Paper Properties of Typha Latifolia, Pennisetum Alopecuroides, and Agave Americana Fibers and Their Effect as a Substitute for Kraft Pulp Fibers
In this study, we have extracted and bleached fibers from three plants (Typha latifolia, Agave americana, and Pennisetum alopecuroides). The obtained pulp contains more than 50% of fines and fibers with lengths not exceeding 1 mm. Generally, the amount of fines depends on fiber source, fiber morphol...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2017-05-01
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Series: | Journal of Natural Fibers |
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Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15440478.2016.1212766 |