New Report Examines the Properties and Performance of Natural-Fibre Composites

DUBLIN, Ireland--(Business Wire)--
Research and Markets
(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c88970) has announced the
addition of Properties And Performance of Natural-Fibre Composites to
their offering.

Concern about global warming has led to renewed interest in the
more sustainable use of natural fibers in composite materials. This
important book reviews the wealth of recent research into improving
the mechanical properties of natural-fiber thermoplastic composites so
that they can be more widely used.

The first part of the book provides an overview of the main types
of natural fibers used in composites, how they are processed and, in
particular, the way the fiber-matrix interface can be engineered to
improve performance. Part two discusses the increasing use of
natural-fiber composites in such areas as automotive and structural
engineering, packaging and the energy sector. The final part of the
book discusses ways of assessing the mechanical performance of
natural-fiber composites.

With its distinguished editor and team of contributors, Properties
and performance of natural-fiber composites will be a valuable
reference for all those using these important materials in such areas
as automotive and structural engineering.

ABOUT THE EDITOR

Dr Kim Pickering is a Senior Lecturer in the Engineering
Department at the University of Waikato, New Zealand. She is
internationally known for her research in the area of natural-fibre
composites.

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Research and Markets
Laura Wood, Senior Manager
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press@researchandmarkets.com

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