Fibers, Volume 13, Issue 3

Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifiers (EDFAs) are fundamental to optical communication networks, providing signal amplification while introducing noise that affects system performance. Accurate noise figure estimation is critical for optimizing link budgets,...

The aim of this experimental study was to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of a new strengthening system for reinforced concrete slabs employing external jackets consisting of ultra-high-performance fiber-reinforced-concrete (UHPFRC) and mechan...

This study is based on typical thermal studies on thick, functionally graded material (FGM)-coupled plates and circular shells. Numerical studies have been previously published by researchers on the linear first-order shear deformation theory (FSDT)...

Organic compounds are major constituents in produced water that have gained increasing attention due to their negative impacts on operations and the environment. In this study, a novel hydrophilic polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) hollow fiber (HF) memb...

Cotton, widely used in the textile industry, has a significant environmental impact due to soil degradation and excessive water consumption during cultivation. As a result, there is a growing need for biodegradable alternatives. This study pioneers t...

High-pressure hydrogen storage systems (up to 100 MPa) require advanced materials for safety and reliability, particularly for rubber seals, which are prone to degradation under extreme conditions. This study explores the use of cellulose nanofibers...

Rice straw is an agricultural waste that is difficult to manage and has traditionally been burned or buried, leading to environmental problems. Because of this, the introduction of rice straw into concrete has been proposed to revalue this residue. T...

Fibrous networks are porous materials that can have stochastic and uniform microstructures. Various fibrous networks can be found in nature (e.g., collagens, hydrogels, etc.) or manufactured (e.g., composites and nonwovens). This study focuses on the...

This research explores the use of treated hybrid natural fibers—wheat straw and bamboo—as reinforcements in concrete for pavement applications. Motivated by environmental and economic benefits, the study investigates how these fibers can...

This study explores the combined effects of nanosilica (NS) and basalt fibers (BF) on the mechanical and microstructural properties of superabsorbent polymer (SAP)-modified concrete. NS (0–1.5% replaced by cement weight) and BF (0–1.2% by...

This study investigates the fire resistance capabilities of newly developed loose-fill thermal insulation materials crafted from annual plants such as wheat straw, corn stalk, and water reed. Three processing methodologies were employed: mechanical c...