Exploring the Potential of ZnO Nanoparticle-Treated Fibers in Advancing Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites: A Review

ABSTRACT

Natural fiber-reinforced composites have attracted considerable attention as variable and environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional materials in various industries. However, the development of high-performance natural fiber composites currently faces challenges due to the hydrophilic nature of natural fibers, incompatibility with the matrix, thermal instability, and poor interfacial bonding. To address these challenges, researchers have explored surface treatments, such as alkaline, silane, acetylation, and physical treatments. Unfortunately, such composites with organic compounds are not feasible in structural and high-temperature applications. Therefore, a potential solution lies in the application of ZnO nanoparticles for the surface treatment of natural fibers before preparing fiber-reinforced composites. In light of the aforementioned points, this paper aims to review the impact of using ZnO nanoparticle surface-treated natural fibers in composites, focusing on their mechanical, thermal, and water resistance properties. The review also highlights avenues for future research in this domain.

摘要

天然纤维增强复合材料作为各种行业传统材料的长期、更环保的替代品，正吸引着人们的广泛关注. 由于亲水性、不相容性、热不稳定性和界面结合差，高性能天然纤维复合材料的开发目前面临挑战. 研究人员可以使用碱性、硅烷、乙酰化和物理处理等表面处理来克服这些问题. 然而，这种含有有机化合物的复合材料在结构和高温应用中是不可行的. 因此，在制备纤维增强复合材料之前，通过考虑将ZnO纳米颗粒用于天然纤维的表面处理，可以在更大程度上解决其中的一些问题. 本文旨在综述ZnO纳米颗粒表面处理的天然纤维在复合材料中的影响，重点是力学、热学和耐水性能. 综述结果表明，复合材料的机械强度、耐水性和热稳定性显著提高. 该综述还强调了该领域未来研究的途径.

KEYWORDS:

• Natural fiber reinforced composite
• ZnO nanoparticles
• fiber treatment
• mechanical properties
• thermal properties
• water resistance

关键词:

• 天然纤维增强复合材料
• ZnO 纳米粒子
• 纤维处理
• 机械性能
• 热性能
• 耐水性

Acknowledgments

The author expresses gratitude to the almighty of God for allowing him to conduct a review with good sprite and health.

Disclosure statement

No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author.

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Funding

This review did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not for profit sectors.