Development of Biodegradable Nonwoven Fabrics from Alpinia purpurata Pseudo-Stem Fibres Using Poly Lactic Acid Binder

Giarto Giarto; Wiah Wardiningsih; Aurilia Ika Wulandari; Witri Aini Salis; Resty Mayseptheny  Hernawati; Muhammad Iqbal Siregar; Didin  Wahidin

doi:10.14502/tekstilec.68.2024122

Authors

Giarto Giarto Politeknik STTT Bandung (Bandung Polytechnic of Textile Technology), Jalan Jakarta No. 31, Bandung 40272, West Java, Indonesia Author https://orcid.org/0009-0008-8885-8672
Wiah Wardiningsih Politeknik STTT Bandung (Bandung Polytechnic of Textile Technology), Jalan Jakarta No. 31, Bandung 40272, West Java, Indonesia Author https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6767-3355
Aurilia Ika Wulandari Politeknik STTT Bandung (Bandung Polytechnic of Textile Technology), Jalan Jakarta No. 31, Bandung 40272, West Java, Indonesia Author https://orcid.org/0009-0004-0166-6194
Witri Aini Salis Politeknik STTT Bandung (Bandung Polytechnic of Textile Technology), Jalan Jakarta No. 31, Bandung 40272, West Java, Indonesia Author https://orcid.org/0009-0000-0984-3862
Resty Mayseptheny Hernawati Politeknik STTT Bandung (Bandung Polytechnic of Textile Technology), Jalan Jakarta No. 31, Bandung 40272, West Java, Indonesia Author https://orcid.org/0009-0008-7457-2614
Muhammad Iqbal Siregar Politeknik Teknologi Kimia Industri Medan, Medan, North Sumatera, Indonesia Author https://orcid.org/0009-0002-4434-748X
Didin Wahidin Politeknik STTT Bandung (Bandung Polytechnic of Textile Technology), Jalan Jakarta No. 31, Bandung 40272, West Java, Indonesia Author https://orcid.org/0009-0005-6678-6266

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14502/tekstilec.68.2024122

Keywords:

nonwoven fabrics, Alpinia purpurata pseudo-stem fibres, poly lactic acid, biodegradable binder, thermal bonding method

Abstract

This study investigates the development of biodegradable nonwoven fabrics utilizing Alpinia purpurata pseudo-stem fibres, bonded with poly lactic acid (PLA) through a thermal bonding process. Given the underutilization of Alpinia purpurata fibres, this research explores their potential for sustainable textile applications. The fibres were extracted via decortication and blended with PLA at varying mass ratios (90/10, 80/20, 70/30), followed by comprehensive characterization. Evaluations included fabric mass per unit area, thickness, air permeability, tensile strength, elongation, wetting time, moisture regain and surface morphology. The results indicate that increasing PLA content enhances tensile strength but reduces air permeability and water absorption. Conversely, a higher proportion of Alpinia purpurata fibres improves breathability and moisture regain. These findings demonstrate that Alpinia purpurata fibres, in combination with PLA, can produce nonwoven fabrics with tunable properties, offering promising potential for environmentally friendly textile applications.

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