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@article{192125,
        author = {Bandela Jyotesh},
        title = {Sustainable Hybrid FRP Composites Using Bio-Waste Fibers for Structural Applications},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {9},
        pages = {462-465},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=192125},
        abstract = {The environmental impact and high cost of conventional fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have driven research toward sustainable alternatives. This study develops hybrid FRP composites by combining glass fibers with bio-waste fibers derived from agricultural residues and incorporating 2% nano-silica to enhance mechanical performance. Laminates were fabricated using the hand lay-up technique and subjected to tensile, flexural, and impact tests. Durability was assessed under water immersion, acidic/alkaline solutions, and thermal aging. The hybrid composites exhibited a tensile strength of 420 MPa, flexural strength of 610 MPa, and impact energy absorption of 25 J, representing 15–20% improvement over conventional glass FRP. Water absorption was limited to 2.5% after 30 days, and chemical exposure reduced tensile strength by only 5%, indicating excellent durability. The results confirm the feasibility of using bio-waste fibers to produce sustainable, high-performance FRP composites suitable for structural strengthening applications.},
        keywords = {Hybrid FRP, Bio-waste fibers, Sustainable composites, Structural strengthening, Mechanical properties, Durability.},
        month = {February},
        }