The Role of Natural Fibers in the Building Industry—The Perspective of Sustainable Development
Abstract Contemporary construction faces the need to reduce its negative impact on the environment, prompting designers, investors, and contractors to…
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Exploring the Role of Advanced Composites and Biocomposites in Agricultural Machinery and Equipment: Insights into Design, Performance, and Sustainability
Abstract The agricultural sector faces growing pressure to enhance productivity and sustainability, prompting innovation in machinery design. Traditional materials such…
Influence of Alkaline Treatment and Fiber Morphology on the Mechanical, Physical, and Thermal Properties of Polypropylene and Polylactic Acid Biocomposites Reinforced with Kenaf, Bagasse, Hemp Fibers and Softwood
Abstract This novel study explores a comprehensive approach, combining fiber and matrix structure–property relationships. By integrating alkali treatment, fiber mapping,…
Assessment of Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Hemp-Lime Mortar
Abstract The use of renewable and natural materials characterized by the low environmental impact is nowadays a key issue for…
Targeted Metagenomics of Retting in Flax: The Beginning of the Quest to Harness the Secret Powers of the Microbiota
Abstract The mechanical and chemical properties of natural plant fibers are determined by many different factors, both intrinsic and extrinsic…