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In this research project, a biodegradable composite material is made from hemp fiber and polylactide (polymerized corn starch). Thermoset treated polylactide and hemp fiber bio-composites have high mechanical properties, which allow to reduce the amount of materials in the product. The developed bio-composite can be used both as a slab material and for molded parts of furniture, etc. Obtained material is biodegradable during the composting process, which improves the ecological assessment (Life Cycle Assessment) o...