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Investigation of Epoxy-based Wood Adhesives

Creator:

Mousavi, Seyyed Yahya

Abstract:

Wood-based composites such as plywood and particleboard are produced with a thermoset adhesive via a hot-press process. At present, UF is the most commonly used thermoset adhesive for production of decorative plywood. The emission of the carcinogenic formaldehyde from UF-bonded panels during the use of panels affects the indoor air...

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Dissertation
Development and evaluation of novel coupling agents for kenaf-fiber-reinforced unsaturated polyester composites

Creator:

Ren, Xiaofeng

Abstract:

Natural fibers are gaining popularity as reinforcement materials for thermoset resins over the last two decades. Natural fibers are inexpensive, abundant, renewable and environmentally friendly. Kenaf fibers are one of the natural fibers that can potentially be used for reinforcing unsaturated polyester (UPE). As a polymer matrix, UPE enjoys a...

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Dissertation
The effects of extractives and compatibilizers on the flexural properties of natural fiber-thermoplastic composites

Creator:

Saputra, Hartono A.

Abstract:

Natural fibers such as wood, flax, and hemp are frequently used as fillers in natural fiber-plastic composites (NFPCs). At present, wood fiber is the most commonly used filler in the production of wood-plastic composites (WPCs). The advantages of these fibers compared to conventional inorganic fibers such as glass fiber is...

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Masters Thesis