Optimization of Processing Conditions Via Response Surface Methodology (RSM) of Nonwoven Flax Fibre Reinforced Acrodur Biocomposites

Currently, there is a significant drive to switch to more sustainable and renewable materials, whilst still reducing weight and cost and maintaining reliability. In addition, with some renewable materials, end-of-life vehicle issues are more easily addressed because the materials are biodegradable or easily recycled. Natural fibres such as flax fibre (FF)have several advantages that have made them particularly attractive to the automobile...