Every year thousands of non-recyclable/nondegradable composite parts end up in landfills, including gigantic parts like wind turbine blades, putting more pressure on composite manufacturers to reevaluate the sustainability of their products and their end-of-life options. This is why many of the industry players are interested in natural fiber composites (NFCs); however, a general unfamiliarity with this newcomer to the composite industry is preventing its widespread use. The purpose of this article is to bridge this gap and to provide a practical guide on the industrial utilization of NFCs.
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