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@article{201629,
        author = {Shingote Neelam B. and Dr Galhe D. S.},
        title = {Design and Analysis of an Eco-Friendly Vehicle Parcel Shelf using Sisal Fiber Composite},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {12},
        pages = {4702-4706},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=201629},
        abstract = {The automotive industry is increasingly adopting sustainable materials for lightweight and eco-friendly vehicle components. In this study, a sisal fiber reinforced composite is proposed as an alternative to conventional polypropylene material for automotive parcel shelf applications. The structural performance of the parcel shelf was evaluated using finite element analysis (FEA) and experimental validation under center and rear edge loading conditions. Parameters such as displacement, stress distribution, stiffness, and factor of safety were analyzed using ANSYS Workbench. The results show that the sisal fiber composite provides improved stiffness, reduced stress concentration, lower weight, and enhanced durability compared to conventional materials. The close agreement between experimental and simulation results validates the developed model and demonstrates the suitability of sisal fiber composites for sustainable automotive interior applications.},
        keywords = {Sisal Fiber Composite, Parcel Shelf, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Automotive Interior, Natural Fiber Composite, ANSYS Workbench, Structural Analysis, Eco-Friendly Materials, Lightweight Vehicle Components, Stress Analysis.},
        month = {May},
        }