Application of Natural Fibre Composites in Interior Panels in the Automotive Industry: A Review
Application of Natural Fibre Composites in Interior Panels in the Automotive Industry: A Review |
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| © 2024 by IJETT Journal | ||
| Volume-72 Issue-3 |
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| Year of Publication : 2024 | ||
| Author : Mbatha Abednigo Jabu, AA Alugongo, and NZ Nkomo |
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| DOI : 10.14445/22315381/IJETT-V72I3P109 | ||
How to Cite?
Mbatha Abednigo Jabu, AA Alugongo, and NZ Nkomo, "Application of Natural Fibre Composites in Interior Panels in the Automotive Industry: A Review," International Journal of Engineering Trends and Technology, vol. 72, no. 3, pp. 91-98, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/22315381/IJETT-V72I3P109
Abstract
The automotive industry has started using natural fibres to fabricate interior panels for vehicles to increase fuel efficiency, promote sustainability and minimise carbon footprint. Interior panel composite disposal is a global environmental challenge. The disposal methods of interior panels that are made of synthetic fibres and polymers are often not environmentally friendly. Panels are normally disposed of through incineration, which causes air pollution. This review paper discusses the effectiveness of natural fibre composites’ application in the automobile sector. This paper reviews the mechanical properties, endurance, moisture absorption and insect attacks of natural fibres and possible solutions to eliminate the premature failure of the fibres. There is great potential in the use of natural fibres composites in the automotive industry because they are biodegradable, making their disposal process extremely easy and environmentally friendly. Furthermore, the cost of using natural fibre composites is significantly lower than synthetic fibres. However, the excessive moisture absorption and potential for fungus and termite attacks a challenges in natural fibres. There is still a need for further research to enhance the durability, moisture absorption and bacterial resistance of the natural fibres for them to comply with the acceptance standards.
Keywords
Automotive industry, Interior panel, Natural fibre composites, Polymers.
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