Inspired by Reinforced-Concrete Structures: High-Strength, Stable, Sustainable Reed-Based Plastics.

ABSTRACT: Green and sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics can reduce environmental pollution and alleviate the resource crisis. Reed straw (Rs) is a rapidly growing, eco-friendly, low-cost, and natural fiber with great potential as a sustainable resource. However, the development of high-performance plastic substitutes from Rs is challenging owing to its weak interfacial bonding. Herein, inspired by the structure of reinforced concrete, a top-down strategy is adopted using a simple and rapid physical-filling and directional-assembly method in which the adhesive is evenly filled and adhered to the regular and continuous reed fiber skeleton. A reed-based plastic with high strength, stability, fire resistance, and nontoxicity is developed using this approach via densification and rapid c

SUBMITTER: Huang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12561195 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature