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Source-This post is based on the article “Know-How Technology on “Bamboo Composites” transfers on the Day-2 of IISF 2023” published in “PIB” on 18th January 2024.
Why in the News?
Recently, at the India International Science Festival (IISF 2023) in Faridabad, technology related to ‘Bamboo Composites Brief‘ was transferred to a prominent materials manufacturing company.
What are Bamboo Composites?
1) Bamboo composites are materials that blend bamboo fibers with other substances to form composite materials.
2) These composites utilize bamboo’s strength, flexibility, and sustainability for versatile applications in construction, furniture, and various industries.
3) In just 3-4 years, mature bamboo can be used for bamboo composites, contrasting with teak wood that takes 30-40 years to grow.
4) The resulting bamboo composite product shares similarities with teak wood but boasts improved durability, dimensional stability, high strength, density, etc.
What is The Bamboo Composite Manufacturing Technology?
1) Developed by- CSIR – Advanced Materials And Process Research Institute (AMPRI), Bhopal
2) CSIR-AMPRI’s bamboo composite technology cuts, treats, and compacts bamboo for optimal strength and shape.
3) Significance:
a. The bamboo composite can be used in various sectors, especially for aerospace.
b. It has the potential to yield future products akin to wood but with a harvest cycle ten times faster.
c. The technology has the potential to attract micro, small, and medium enterprises, startups, etc., contributing to achieving sustainable goals like Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Swasth Bharat Abhiyaan, and Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan.
What are The Different Policy Measures Implemented by The Government to Encourage Bamboo Sector?
National Bamboo Mission: The National Bamboo Mission was launched in 2006-07 as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme to promote the growth of bamboo sector.
| For more information on National Bamboo Mission Click here to read |
What is The India International Science Festival (IISF)?
1) It is a science movement spearheaded by scientists of the nation with swadeshi spirit.
2) Organised by– Ministry of Science and Technology, Ministry of Earth Sciences, Department of Space and Department of Atomic Energy in partnership with Vijnana Bharati.
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