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| The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in South Africa is one of the leading scientific and technology research, development and implementation organisations in Africa. It undertakes directed research and development for socio-economic growth. |
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Did you know?
- The United Nations declared 2009 to be the International Year of Natural Fibres.
- A composite material is made from two or more very different materials (plywood and concrete are common examples), mixed together to form a new material with better properties (stronger/more flexible/more heat resistant etc). The Hummvee, for instance, is made entirely of composite materials.
A natural fibre composite combines a natural fibre with any other type of material. It is often referred to as a bio-composite, as it is usually environmentally friendly.
- The CSIR is involved in several research projects involving natural fibres.
- Since the 1960s, the use of synthetic fibres has increased and, as a result, natural fibres have lost a lot of their market share.
- South Africa produces around 54% of the world’s Mohair supply. Most of it comes from the Eastern Cape and ‘Cape Mohair’ is known to be the best quality in the world.
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