Definitions

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  • noun materials science A composite material comprising a resin matrix and a bolster to reinforce natural fibers, wherein either the resin or the bolster is of biological origin

Etymologies

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bio- +‎ composite

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Examples

  • GreenCore Composites of Toronto creates "biocomposite" materials out of wood residue and agricultural fibres, such as hemp and flax, to make everything from automotive parts to patio furniture.

    Thestar.com - Home Page Tyler Hamilton 2011

  • The car is supposed to be a biocomposite electric vehicle possibly powered by God's perfect plant - to some that is … hehehe … The vehicle is called Kestrel.

    EURweb 2010

  • Firstly, I just fell in love with its pattern and its scent, '' Orapin Sinamornvech, the founder of the Kokoboard Co, said about her product _ a biocomposite board, or a wood panel made of agricultural waste such as rice straw and coco dust.

    Bangkokpost.com : Breaking News 2010

  • The car is supposed to be a biocomposite electric vehicle possibly powered by God's perfect plant - to some that is … hehehe … The vehicle is called Kestrel.

    EURweb 2010

  • JER noted that its R & D and Marketing teams have engaged several new accounts with new applications of JERtech biocomposite compounds which are currently undergoing approval testing.

    EarthToys Alternative Energy News 2009

  • JER's R& D team has created custom formulas that combined the great flexural strength of biocomposites with the high impact demands for applications where biocomposite compounds were not traditionally suited.

    EarthToys Alternative Energy News 2009

  • The Company currently has a range of biocomposite formulations which it developed in collaboration with the National Research Council - Industrial Materials Institute of Canada.

    EarthToys Alternative Energy News 2009

  • JER Envirotech International Corp. is pleased to announce a new line of high impact biocomposite compounds for injection molding applications.

    EarthToys Alternative Energy News 2009

  • JER is a global manufacturer of thermoplastic biocomposite compounds and sheeting.

    EarthToys Alternative Energy News 2009

  • The new series are the first commercially available biocomposite compounds to combine eco friendly materials with flexural strength and impact resistance.

    EarthToys Alternative Energy News 2009

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