Although jute fiber-reinforced PLA composites show strong application prospects, their low mechanical properties limit applications to some extent. In this paper, nano-SiO2 particles as well nano SiO2 modified by coupling agents which can efficiently improve the strength and toughness of composite materials are introduced into matrix. The bending, stretching thermal designed jute/PLA nonwoven w...

Minimum soil disturbance and increased crop residue retention practices are promising options to enhance organic matter, nutrient concentration yield. However, the potentials of in improving properties, increasing yield ensuring economic return have not been tested monsoon rice (Oryza sativa L.)-lentil (Lens culinaris L.)/wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)-jute (Corchorus L.) cropping systems on seas...

Cellulose crystals (CC) were chemically derived from jute by alkali treatment, bleaching and subsequent hydrolysis with 40 % sulfuric acid. Infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) suggested sufficient removal of lignin and hemicellulose from the raw jute and scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and X-ray diffraction (XRD) studies demonstrated the preparation of microcrystalline cellulose. CC reinforced po...

A "thick stem" mutant of Corchorus olitorius L. was induced at M2 (0.50%, 4 h, EMS) and the true breeding mutant is assessed across generations (M5 to M7) considering morphometric traits as well as SEM analysis of pollen grains and raw jute fibres, stem anatomy, cytogenetical attributes, and lignin content in relation to control. Furthermore, single fibre diameter and tensile strength are also ...

We analyze the dynamics of public and private sector employment, using the natural experiment provided by the partial privatization of the Bangladeshi jute industry. A differences-in-differences approach allows us to infer ownership effects. Although the public sector had substantial excess employment of workers initially, this excess was substantially eroded by the end of the period we study. ...

Observations were made among the members of the Indian staff of the Ludlow Jute Mills and their family members during second half of 1947. The residential area is surrounded on all sides with water, namely, ground tanks, stagnant canals, railway borrowpits and the river. Incidence of malarial fevers has been quite high in the area. There are 8 families and a bachelors' mess. Malaria incidence o...

In order to promote the use of natural fibers in noise and vibration applications, properties these structures should be fully identified. The sound absorption coefficients (SACs) transmission losses (TLs) green luffa fiber samples are thoroughly investigated their acoustic performances compared with homogenous jute hybrid jute/luffa this study. For purpose, different thicknesses (10, 20, 30, 4...

Remote sensing approaches based on both optical and microwave region of EM spectra have been widely adapted for large scale crop monitoring and condition assessment. Visible, infrared and microwave wavelengths are sensitive to different crop characteristics, thus data from optical and radar sensors are complementary. Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) responds to the large scale crop structure (siz...