A layered structure having more than one material component with
integrated interfaces is called composites.
Composites which are biodegradable, composed of natural fibre reinforcement embedded into
a biopolymeric matrix are Bio composites. |
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By using a plastic matrix and reinforcing fibres, composites with the best
properties of each can be made. Both fibres
and plastics are light, and in combination, they give composites a very high strength to
weight ratio. By using proper techniques and resins, the natural fibre composites provide
high strength with flexibility and resistance to impact. |
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The advantages of natural fibres like jute are
that, they are abundant, renewable, cheap and of low density, biodegradable and carbon
dioxide neutral. |
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Jute fibre has the potential to compete with glass
fibre, as reinforcing agents in plastics. Technologies exist that make it possible to
incorporate jute fibre with synthetic polymers/resins and mould into any composite product
with high physical properties and excellent performance at low weights, i.e. high
stiffness, high strength and low density. |
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Jute composites are emerging as true substitute of
wood. A range of products that are presently being produced from jute composites are
Sheet/Board, Door, Window, Furniture, Corrugated Sheet, Chequered Board etc. |
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advantages: |
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Unbreakable, maintenance free, durable |
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Fire retardant and water resistant |
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UV, termite, acid and alkali resistant |
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Less abrasive |
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Less costly |
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Low thermal conductivity |
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Biodegrable |
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Renewable |
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Eco-friendly and |
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Stronger than wood |
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