Recent Advances in Strengthening and Reinforcing Technologies for Paper Documents: A Comprehensive Review

The reinforcement and strengthening of paper documents have garnered widespread global attention. Delaying the degradation process of paper documents, enhancing their restoration and protection measures hold profound historical and cultural significance for the inheritance of cultural heritage. This study provides a comprehensive review of international advancements in the primary types of strengthening and reinforcement materials as well as the corresponding reaction mechanisms for paper documents. Furthermore, it offers a forward-looking perspective on emerging research trends in the field of reinforcement and preservation for paper documents