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By: Rohit Raval, Pratik Kikani, Rishabh Makwana, Darshan Bhalodia, and Milan Dave.
1-4 Assistant Professor at Mechanical Engineering Department (FOET), Atmiya University, India.
5 Student of Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Department (FOET), Atmiya University, India
Among various natural resources, bamboo has emerged as a promising reinforcement material due to its rapid growth rate, wide availability, low cost, and excellent specific mechanical properties. Bamboobased composite materials combine high strength-to-weight ratio with renewability, making them attractive for diverse engineering applications. The increasing concerns related to resource depletion, carbon emissions, and end-of-life disposal of synthetic composites further highlight the need for biobased and sustainable material solutions. This review presents a comprehensive analysis of bamboobased composite materials, focusing on their fundamental properties, processing techniques, mechanical, and physical performance, durability, and environmental behavior. Various forms of bamboo composites, including fiber-reinforced, laminated, particle-based, and hybrid composites, are discussed in relation to different matrix systems and manufacturing methods. The review also explores current and emerging engineering applications of bamboo composites in construction, automotive, consumer products, and lightweight structural components. Key challenges such as variability in material properties, moisture sensitivity, interfacial bonding issues, durability, and lack of standardized design codes are critically examined. Finally, future research directions are identified, emphasizing advanced surface treatments, hybridization strategies, nano-enhancement, lifecycle assessment, and large-scale industrial implementation to enhance the performance and reliability of bamboo-based composite materials for sustainable engineering applications.
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