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<p>Composite materials, sacks, and geotextiles used in agricultural and landscaping applications are predominantly fabricated from petroleum-based synthetic fibers, contributing significantly to microplastic pollution throughout their lifecycle. Substituting synthetic fibers with agricultural waste-derived alternatives, such as Enset (<i>Ensete ventricosum</i>) fiber, offers a promising pathway to reduce petrochemical dependence while enhancing environmental sustainability. This study comprehensively investigated the physico-mechanical properties and industrial potential of Enset pseudo-stem fibers as sustainable alternatives for textile and composite manufacturing. Characterization employed gas pycnometry, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), and tensile testing. FTIR analysis confirmed characteristic cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin absorption peaks. Morphological examination revealed quasi-cylindrical fibers with diameters ranging from 70 to 265&#xa0;μm (average: 156.4&#xa0;μm) and diverse cross-sectional profiles including circular, bean-shaped, and serrated geometries. Density measurements yielded 1.48&#xa0;g/cm³. Tensile testing demonstrated strength values of 415–900&#xa0;MPa (0.28–0.61&#xa0;N/tex), comparable to commercial natural fibers including flax (500–900&#xa0;MPa), jute (350–700&#xa0;MPa), banana (529–914&#xa0;MPa), sisal (400–700&#xa0;MPa), and abaca (300–1600&#xa0;MPa). Tensile strength exhibited inverse relationships with gauge length and fiber diameter, consistent with weakest-link theory. Thermal analysis revealed three-stage degradation with maximum decomposition at 550&#xa0;°C. The hollow tubular morphology provides superior acoustic absorption (3000–6000&#xa0;Hz). Beyond technical merits, Enset fiber valorization creates sustainable income opportunities for rural farmers while mitigating environmental impacts of synthetic fiber production and agricultural waste, positioning it as a viable eco-friendly alternative for packaging, geotextiles, composites, and acoustic applications.</p>

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Cellulosic Enset fiber from agricultural waste as sustainable material for industrial application

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    2026年5月13日

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  • Alhayat G. Temesgen,
  • J. Kaufmann,
  • H. Cebulla

摘要

Composite materials, sacks, and geotextiles used in agricultural and landscaping applications are predominantly fabricated from petroleum-based synthetic fibers, contributing significantly to microplastic pollution throughout their lifecycle. Substituting synthetic fibers with agricultural waste-derived alternatives, such as Enset (Ensete ventricosum) fiber, offers a promising pathway to reduce petrochemical dependence while enhancing environmental sustainability. This study comprehensively investigated the physico-mechanical properties and industrial potential of Enset pseudo-stem fibers as sustainable alternatives for textile and composite manufacturing. Characterization employed gas pycnometry, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), and tensile testing. FTIR analysis confirmed characteristic cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin absorption peaks. Morphological examination revealed quasi-cylindrical fibers with diameters ranging from 70 to 265 μm (average: 156.4 μm) and diverse cross-sectional profiles including circular, bean-shaped, and serrated geometries. Density measurements yielded 1.48 g/cm³. Tensile testing demonstrated strength values of 415–900 MPa (0.28–0.61 N/tex), comparable to commercial natural fibers including flax (500–900 MPa), jute (350–700 MPa), banana (529–914 MPa), sisal (400–700 MPa), and abaca (300–1600 MPa). Tensile strength exhibited inverse relationships with gauge length and fiber diameter, consistent with weakest-link theory. Thermal analysis revealed three-stage degradation with maximum decomposition at 550 °C. The hollow tubular morphology provides superior acoustic absorption (3000–6000 Hz). Beyond technical merits, Enset fiber valorization creates sustainable income opportunities for rural farmers while mitigating environmental impacts of synthetic fiber production and agricultural waste, positioning it as a viable eco-friendly alternative for packaging, geotextiles, composites, and acoustic applications.