The focus of this work will be on changes in the properties of natural fibers through repeated processing in various ways. This involves the use of scientific information analyzing the physical properties of natural fibers and their evolution as a function of external influences and aging processes. This analysis is primarily of practical importance in the recycling of various organic materials, in order to obtain secondary raw materials for the production of various industrial products, and in the reduction of pollution and disposal of waste products. Continuous results of research on wood materials and textile waste composites are analyzed. The aim will be to set a limit on the number of recycling cycles after which the properties of the fibers will be degraded to such an extent that they are rendered inappropriate for recycling, expensive and non-organic.
Keywords: natural fibers, recycling, particle board
Authors
Giedrius Pilkis
KTU (Kaunas University of Technology)
Vaida Jonaitienė
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