 2021
Type: article
Abstract: Pollution due to plastic waste is a major concern for the eco-friendly environment. These manmade waste release various toxins to the environment, which are harmful to mankind. To encounter the effect of the synthetic materials, bio fibre based polymer composites made from bio fibres (jute, hemp, flax, cotton etc.) are emerging as a suitable replacement as bio fibre based polymer composites are low cost, light in weight and eco-friendly. Green Economy is an important aspect of the environment that helps to promote environmentally friendly nature. The present article gives an insight into the various types of bio fibres available along with their mechanical and chemical properties. A detailed discussion on recycling and disposal mechanism and how the use of bio fibre based polymer composites will lead to a sustainable environment in the coming years has been included. At last, the future market trend and potential applications of bio fibre based polymer composites have also been addressed in this article.
Authors: Partha Pratim Das, Vijay Chaudhary
Institution: Amity University
Language: English
Subfield: Polymers and Plastics
Field: Materials Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,200
OpenAlex ID: W3176573381