Natural fibers and their applications: A review
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.59746/jfes.v1i1.13Keywords:
Applications, Chemical treatments, Eco-friendliness, Natural fibersAbstract
Natural fibers are playing a major role in so many applications such as biomedical
applications, aerospace Industry, structural applications, and automotive. This review aims to
provide an overview of technological process (chemical treatment), availability, and the most
prominent applications of natural fibers that made them preferable to be employed in these
applications.
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