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152 articles for “bio-composites”
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Developments of Photonic Ferroelectric Ceramic Compose
Abstract: This article is a study of imposed interposed crystal allotropic modification underexposure of electricity. Ferroelectric photonic ceramic powder and films are usual studied in preparation from adoptive transduction in the same crystal based on electrical gradient. Ferroelectric ceramics and thin films used to be processed by the sol-gel method, where empirical variables of interest have been their chemical composition, constituent phases, and microstructure. Functional attributes made metal oxide compose like …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 37–44 Read article
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Use of Nano-additives in Rubber Compounding: A Review
Abstract: Rubber nanocomposites nowadays find an important position both in academic and industrial point of view and extensive research work is under way in this area. Due to their ever-growing significance of nano-additives, thorough investigation becomes necessary especially for their applications in various industries. Due to enhanced surface area and high aspect ratio of nanomaterials results in superior matrix/filler interaction and lead to superior and versatile properties in wide range of …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 40–47 Read article
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Flexural Properties of Vetiver Fiber Reinforced Polyethylene Composite are Affected by Processing Parameters
Abstract: Fiber reinforced polymer composites have long been influential in a variety of applications due to their great particular strength and modulus. Vetiver fiber (VF)/thermoplastic composites are an alternative material for solving the environmental pollution problem related to synthetic polymers. The benefits of natural fibers (such as coir, jute, vetiver, calotropis gigantea, flax, hemp, kenaf, etc.) over traditional reinforcing fibers (glass and carbon fiber) are their easy obtainability, renewability, non-corrosive nature, …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Chemical Engineering Aspects of Carrageenan Hydrogel–Silver Composite Systems: Synthesis, Structure, and Performance
Abstract: This review presents a green chemistry–driven strategy for the synthesis, design, and chemical engineering of carrageenan-based hydrogel matrices embedded with green-synthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) for advanced biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. Silver nanoparticles were fabricated through an environmentally benign route employing natural biopolymeric reducing and stabilizing agents, eliminating the need for hazardous chemical reagents and minimizing ecological impact. The synthesized AgNPs were subsequently incorporated into κ-carrageenan hydrogel networks under controlled physicochemical …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 7–28 Read article
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Chemical Engineering Aspects of Carrageenan Hydrogel–Silver Composite Systems: Synthesis, Structure, and Performance
Abstract: This review presents a green chemistry-driven strategy for the synthesis, design, and chemical engineering of carrageenan-based hydrogel matrices embedded with green-synthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) for advanced biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. Silver nanoparticles were fabricated through an environmentally benign route employing natural biopolymeric reducing and stabilizing agents, eliminating the need for hazardous chemical reagents and minimizing ecological impact. The synthesized AgNPs were subsequently incorporated into κ-carrageenan hydrogel networks under controlled physicochemical …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 7–27 Read article
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Microscopic Avengers: The Rise of Nanorobots in Biomedical Engineering
Abstract: Nanorobotics is an emerging field at the intersection of nanotechnology and robotics, offeringa promising new frontier in biomedical engineering. Nanorobots, at the scale of a fewhundred nanometres, are designed to perform a variety of tasks within the human body,ranging from targeted drug delivery to precise surgical procedures. This article explores theevolution, design, functionality, and applications of nanorobots in biomedical engineering,highlighting their potential to revolutionize healthcare.The evolution of nanorobots has seen …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Self-healing Polymer Nanocomposites study using filler effect
Abstract: Polymers, while versatile, often lack the desired mechanical strength, thermal stability, or barrierproperties for high-performance applications. This limitation is elegantly addressed bycreating polymer nanocomposites. These materials are formed by incorporating small amounts(typically 1-5 wt%) of nanoscale fillers (e.g., carbon nanotubes, graphene, silica, clay, metaloxide nanoparticles) into a polymer matrix. The magic of nanocomposites lies in the incrediblyhigh surface area-to-volume ratio of the nanoparticles and their unique interactions with thepolymer chains. …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering Read article
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Self-healing Polymer Nanocomposites study using filler effect
Abstract: Polymers, while versatile, often lack the desired mechanical strength, thermal stability, or barrier properties for high-performance applications. This limitation is elegantly addressed by creating polymer nanocomposites. These materials are formed by incorporating small amounts (typically 1-5 wt%) of nanoscale fillers (e.g., carbon nanotubes, graphene, silica, clay, metal oxide nanoparticles) into a polymer matrix. The magic of nanocomposites lies in the incredibly high surface area-to-volume ratio of the nanoparticles and their …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Harvesting of Solar Energy in Nanotechnology
Abstract: Nanotechnology is an impressive technology that resolved the energy related problem to provides a wide range of resources. Many appliances and increasing mechanism may be less as compared to 100 nm, for this purpose it provides an innovative tradition in the direction of storation, catch in addition to convert the power through different mechanism. The sun has an enormous quantity of a force that may be obtained from side to …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Plant-drive Waste Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites: Modification of Fiber Surface Treatment
Abstract: Plant fibers are being utilized more frequently to create polymer composite parts for the aerospace, construction, and automotive industries. The increased awareness of the toxicity of synthetic fibers is what has caused a rise in the use of plant fibers across a variety of industries. It is crucial to emphasize that "Earth needs humans, not humans need earth," hence decision-makers and researchers are working to replace conventional materials with eco-friendly …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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INFLUENCE OF SPIRULINA PLATENSIS ON GROWTH OF CHINESE CABBAGE AS A BIOSTIMULANT
Abstract: In this article products derived from a blue-green microalgae filtrate of Spirulina platensis (used for seed soaking and foliar spray) were tested in the cultivation of microgreen Chinese cabbage or bok choy or Brassica rapa spp chinensis. The effect of shoot length, root length, multielemental composition was studied using inductively coupled plasma-optical emission spectrometry, multielemental analyses of algal products and chinese cabbage were conducted inductive coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Development of Nanocomposites for Sensor Applications
Abstract: The development of nanocomposites for sensor applications represents a significant breakthrough in materials science and engineering, driven by the unique properties of nanomaterials. Nanocomposites, which combine nanoparticles with polymers or other matrices, exhibit enhanced mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties, making them highly suitable for various sensing applications. The integration of nanoparticles, such as metal oxide, carbon nanotubes, and graphene, into a composite framework can dramatically increase sensitivity and selectivity, enabling …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 18–37 Read article
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Physico-Mechanical and Degradation Properties on Agro-Waste Based Polymer Composites Reinforced with Banana Bunch Fiber
Abstract: The usage of banana bunch fibers in polymer composite parts for the automotive, aerospace, and construction industries is growing. As people grow more aware of the danger of synthetic fibers, banana bunch fibers are being used in an increasing variety of sectors. It is important to recognize that humans depend on the Earth for survival, not the other way around. This understanding drives scientists and policymakers to seek alternatives to …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Antimicrobial Activity of Waste Pulp of Citrus sinensis and Citrus limetta
Abstract: An antimicrobial is a substance which kills or inhibits the growth of different types of micro-organisms such as bacteria, fungi or protozoans. Citrus fruit products act as antimicrobial agents against the bacteria and the fungus. Citrus fruits belong to the family Rutaceae. The main objective was to determine the antimicrobial activity of Citrus sinensis waste pulp and to determine the antimicrobial activity of Citrus limetta waste pulp. The citrus pulp …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–22 Read article
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A Study of Self-Healing Polymer Nanocomposites with Filler Effect
Abstract: Considering their versatility, polymers sometimes lack the barrier properties, mechanical strength, and thermal stability required for high-performance applications. The creation of polymer nanocomposites is an advanced solution to this restriction. To make these materials, nanoscale fillers like carbon nanotubes, graphene, silica, clay, and metal oxide nanoparticles are added to a polymer matrix in small amounts (typically 1–5% weight percentage). The nanoparticles’ incredibly high surface area-to-volume ratio, as well as their …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 26–35 Read article
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Rheological Study of Waste Polyethylene Terephthalate with Bitumen Mix in Pavement Construction
Abstract: Plastic bags which are composed of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is commonly used as for soft drink, water bottles and many other applications. However, disposal of this waste PET in large quantities constitutes an environmental problem, as it is considered as non-biodegradable materials. This study investigated rheological study of waste PET to be mixed with bitumen use as a raw material for pavement construction. The effect of temperature was varied from …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 36–48 Read article
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Medicinal Application of Nano Composites of Al 8081 Alloy/Tib2 in Acid Chloride and Neutral Chloride Mediums at Laboratory Temperature
Abstract: Nanomaterials are at the leading edge of the rapidly growing subject of nanotechnology. Their precise size-dependent homes make these materials advanced and imperative in any areas of human activity. This brief review tries to summarise the maximum latest developments in the subject of carried out nanomaterials, specially their application in biology and medicine, and discusses their commercial is at ion prospects. This paper evaluates corrosion properties of TiB2/Al8081 alloy immediately …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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Thermodynamic Techniques in Food Chemistry – A Review
Abstract: The thermal activities of food strongly depend on its composition. The aims of food processing are to inactivate spoilage and pathogenic microorganisms and to sustain this condition in storage. Using calorimetric techniques, many physicochemical effects can be detected in the temperature range between -50°C and 300°C. Biophysical techniques viz., isothermal titration (ITC) and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) are used to characterize the structure and properties of food materials before and …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Water Quality Mapping of Tirupur District During Seasonal Variation
Abstract: Groundwater is an essential and vital component of any life support system. It is not only the basic need for human existence but also a vital input for all development activities. Our prime aim should be to preserve and to maintain the balanced biological communities and sustainable stream ecosystem health. In this study, the quality of groundwater in study area is analysed using IS standard methods. A detailed geo-chemical study …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Modification of Poly Vinyl alcohol by Grafting and Appropriate Blending for Higher Stability and Biomedical field Application
Abstract: PVA is a one of the most important vinyl polymer which is widely used in industrial applications. PVA polymer has excellent adhesive property, solubility in water and it is biodegradable. But when it is modified by appropriate crosslinking or grafting or blending techniques then its physical as well as stability is altered. When polymer is modified by blending with other materials then its degradability decreases but thermal stability increases. In …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 27–33 Read article