Mechanical properties characterization of the Ichu fibers composites

In the recent years, natural fibers are gaining an outstanding position as a reinforcement material, due to diverse advantages like high specific properties, low cost and low environmental impact. On the other hand, according to the market studies, in the next years the offer of the natural fibers will be in deficit; therefore, exploration of new natural fibers from new resources can be an alternative to fill this gap. Along the Andean region...