Sisal reinforced polymer composites

Abstract

In recent years, sisal fiber has been widely used as reinforcement of polymer composites due to its renewability, cost effectiveness, low density, high specific strength and modulus. This paper presents a summary of the recent developments of sisal reinforced composites. Structure property relationships and surface modification techniques of the fiber as well as influencing factors of mechanical performance of the composites are reviewed. It is believed that a right combination of fabrication techniques so far developed in accordance with different applications and target user groups should be found out.