Untapped Application Possibilities of Natural Fibers

摘要

Within the "green" movement is a desire to use natural fibers within composite products. However studies have shown that despite their benefits, natural fibers struggle in two areas. But why do those negatives often outweigh some glaring advantages of a 7 billion pound industry? "Natural Fibers for Composites 101: When, Why and How to Replace Fiberglass with Kenaf/Jute/Flax," presented by Larry Dickinson, president of 3F, addressed these sometimes frustrating issues.