Production of Biocomposites Using Different Pre-treated Cut Jute Fibre and Polylactic Acid Matrix and Their Properties

The extensive use of petroleum-based plastics has led to serious environmental problems worldwide. A viable alternative is to replace these polymers with those that are biodegradable. Polylactic acid (PLA) is a biodegradable polymer with properties that are similar to petroleum-based polymers. Howev...

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Main Authors: Heidy Burrola-Núñez, Pedro Herrera-Franco, Herlinda Soto-Valdez, Dora Evelia Rodríguez-Félix, Rodrigo Meléndrez-Amavizca, Tomás Jesús Madera-Santana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2021-11-01
Series:Journal of Natural Fibers
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15440478.2019.1693473