Unlocking the physical and mechanical properties of Japanese knotweed for bio-composite applications

Author: Philip Lloyd and Emyr Jenkins

Date published

26 February 2026

Price
Free
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Unlocking the physical and mechanical properties of Japanese knotweed for bio-composite applications

Author

Philip Lloyd and Emyr Jenkins

Date published

26 February 2026

Author

Philip Lloyd and Emyr Jenkins

Price

Free

This study, funded by the Institution’s 2024/25 Undergraduate Grant Scheme, investigates the mechanical properties of Japanese knotweed to assess its potential as a feedstock for bio-composite materials.

Author: Philip Lloyd and Emyr Jenkins
University: University of Newcastle
Supervisor: Dr Sigong Zhang

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