Bamboo Fiber-reinforced Composites

Bamboo Fiber-reinforced Composites: Fabrication, Performance, Sustainability and Applications is a comprehensive and up-to-date reference resource that presents the latest advances and technological developments in this important research field. The book extensively covers the classifications, basic structure, compositions, extraction, morphology, processing and surface modification, and properties of various types of bamboo fibers. It also delves into the processing, fabrication, characterizations, and diverse applications of multifunctional composites consisting of bamboo fibers and their diverse matrices (thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, biopolymers, geopolymers, biodegradable polymers and concrete). It also covers their fabrication, properties, and performance evaluations for various applications such as aerospace, automotive, sports equipment, medical devices, wind turbines, infrastructure, water purification, piezoresistive sensors, fire retardants, EMI shielding and eco-friendly packaging. The book also addresses significant issues and emerging challenges related to bamboo fiber composite including manufacture, processing parameters, dimensional stability, and sustainability.