A potential material for tissue engineering: silkworm silk/PLA biocomposite

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Cheung, Hoi-Yan, Lau, Kin-tak, Tao, Xiao-Ming and Hui, David. 2008. "A potential material for tissue engineering: silkworm silk/PLA biocomposite ." Composites Part B: Engineering. 39 (6), pp. 1026-1033. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2007.11.009
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A potential material for tissue engineering: silkworm silk/PLA biocomposite

ERA Journal ID4883
Article CategoryArticle
AuthorsCheung, Hoi-Yan (Author), Lau, Kin-tak (Author), Tao, Xiao-Ming (Author) and Hui, David (Author)
Journal TitleComposites Part B: Engineering
Journal Citation39 (6), pp. 1026-1033
Number of Pages8
Year2008
PublisherElsevier
Place of PublicationOxford, United Kingdom
ISSN1359-8368
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2007.11.009
Web Address (URL)http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1359836808000048
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Poly(lactic acid) (PLA), a kind of well recognized biodegradable polymer, was reinforced by silkworm silk fibers to form a completely biodegradable and biocompatible biocomposite for tissue engineering applications. The influence on the mechanical and thermal properties of the biocomposite in relation to the length and weight content of silk fibers is studied in this paper. Through the micro-hardness test, optimized fiber length and weight content of silk fibers used to make a better strength silk fiber/PLA biocomposite was determined. Tensile property test and thermal analyses including differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) and thermogravimetry analysis (TGA) for the silk fiber/PLA biocomposite with specified fiber length and weight content were then conducted to investigate its property changes in comparison to a pristine PLA sample. Experimentally, it was found that the fiber length and weight content of silk fibers are key parameters that would substantially influence the hardness of the biocomposite samples. For microscopic observations, good wettability of the fibers inside the biocomposite was seen. The surface of the fibers was well bonded with the matrix, as observed by a SEM image of fractured sample. As a result, it was found that the use of silk fibers can be a good candidate, as reinforcements for the development of polymeric scaffolds for tissue engineering applications.

Keywordsbio composites; differential scanning calorimetry (photo-DSC); dynamic mechanical analysis (DMTA); fibre lengths; key parameters; mechanical and thermal properties; micro-hardness; microscopic observations; poly(d ,1-lactic acid) (PLA); polymeric scaffolds; potential materials; SEM imaging; silk fibres; strength (IGC: D5/D6); tissue engineering applications; weight content
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020320606. Regenerative medicine (incl. stem cells)
400302. Biomaterials
401609. Polymers and plastics
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University of New Orleans, United States
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Shamsuddoha, Md, Islam, Md Mainul, Aravinthan, Thiru, Manalo, Allan, Lau, Kin-tak and Elder, David. 2012. "Fibre composites for high pressure pipeline repairs, in-air and subsea: an overview." Ueda, Tamon (ed.) 3rd Asia-Pacific Conference on FRP in Structures (APFIS 2012). Sapporo, Japan 02 - 04 Feb 2012 Hokkaido, Japan.
Non-velocity based analysis of passive ultrasonic signal for source location detection in composite plates: a pilot study
Hafizi, Z. M., Epaarachchi, J., Nizwan, C. K. E. and Lau, K. T.. 2012. "Non-velocity based analysis of passive ultrasonic signal for source location detection in composite plates: a pilot study." 1st International Conference of Mechanical Engineering Research (ICMER 2011). Kuantan, Malaysia 05 - 07 Dec 2011 Bristol, United Kingdom . https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899X/36/1/012008
Modal acoustic emission investigation for progressive failure monitoring in thin composite plates under tensile test
Hafizi, Mohd Zohari, Epaarachchi, Jayantha Ananda and Lau, K. T.. 2013. "Modal acoustic emission investigation for progressive failure monitoring in thin composite plates under tensile test." Key Engineering Materials. 558 (558), pp. 65-75. https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/KEM.558.65
Optimized FBG sensor network for efficient detection of a delamination in FRP structures
Kahandawa, G. C., Epaarachchi, J. A., Wang, H. and Lau, K. T.. 2012. "Optimized FBG sensor network for efficient detection of a delamination in FRP structures." Jaafar, M., Azura, A. R., Leong, K. H. and Leong, A. Y. L. (ed.) 8th Asian-Australasian Conference on Composite Materials (ACCM 2012): Composites: Enabling Tomorrow's Industry Today. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 06 - 08 Nov 2012 Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Detecting delamination in a composite structure using an embedded FBG-AE hybrid system
Kahandawa, G. C., Hafizi, Z. M., Epaarachchi, J. and Lau, K. T.. 2012. "Detecting delamination in a composite structure using an embedded FBG-AE hybrid system." Kotousov, Andrei (ed.) 7th Australasian Congress on Applied Mechanics (ACAM 2012). Adelaide, Australia 09 - 12 Dec 2012 Canberra, Australia.
Fabrication process optimization of hemp fibre reinforced polypropylene composites
Yan, Z. L., Wang, H., Lau, K. T., Zhang, J. C., Zhang, H. and Ding, Y.. 2012. "Fabrication process optimization of hemp fibre reinforced polypropylene composites." Jaafar, M., Azura, A. R., Leong, K. H. and Leong, A. Y L. (ed.) 8th Asian-Australasian Conference on Composite Materials (ACCM 2012): Composites: Enabling Tomorrow's Industry Today. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 06 - 08 Nov 2012 Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Mechanical properties of a bamboo charcoal reinforced polylactic acid composite
Ho, M. P., Wang, H., Lau, K. T., Jayaraman, K. and Bhattacharyya, D.. 2012. "Mechanical properties of a bamboo charcoal reinforced polylactic acid composite." Jaafar, M., Azura, A. R., Leong, K. H. and Leong, A. Y. (ed.) 8th Asian-Australasian Conference on Composite Materials (ACCM 2012): Composites: Enabling Tomorrow's Industry Today. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 06 - 08 Nov 2012 Kowloon, Hong Kong.
An investigation of effective detection length of a localized micro-failure in a laminated thin composite plate using FBG sensor integrated AE system
Hafizi, Z. M., Epaarachchi, J. and Lau, K. T.. 2012. "An investigation of effective detection length of a localized micro-failure in a laminated thin composite plate using FBG sensor integrated AE system." Jaafar, M., Azura, A. R., Leong, K. H. and Leong, A. Y. L. (ed.) 8th Asian-Australasian Conference on Composite Materials (ACCM 2012): Composites: Enabling Tomorrow's Industry Today. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 06 - 08 Nov 2012 Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Development of smart wind turbine blades
Supeni, E. E., Epaarachchi, J. A., Islam, M. M. and Lau, K. T.. 2012. "Development of smart wind turbine blades." Jaafar, M., Azura, A. R., Leong, K. H and Leong, A. Y. L (ed.) 8th Asian-Australasian Conference on Composite Materials (ACCM 2012): Composites: Enabling Tomorrow's Industry Today. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 06 - 08 Nov 2012 Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Thermal properties and structure conformation on silkworm silk fibre
Ho, Mei-po, Wang, Hao and Lau, Kin-tak. 2012. "Thermal properties and structure conformation on silkworm silk fibre." Heslehurst, Rikard Benton and Byrne, Ann (ed.) Composites Australia and the CRC for Advanced Composite Structures Conference 2012: Diversity in Composites. Leura, Australia 15 - 16 Mar 2012 Melbourne, Australia.
Compressive properties of chemically-treated hemp fibre reinforced composites
Kabir, Mohammad Mazedul, Wang, Hao, Lau, Alan, Cardona, Francisco and Aravinthan, Thiru. 2012. "Compressive properties of chemically-treated hemp fibre reinforced composites." Heslehurst, Rikard Benton and Byrne, Ann (ed.) Composites Australia and the CRC for Advanced Composite Structures Conference 2012: Diversity in Composites. Leura, Australia 15 - 16 Mar 2012 Melbourne, Australia.
Develop and validate a biomechanical surrogate of the human thorax using corrugated sheets: a feasibility study
Thota, Narasimha Murthy, Eepaarachchi, Jayantha A. and Lau, K. T.. 2012. "Develop and validate a biomechanical surrogate of the human thorax using corrugated sheets: a feasibility study." 7th Australasian Congress on Applied Mechanics (ACAM 2012). Adelaide, Australia 09 - 12 Dec 2012 Canberra, Australia.
Measurements of heat treatment effects on bovine cortical bones by nanoindentation and compression testing
Lau, Mei-Ling, Lau, Kin-Tak, Ku, Harry, Bahattacharyya, Debes and Yao, Yan-Dong. 2012. "Measurements of heat treatment effects on bovine cortical bones by nanoindentation and compression testing." Journal of Biomaterials and Nanobiotechnology. 3 (1), pp. 105-113. https://doi.org/10.4236/jbnb.2012.31014
Design of smart structures for wind turbine blades
Supeni, E. E., Epaarachchi, J. A., Islam, M. M. and Lau, K. T.. 2012. "Design of smart structures for wind turbine blades." Noor, M. M., Rahman, M. M. and Ismail, J. (ed.) 2nd Malaysian Postgraduate Conference (MPC 2012). Gold Coast, Australia 07 - 09 Jul 2012 Sydney, Australia.
A study on the dynamic mechanical properties of silk fibre composites
Ho, Mei-po, Wang, Hao, Ho, Chun-kit and Lau, Kin-tak. 2012. "A study on the dynamic mechanical properties of silk fibre composites." Advanced Materials Research. 410, pp. 106-109. https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.410.106
Duct noise control by using very light composite plate
Choy, Y. S., Liu, Y. and Lau, K. T.. 2012. "Duct noise control by using very light composite plate." Advanced Materials Research. 410, pp. 361-365. https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.410.361
Effect of degumming time on silkworm silk fibre for biodegradable polymer composites
Ho, Mei-po, Wang, Hao and Lau, Kin-tak. 2012. "Effect of degumming time on silkworm silk fibre for biodegradable polymer composites." Applied Surface Science. 258 (8), pp. 3948-3955. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apsusc.2011.12.068
Chemical treatments on plant-based natural fibre reinforced polymer composites: an overview
Kabir, M. M., Wang, H., Lau, K. T. and Cardona, F.. 2012. "Chemical treatments on plant-based natural fibre reinforced polymer composites: an overview ." Composites Part B: Engineering. 43 (7), pp. 2883-2892. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2012.04.053
Interfacial bonding and degumming effects on silk fibre/polymer biocomposites
Ho, Mei-po, Wang, Hao, Lau, Kin-tak, Lee, Joong-hee and Hui, David. 2012. "Interfacial bonding and degumming effects on silk fibre/polymer biocomposites ." Composites Part B: Engineering. 43 (7), pp. 2801-2812. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2012.04.042
Design of an impact resistant glass fibre/epoxy composites using short silk fibres
Ho, Mei-po and Lau, Kin-tak. 2012. "Design of an impact resistant glass fibre/epoxy composites using short silk fibres." Materials and Design. 35 (1), pp. 664-669. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matdes.2011.10.003
Modal analysis of high frequency acoustic signal approach for progressive failure monitoring in thin composite plates
Hafizi, Z. M., Epaarachchi, J. and Lau, K. T.. 2012. "Modal analysis of high frequency acoustic signal approach for progressive failure monitoring in thin composite plates." 2nd Malaysian Postgraduate Conference (MPC 2012). Gold Coast, Australia 07 - 09 Jul 2012 Sydney, Australia.
A critical review on the manufacturing processes in relation to the properties of nanoclay/polymer composites
Albdiry, M. T., Yousif, B. F., Ku, H. and Lau, K. T.. 2013. "A critical review on the manufacturing processes in relation to the properties of nanoclay/polymer composites." Journal of Composite Materials. 47 (9), pp. 1093-1115. https://doi.org/10.1177/0021998312445592
Reinforcement of polypropylene with hemp fibres
Yan, Z. L., Wang, H., Lau, K. T., Pather, S., Zhang, J. C., Lin, G. and Ding, Y.. 2013. "Reinforcement of polypropylene with hemp fibres." Composites Part B: Engineering. 46, pp. 221-226. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2012.09.027
Sonication effect on the mechanical properties of MWCNTs reinforced natural rubber
Tarawneh, Mou’ad A., Ahmad, Sahrim Hj., EhNoum, SeYong and Lau, Kin-tak. 2013. "Sonication effect on the mechanical properties of MWCNTs reinforced natural rubber." Journal of Composite Materials. 47 (5), pp. 579-585. https://doi.org/10.1177/0021998312443394
Critical factors on manufacturing processes of natural fibre composites
Ho, Mei-po, Wang, Hao, Lee, Joong-Hee, Ho, Chun-kit, Lau, Kin-tak, Leng, Jinsong and Hui, David. 2012. "Critical factors on manufacturing processes of natural fibre composites." Composites Part B: Engineering. 43 (8), pp. 3549-3562. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2011.10.001
Micro-crack behavior of carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic modified epoxy composites for cryogenic applications
He, Yu-xin, Li, Qi, Kuila, Tapas, Kim, Nam Hoon, Jiang, Tongwu, Lau, Kin-tak and Lee, Joong Hee. 2013. "Micro-crack behavior of carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic modified epoxy composites for cryogenic applications." Composites Part B: Engineering. 44 (1), pp. 533-539. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2012.03.014
Effect of silk fiber to the mechanical and thermal properties of its biodegradable composites
Ho, Mei-Po, Wang, Hao, Lau, Kin-Tak and Leng, Jinsong. 2013. "Effect of silk fiber to the mechanical and thermal properties of its biodegradable composites ." Journal of Applied Polymer Science. 127 (4), pp. 2389-2396. https://doi.org/10.1002/app.37539
Mechanical properties of chemically-treated hemp fibre reinforced sandwich composites
Kabir, M. M., Wang, H., Lau, K. T., Cardona, F. and Aravinthan, T.. 2012. "Mechanical properties of chemically-treated hemp fibre reinforced sandwich composites." Composites Part B: Engineering. 43 (2), pp. 159-169. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2011.06.003
Use of FBG sensors for SHM in aerospace structures
Kahandawa, Gayan C., Epaarachchi, Jayantha, Wang, Hao and Lau, K. T.. 2012. "Use of FBG sensors for SHM in aerospace structures." Photonic Sensors. 2 (3), pp. 203-214. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13320-012-0065-4
Development of composite plate for compact silencer design
Choy, Y. S., Liu, Y., Cheung, H. Y., Xi, Q. and Lau, K. T.. 2012. "Development of composite plate for compact silencer design ." Journal of Sound and Vibration. 331 (10), pp. 2348-2364. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsv.2011.12.023
The effect of fibre chemical treatments on hemp reinforced composites
Wang, H., Kabir, M. M. and Lau, K. T.. 2011. "The effect of fibre chemical treatments on hemp reinforced composites ." 18th International Conference on Composite Materials (ICCM-18). Jeju, Korea 21 - 26 Aug 2011 Seoul, Korea.
Introduction to multifunctional polymer nanocomposites
Leng, Jinsong, Li, Jianjun and Lau, Alan kin-tak. 2011. "Introduction to multifunctional polymer nanocomposites." Leng, Jinsong and Lau, Alan kin-tak (ed.) Multifunctional polymer nanocomposites. Boca Raton, FL. United States. CRC Press. pp. 1-18
Mechanical properties of an injected silk fibre reinforced PLA composite
Ho, Mei-Po, Lau, Kin-tak, Wang, Hao and Bhattacharyya, Debes. 2011. "Mechanical properties of an injected silk fibre reinforced PLA composite." Bhattacharyya, D., Lin, R. J. T. and Srivatsan, T. S. (ed.) 19th International Symposium on Processing and Fabrication of Advanced Materials (PFAM XIX). Auckland, New Zealand 14 - 17 Jan 2011 Auckland, New Zealand.
Recent research trend in natural-fibre composites
Lau, Alan K. T. and Ho, Mabel M. P.. 2011. "Recent research trend in natural-fibre composites." JEC Composites Magazine.
Electrochemical performance of a graphene polypyrrole nanocomposite as a supercapacitor electrode
Bose, Saswata, Kim, Nam Hoon, Kuila, Tapas, Lau, Kin-tak and Lee, Joong Hee. 2011. "Electrochemical performance of a graphene polypyrrole nanocomposite as a supercapacitor electrode ." Nanotechnology. 22 (29), p. 5202. https://doi.org/10.1088/0957-4484/22/29/295202
Assessing heat-treatment effects on bovine cortical bones by nanoindentation
Lau, Mei-ling, Lau, Kin-tak, Ku, Harry, Bahattacharyya, Debes and Lee, Joong-Hee. 2012. "Assessing heat-treatment effects on bovine cortical bones by nanoindentation ." Advanced Materials Research. https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.410.110
Electromechanical stability of compressible dielectric elastomer actuators
Liu, Liwi, Liu, Yanju, Leng, Jinsong and Lau, Kin-tak. 2011. "Electromechanical stability of compressible dielectric elastomer actuators ." Smart Materials and Structures. 20 (11), p. 115015. https://doi.org/10.1088/0964-1726/20/11/115015
Novel phenolic resins with improved mechanical and toughness properties
Cardona, Francisco, Lau, Alan Kin-Tak and Fedrigo, Jessica. 2012. "Novel phenolic resins with improved mechanical and toughness properties." Journal of Applied Polymer Science. 123 (4), pp. 2131-2139. https://doi.org/10.1002/app.34719
Property enhancement of a carbon fiber/epoxy composite by using carbon nanotubes
Kim, M. T., Rhee, K. Y., Lee, J. H., Hui, D. and Lau, Alan K. T.. 2011. "Property enhancement of a carbon fiber/epoxy composite by using carbon nanotubes ." Composites Part B: Engineering. 42 (5), pp. 1257-1261. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2011.02.005
Correlation of mechanical performance and morphological structures of epoxy micro/nanoparticulate composites
Dong, Yu, Chaudhary, Deeptangshu, Ploumis, Charlie and Lau, Kin-tak. 2011. "Correlation of mechanical performance and morphological structures of epoxy micro/nanoparticulate composites ." Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing. 42 (10), pp. 1483-1492. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesa.2011.06.015
Mechanism of reinforcement in a nanoclay/polymer composite
Chan, Mo-lin, Lau, Kin-tak, Wong, Tsun-tat, Ho, Mei-po and Hui, David. 2011. "Mechanism of reinforcement in a nanoclay/polymer composite ." Composites Part B: Engineering. 42 (6), pp. 1708-1712. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2011.03.011
An experimental investigation of early damage localization for thin glass fibre reinforced symmetric composite laminates
Hafizi, Z. M., Epaarachchi, J. and Lau, K. T.. 2012. "An experimental investigation of early damage localization for thin glass fibre reinforced symmetric composite laminates." Heslehurst, Rikard Benton and Byrne, Ann (ed.) Composites Australia and the CRC for Advanced Composite Structures Conference 2012: Diversity in Composites. Leura, Australia 15 - 16 Mar 2012 Melbourne, Australia.
Carbon nanotubes for space and bio-engineering applications
Lau, Kin-Tak, Cheung, Hoi-Yan, Lu, Jian Ping, Yin, Yan-Sheng, Hui, David and Li, Hu-Lin. 2008. "Carbon nanotubes for space and bio-engineering applications ." Journal of Computational and Theoretical Nanoscience. 5 (1), pp. 23-35. https://doi.org/10.1166/jctn.2008.003
Interfacial bonding characteristic of nanoclay/polymer composites
Chan, Mo-lin, Lau, Kin-tak, Wong, T. T. and Cardona, Francisco. 2011. "Interfacial bonding characteristic of nanoclay/polymer composites." Applied Surface Science. 258 (2), pp. 860-864. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apsusc.2011.09.016
Preparation and study of polypropylene/polyethylene terephthalate composite fibres
Si, Xiaojuan, Guo, Linfeng, Wang, Yimin and Lau, Kin-Tak. 2008. "Preparation and study of polypropylene/polyethylene terephthalate composite fibres." Composites Science and Technology. 68 (14), pp. 2943-2947. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compscitech.2007.11.008
Mechanical and thermal properties of chicken feather fiber/PLA green composites
Cheng, Sha, Lau, Kin-Tak, Liu, Tao, Zhao, Yong-Qing, Lam, Pou-Man and Yin, Yansheng. 2009. "Mechanical and thermal properties of chicken feather fiber/PLA green composites ." Composites Part B: Engineering. 40 (7), pp. 650-654. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2009.04.011
Sliding wear performance of nano-SiO2/short carbon fiber/epoxy hybrid composites
Guo, Qing Bing, Rong, Min Zhi, Jia, Guo Liang, Lau, Kin-Tak and Zhang, Ming Qiu. 2009. "Sliding wear performance of nano-SiO2/short carbon fiber/epoxy hybrid composites ." Wear. 266 (7-8), pp. 658-665. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wear.2008.08.005
Synthesis of zirconia nanoparticles on carbon nanotubes and their potential for enhancing the fracture toughness of alumina ceramics
Zhu, Yue-Feng, Shi, Lei, Liang, Ji, Hui, David and Lau, Kin-Tak. 2008. "Synthesis of zirconia nanoparticles on carbon nanotubes and their potential for enhancing the fracture toughness of alumina ceramics." Composites Part B: Engineering. 39 (7-8), pp. 1136-1141. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2008.03.006
Fabrication and mechanical properties of exfoliated clay-CNTs/epoxy nanocomposites
Wang, Zhicai, Xu, Cailing, Zhao, Yongqing, Zhao, Dandan, Wang, Zhe, Li, Hulin and Lau, Kin-Tak. 2008. "Fabrication and mechanical properties of exfoliated clay-CNTs/epoxy nanocomposites." Materials Science and Engineering A: Structural Materials: Properties, Microstructure and Processing. 490 (1-2), pp. 481-487. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msea.2008.01.040
Mechanical properties of epoxy-based composites using coiled carbon nanotubes
Li, Xiao-Feng, Lau, Kin-Tak and Yin, Yan-Sheng. 2008. "Mechanical properties of epoxy-based composites using coiled carbon nanotubes." Composites Science and Technology. 68 (14), pp. 2876-2881. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compscitech.2007.10.019
Imparting ultra-low friction and wear rate to epoxy by the incorporation of microencapsulated lubricant?
Guo, Qing Bing, Lau, Kin-Tak, Zheng, Bing Fa, Rong, Min Zhi and Zhang, Ming Qiu. 2009. "Imparting ultra-low friction and wear rate to epoxy by the incorporation of microencapsulated lubricant?" Macromolecular Materials and Engineering. 294 (1), pp. 20-24. https://doi.org/10.1002/mame.200800257
Strain monitoring of RC members strengthened with smart NSM FRP bars
Wang, Bo, Teng, J. G., De Lorenzis, Laura, Zhou, Li-Min, Ou, Jinping, Jin, Wei and Lau, K. T.. 2009. "Strain monitoring of RC members strengthened with smart NSM FRP bars." Construction and Building Materials. 23 (4), pp. 1698-1711. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2008.07.027
Acousto-ultrasonic sensing for delaminated GFRP composites using an embedded FBG sensor
Lam, Pou-Man, Lau, Kin-Tak, Ling, Hang-Yin, Su, Zhong-Qing and Tam, Hwa-Yaw. 2009. "Acousto-ultrasonic sensing for delaminated GFRP composites using an embedded FBG sensor." Optics and Lasers in Engineering. 47 (10), pp. 1049-1055. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optlaseng.2009.01.010
Composite panels for reducing noise in air conditioning and ventilation systems
Choy, Yat-Sze, Lau, Kin-Tak, Wang, C., Chau, C. W., Liu, Yang and Hui, D.. 2009. "Composite panels for reducing noise in air conditioning and ventilation systems." Composites Part B: Engineering. 40 (4), pp. 259-266. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2009.01.004
Carbon nanotube-reinforced nanocomposites
Lau, Alan kin-tak. 2011. "Carbon nanotube-reinforced nanocomposites." Lau, Alan kin-tak and Leng, Jinsong (ed.) Multifunctional polymer nanocomposites. Boca Raton, FL. United States. CRC Press. pp. 19-45
Sensors, actuators, and intelligent processing [Preface]
Lau, Kin-Tak, Epaarachchi, Jayantha and Sudarshan, T. S.. 2010. "Sensors, actuators, and intelligent processing [Preface]." Materials and Manufacturing Processes. 25 (4), pp. 211-211. https://doi.org/10.1080/10426910903425036
Biocomposites: their multifunctionality
Lau, Kin-tak, Ho, Mei-po, Au-Yeung, Chi-ting and Cheung, Hoi-yan. 2010. "Biocomposites: their multifunctionality." International Journal of Smart and Nano Materials. 1 (1), pp. 13-27. https://doi.org/10.1080/19475411003589780
Characteristics of a silk fibre reinforced biodegradable plastic
Ho, Mei-Po, Lau, Kin-Tak, Wang, Hao and Bhattacharyya, Debes. 2011. "Characteristics of a silk fibre reinforced biodegradable plastic." Composites Part B: Engineering. 42 (2), pp. 117-122. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2010.10.007
Effects of natural fibre surface on composite properties: a review
Kabir, M. M., Wang, H., Aravinthan, T., Cardona, F. and Lau, K. -T.. 2011. "Effects of natural fibre surface on composite properties: a review." Cowled, Craig J. L. (ed.) 1st International Postgraduate Conference on Engineering, Designing and Developing the Built Environment for Sustainable Wellbeing (eddBE 2011). Brisbane, Australia 27 - 29 Apr 2011 Brisbane, Australia.
I-V characteristics and electro-mechanical response of different carbon black/epoxy composites
Ji, Xiaoyong, Li, Hui, Hui, David, Hsiao, Kuang-Ting, Ou, Jinping and Lau, Alan K. T.. 2010. "I-V characteristics and electro-mechanical response of different carbon black/epoxy composites." Composites Part B: Engineering. 41 (1), pp. 25-32. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2009.05.001
A shape memory alloy energy absorber for backpack design
Lau, Sindy Mei-Ling, Lau, Kin-Tak, Yin, Yan-Sheng, Li, Lan, Wong, May, Chan, Kevin and Chen, William. 2010. "A shape memory alloy energy absorber for backpack design." Materials and Manufacturing Processes. 25 (4), pp. 281-286. https://doi.org/10.1080/10426910903426471
Optimization of tribological and mechanical properties of epoxy through hybrid filling
Guo, Qing Bing, Lau, Kin-Tak, Rong, Min Zhi and Zhang, Ming Qiu. 2010. "Optimization of tribological and mechanical properties of epoxy through hybrid filling." Wear. 269 (1-2), pp. 13-20. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wear.2010.03.001
Silkworm silk/poly(lactic acid) biocomposites: dynamic mechanical, thermal and biodegradable properties
Zhao, Yong-Qing, Cheung, Hoi-Yan, Lau, Kin-Tak, Xu, Cai-Ling, Zhao, Dan-Dan and Li, Hu-Lin. 2010. "Silkworm silk/poly(lactic acid) biocomposites: dynamic mechanical, thermal and biodegradable properties." Polymer Degradation and Stability. 95 (10), pp. 1978-1987. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2010.07.015
Thermal behavior of MWNT-reinforced thermoplastic natural rubber nanocomposites
Tarawneh, Mouad. A., Ahmad, Sahrim Hj., Rasid, Rozaidi, Yahya, S. Y., Lau, Kin-tak, Kong, Ing and Noum, Se Yong Eh. 2011. "Thermal behavior of MWNT-reinforced thermoplastic natural rubber nanocomposites." Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites. 30 (3), pp. 216-221. https://doi.org/10.1177/0731684410391512
Effect of surface treatment with potassium persulfate on dispersion stability of multi-walled carbon nanotubes
Park, Ok-kyung, Kim, Nam Hoon, Lau, Kin-Tak and Lee, Joong Hee. 2010. "Effect of surface treatment with potassium persulfate on dispersion stability of multi-walled carbon nanotubes." Materials Letters. 64 (6), pp. 718-721. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matlet.2009.12.048
The electrochemistry corrosion behavior of Fe3Al-type intermetallic with super-hydrophobic surfaces
Liu, Tao, Lau, Kin-Tak, Chen, Shougang, Cheng, Sha, He, Tian and Yin, Yansheng. 2010. "The electrochemistry corrosion behavior of Fe3Al-type intermetallic with super-hydrophobic surfaces." Materials and Manufacturing Processes. 25 (5), pp. 298-301. https://doi.org/10.1080/10426911003747717
Measurement of bovine bone properties through surface indentation technique
Lau, Mei-ling, Lau, Kin-tak, Yao Yeo, Yan-Dong, Au Yeung, Chi-ting and Lee, Joong-hee. 2010. "Measurement of bovine bone properties through surface indentation technique." Materials and Manufacturing Processes. 25 (5), pp. 324-328. https://doi.org/10.1080/10426911003748137
Microscopical observation of the marine bacterium vibrio natriegeus growth on metallic corrosion
Cheng, Sha, Lau, Kin-Tak, Chen, Shougang, Chang, Xueting, Liu, Tao and Yin, Yansheng. 2010. "Microscopical observation of the marine bacterium vibrio natriegeus growth on metallic corrosion." Materials and Manufacturing Processes. 25 (5), pp. 293-297. https://doi.org/10.1080/10426911003747642
Polymer membranes for high temperature proton exchange membrane fuel cell: recent advances and challenge
Bose, Saswata, Kuila, Tapas, Nguyen, Thi Xuan Hien, Kim, Nam Hoon, Lau, Kin-tak and Lee, Joong Hee. 2011. "Polymer membranes for high temperature proton exchange membrane fuel cell: recent advances and challenge." Progress in Polymer Science. 36 (6), pp. 813-843. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.progpolymsci.2011.01.003
Study on the mechanical properties of different silkworm silk fibers
Cheung, Hoi-Yan, Ho, Mei-po, Lau, Kin-tak and Mosallam, Ayman. 2009. "Study on the mechanical properties of different silkworm silk fibers." Journal of Composite Materials. 43 (22), pp. 2521-2531. https://doi.org/10.1177/0021998309345347
Biodegradation of a silkworm silk/PLA composite
Cheung, Hoi-Yan, Lau, Kin-Tak, Pow, Yu-Fung, Zhao, Yong-Qing and Hui, David. 2010. "Biodegradation of a silkworm silk/PLA composite." Composites Part B: Engineering. 41 (3), pp. 223-228. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2009.09.004
In-situ synthesis and characterization of electrically conductive polypyrrole/graphene nanocomposites
Bose, Saswata, Kuila, Tapas, Uddin, Md. Elias, Kim, Nam Hoon, Lau, Alan K. T. and Lee, Joong Hee. 2010. "In-situ synthesis and characterization of electrically conductive polypyrrole/graphene nanocomposites." Polymer. 51 (25), pp. 5921-5928. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymer.2010.10.014
Nanodiamond/poly (lactic acid) nanocomposites: effect of nanodiamond on structure and properties of poly (lactic acid)
Zhao, Yong-Qing, Lau, Kin-Tak, Kim, Jang-Kyo, Xu, Cai-Ling, Zhao, Dan-Dan and Li, Hu-Lin. 2010. "Nanodiamond/poly (lactic acid) nanocomposites: effect of nanodiamond on structure and properties of poly (lactic acid)." Composites Part B: Engineering. 41 (8), pp. 646-653. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2010.09.003
Natural fibre-reinforced composites for bioengineering and environmental engineering
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