• Dr. Ritu Madhan
• Ms. Srushti Patil

This research focuses on the sustainability of using natural fibers, particularly banana fibers, in the design and development of eco-friendly products required by working individuals. The study aims to evaluate the scalability and commercial viability of using banana fibers as an environmentally friendly material in the production of various products. The benefits of banana fibers include their biodegradability, which reduces the environmental impact. Additionally, the generation of four tons of biomass for every ton of banana produced creates potential for the use of this waste product in other applications. The cellulose-based composition of banana fibers offers an added advantage as they are natural and renewable compared to synthetic fibers like polyester or nylon, which have adverse environmental effects. The pilot study conducted in Mumbai, India, identified that 50% of working individuals have their lunch at their desks, resulting in spillages that soil their workstations and devices. With the absence of regular housekeeping services, this creates inconvenience and health risks. Therefore, the study aims to design and develop convertible lunch bags that can serve as mats to address this issue. Five prototypes of convertible lunch bags into mats have been developed and evaluated for scalability and commercial viability. The study has developed and evaluated five prototypes of convertible lunch bags into mats, assessing their potential for commercial viability and scalability. The use of natural fibers, specifically banana fibers, in the production of sustainable products like convertible lunch bags is a promising approach to reducing environmental impact.

Design and Development of Convertible Lunch Bag Made Using Banana Fibers

"Design and Development of Convertible Lunch Bag Made Using Banana Fibers", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 3, page no.j226-j235, March-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2403933.pdf

"Design and Development of Convertible Lunch Bag Made Using Banana Fibers", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 3, page no. ppj226-j235, March-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2403933.pdf