Open AccessThe Role of Composites for Sustainable Society and Industry
Author(s) -
Ragil Widyorini,
Nasmi Herlina Sari,
Muji Setiyo,
Gunawan Refiadi
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
mechanical engineering for society and industry
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2798-5245
DOI - 10.31603/mesi.6188
Subject(s) - fiber , natural fiber , environmentally friendly , sustainability , composite material , materials science , automotive industry , aerospace , engineering , ecology , biology , aerospace engineering
In the last few decades, the global community's demands are getting stronger for more environmentally friendly materials. Natural fiber reinforced composites have been applied as reinforcement in concrete, sound absorbers, buildings, aeronautical, aerospace, sanitation, electronics, bridge decks, interior, automotive, sports equipment and furniture industries, modular structures, and others. Natural fibers are receiving high attention due to their sustainability, environmental friendliness, low density, low cost, low abrasiveness, renewability, and biodegradability, as well as contributing to the consumption of CO2 gas. As reported by many researchers, Indonesia has several natural resources for natural fibers such as bark fiber, leaf fiber, seed/fruit fiber, grass fiber, stalk fiber, and wood fiber.