Guwahati team of scientists from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT-G) combined bamboo with biodegradable polymers to develop composite materials as a suitable replacement for conventional plastics used in automotive interiors.
The cost -effective and environmentally friendly composite made of bamboo Tulda, the rapidly growing bamboo species grown in the northeast of India, has potential applications in furniture, electronics and packaging industry, scientists, scientists said.
The team said properties such as high strength, thermal stability and low humidity absorption make the composite of a greener alternative to plastics.
The research of the team research was published in the environment, development and sustainability of the magazine. The contribution is co -author of Poonam Kumari, a professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Scientists Research Abir Saha and Nikhil Dilip Kulkarni.
IIT-G scientists tested four bamboo-based composite formulations consisting of bamboo tulda fibers reinforced by BIO-based epoxides. By treating bamboo fibers with alkalia, the team improved its compatibility with the basic polymer, resulting in increased durability for use in the real world.
Developed wording were then evaluated on 17 different parameters to test their tensile strength, thermal resistance, durability, water absorption and the cost per kilogram.
Although these wording had different strengths, none of them had all the characteristics necessary to ensure balanced and high -performance options. To solve the problem, the team used a structured evaluation method known as a multi-criterion of decision-making.
The team identified a bamboo composite made with an epoxy -based BIO -based formula as preferably as best with low humidity, significant thermal stability and mechanical strength.
“The cost -effective nature of the composite, the price of 4300 GBP per kilogram, making it an environmentally friendly solution for car parts such as vehicle dashboard, door panels and back seating,” the paper said.
“The developed composite can be used to design components/parts in consumer electronics, cars, aerospace space, sustainable building materials, etc. The product will replace wood, iron or plastic components and will have similar costs and help meet the goals of sustainable development,” Kumari.
Published – July 25, 2025 03:50
