Methods and materials for reducing flammability behaviour of coir fibre based Composite Boards: A Review. (2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Rejeesh, C.R.; Saju, K.K.
• Is Part Of: Materials today. Volume 4:Number 9(2017)
• Page Start: 9399
• Page End: 9407
• Publication Date: 2017
• Subjects: Coir fibre -- Coir composite boards -- Fire retardants; Materials science -- Congresses -- Periodicals; 620.1
• DOI: 10.1016/j.matpr.2017.06.193
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2214-7853

Abstract

Abstract: Growing awareness and concern over the environment has promoted researchers over the world to focus their attention on studies related to natural fibre reinforced polymer composites along with their relative advantages.Coir fibre a biodegradable natural fibre extracted from the husk of the coconut ( Cocos nucifera L. ), traditionally used for making ropes, carpets or mattresses is now being used in various Fibre Reinforced Polymer composites. Coir fibre based composite boards as a substitute to plywood is a relatively new application and their flammability characteristics are under investigation. Use of coir composite boards for potential applications makes it necessary to add knowledge on the flammability characteristics to widen the range of their application. This paper reviews the potential of coir composites and types of composite boards currently available. It also covers the different types of flame retardants (FRs) that can be used and their mechanisms for inhibiting fire, and discusses the various methods of fire retardant treatment.