Potential of natural fiber in unsaturated polyester biocomposite application

Piedad Gañán, Daniel Marín, Daniel H. Builes

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Abstract

Unsaturated polyester resin (UPR) is one of the most common synthetic matrices used for composites. Their applications include simple elements as ceiling until more complex as aeronautic devices. One of the constant concerns about these composites is reducing their environmental impact. An alternative is the inclusion of renewable raw materials that increase the carbon bio-based. That is the reason UPR matrices have been reinforced or modified using components isolated from natural resources, such as vegetable, animal, and mineral. This chapter contains six sections where is commented general aspects related to these biocomposites and their potential applications. The chapter starts with an introduction that considers the general concepts of the biocomposites based on UPR matrices. The second part presents information about natural reinforcements, nano-objects from nature sources, and natural fiber configurations. Then, it is included comments on aspects of fiber modifications used to improve interactions with UPR matrices. The next part treats about the main technologies used for UPR biocomposites manufacture. Two final parts present information about the UPR biocomposite applications and the challenges of UPR biocomposites to satisfy market demands performance.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationApplications of Unsaturated Polyester Resins
Subtitle of host publicationSynthesis, Modifications, and Preparation Methods
PublisherElsevier
Chapter11
Pages169-203
Number of pages35
ISBN (Electronic)9780323994668
ISBN (Print)9780323994675
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2023

Publication series

NameApplications of Unsaturated Polyester Resins: Synthesis, Modifications, and Preparation Methods

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Keywords

  • Biocomposites
  • Cellulose
  • Composite processing
  • Fiber treatment
  • Fiber–matrix interface
  • Natural fibers
  • Unsaturated polyester

Types Minciencias

  • Capítulos en libro resultado de investigación

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