Reinforced non-conventional material composites: a comprehensive review

ABSTRACT

The strong incentive to switch from conventional to non-conventional reinforced raw materials along with requirements for compliance of environmental and health issues are major concerns in modern manufacturing sector. The use of bio-compatible, non-conventional materials in different engineering applications is not only ecologically viable but also it is economical and saves conventional resources (like: oil/coal/light, etc.). This paper systematically outlines use of non-conventional reinforced materials from sustainability viewpoint. Further the study summarises the benefits of fibre reinforced thermoplastic composites for additive manufacturing applications as a case study. Moreover, biomaterials for the production of implants are highlighted. Further, the safety and environmental issues generated due to the use of non-biodegradable plastic packaging materials are also addressed with the use of bio-based packaging and nano-composite materials.

KEYWORDS:

• Bio-compatible
• bio-degradability
• polymeric composites
• additive manufacturing
• food packaging

Disclosure statement

No potential conflict of interest was reported by the authors.