Effectiveness of Alkali and Sodium Bicarbonate Treatments on Sugar Palm Fiber: Mechanical, Thermal, and Chemical Investigations

Sugar palm fiber (SPF) as one of the attractive natural fibers to reinforce matrix is gaining attention. This is largely due to its similar properties when compared with other established natural fibers. The aim of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of sodium bicarbonate as a treatment c...

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Main Authors: Isma’ila Mukhtar, Zulkiflle Leman, Edi Syams Zainudin, Mohammad Ridzwan Ishak
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2020-06-01
Series:Journal of Natural Fibers
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15440478.2018.1537872