Investigation of Miscanthus and Sunflower Stalk Fiber-Reinforced Composites for Insulation Applications. (6th March 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Eschenhagen, Arne; Raj, Magdalena; Rodrigo, Natalia; Zamora, Alejandro; Labonne, Laurent; Evon, Philippe; Welemane, Hélène
• Other Names: Memon Shazim A. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Advances in civil engineering. Volume 2019(2019)
• Publication Date: 2019-03-06
• Subjects: Civil engineering -- Periodicals; Civil engineering; Periodicals; 624
• DOI: 10.1155/2019/9328087
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1687-8086

Abstract

Abstract : The development of materials based on renewable and low-cost resources is today's crucial interest for civil engineering. This work intends to investigate two new vegetable fibers as composite reinforcement for insulation application in the building industry. Miscanthus and sunflower stalk have mainly been selected for their high fiber content, low water content after harvesting, and availability. These criteria lead to good structural properties and allow a reduction in production and transportation costs. This study aims at demonstrating the feasibility to produce cohesive panels from these lignocellulosic fibers and their related interesting mechanical and thermal properties according to various natural binders.