MECHANICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF BIO-FIBRE AND GLASS FIBRE REINFORCED POLYESTER...ijceronline
This document summarizes research on the mechanical characterization of bio-fibre and glass fibre reinforced polyester composite laminate joints. Specifically, it details the fabrication and testing of composites made from jute fibre, glass fibre, and polyester resin. Various composite samples were made with different fibre weight percentages and tested for properties like tensile strength, flexural strength, impact strength, and water absorption. The results showed that the fibre weight percentage significantly affected the mechanical properties, with the sample containing 50% glass fibre and 50% jute fibre exhibiting the highest tensile and flexural strengths.
IRJET- A Review on Coir Fiber Reinforced Polymer CompositeIRJET Journal
This document reviews coir fiber reinforced polymer composites. It begins with an introduction to natural fiber composites and their advantages over glass or carbon fibers. It then discusses coir fiber specifically, including its composition, properties, and how it is extracted from coconut husks. The review covers how coir fiber is used to reinforce polymers and the factors that influence composite properties, such as fiber treatment and polymer matrix. Applications are mentioned, including automotive, packaging, and construction materials. While coir fiber composites have benefits, challenges include cost and fiber-matrix bonding. Overall, the review finds that coir fiber reinforced polymers show promise as sustainable materials but require further development to optimize properties and lower costs.
IRJET-Synthesis & Characterisation Of Epoxy Matrix Composites Filled With Alu...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes research into synthesizing and characterizing epoxy matrix composites filled with aluminum powder. Epoxy resin was mixed with 2% aluminum powder and reinforced with glass fibers using the hand lay-up process. Specimens were tested for properties including tensile strength, yield point, breaking point, impact load, and hardness. Test results showed the composite had higher strength and stiffness compared to conventional materials, making it suitable for applications requiring those properties.
This document discusses an experimental study that assessed pine needles as a reinforcing material in polymer composites. Urea-formaldehyde resin was synthesized and optimized as the polymer matrix. Pine needles were used as particle, short fiber, and long fiber reinforcements in the composites. Mechanical testing showed that the tensile strength, compressive strength, and wear resistance of the resin increased significantly when reinforced with pine needles, with particle reinforcement being most effective. Thermal and morphological characterization of the composites was also conducted. The results suggest pine needles have potential for use in natural fiber reinforced polymer composites.
Preparation and mechanical characterization of epoxy based composite develope...eSAT Journals
This document summarizes research on developing epoxy-based composites using coconut shell powder as a biowaste material. Composites with 10%, 20%, and 30% coconut shell powder by weight were fabricated using hand layup. Mechanical testing showed that tensile strength and flexural strength increased up to 20% filler content compared to plain epoxy, while hardness increased with higher filler content. The composites exhibited improved properties over epoxy due to better interaction between the coconut shell powder and epoxy matrix. However, properties decreased at 30% filler likely due to agglomeration and poor adhesion. The composites showed potential for industrial applications after further optimization.
IRJET- Effect of Mercerization of Mechanical Behavior of Banana Fiber Reinfor...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes research on the effect of mercerization (treatment with sodium hydroxide solution) on the mechanical properties of banana fiber reinforced epoxy composites. Two sets of composites were fabricated - one with untreated banana fiber and one with banana fiber treated with NaOH solution. Composites containing 3-15% fiber by weight were tested for tensile strength, flexural strength, hardness, and impact energy. The research aims to study how fiber treatment and fiber content affect mechanical properties.
Hybrid polymer composites are the materials made by combining two or more
different type of fibers in a matrix. Hybrid polymer composite material offers the
designer to obtain the required properties in a controlled considerable extent by the
choice of fibers and matrix. The properties are tailored in the material by selecting
different kinds of fiber incorporated in the same resin matrix. They offer wide range of
properties that cannot be obtained with a single type of reinforcement. Due to its high
specific strengths, high specific modulus, low densities, light weight etc. based on its
applications. Presently they are playing a vital role in aerospace, defence, transport,
sport applications. Worldwide researches are keenly interested in finding out their
behavior in real life exposed to various environmental conditions, variety of loads etc.
In this paper, We fabricated carbon, e-glass and hybrid composites by using hand
layup technique in uni-directional orientation with epoxy as a matrix material and
conducted various tests such as tensile, compression on Universal Testing Machine
(UTM) and hardness. The results are validated with FEA and observed that Al-6061-
T6 which is used in manufacturing of military aircraft landing mats, truck bodies and
frames etc. has a tensile strength of about 310.25Mpa.The tensile strength of hybrid
fiber is 341Mpa which is higher than Al 6061-T6. We have compared the
experimental results with ansys results and found that the experimental values are
very close to the ansys results. But when compared within the fibers carbon fiber
exhibited more strength when compared to other fibers
MECHANICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF BIO-FIBRE AND GLASS FIBRE REINFORCED POLYESTER...ijceronline
This document summarizes research on the mechanical characterization of bio-fibre and glass fibre reinforced polyester composite laminate joints. Specifically, it details the fabrication and testing of composites made from jute fibre, glass fibre, and polyester resin. Various composite samples were made with different fibre weight percentages and tested for properties like tensile strength, flexural strength, impact strength, and water absorption. The results showed that the fibre weight percentage significantly affected the mechanical properties, with the sample containing 50% glass fibre and 50% jute fibre exhibiting the highest tensile and flexural strengths.
IRJET- A Review on Coir Fiber Reinforced Polymer CompositeIRJET Journal
This document reviews coir fiber reinforced polymer composites. It begins with an introduction to natural fiber composites and their advantages over glass or carbon fibers. It then discusses coir fiber specifically, including its composition, properties, and how it is extracted from coconut husks. The review covers how coir fiber is used to reinforce polymers and the factors that influence composite properties, such as fiber treatment and polymer matrix. Applications are mentioned, including automotive, packaging, and construction materials. While coir fiber composites have benefits, challenges include cost and fiber-matrix bonding. Overall, the review finds that coir fiber reinforced polymers show promise as sustainable materials but require further development to optimize properties and lower costs.
IRJET-Synthesis & Characterisation Of Epoxy Matrix Composites Filled With Alu...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes research into synthesizing and characterizing epoxy matrix composites filled with aluminum powder. Epoxy resin was mixed with 2% aluminum powder and reinforced with glass fibers using the hand lay-up process. Specimens were tested for properties including tensile strength, yield point, breaking point, impact load, and hardness. Test results showed the composite had higher strength and stiffness compared to conventional materials, making it suitable for applications requiring those properties.
This document discusses an experimental study that assessed pine needles as a reinforcing material in polymer composites. Urea-formaldehyde resin was synthesized and optimized as the polymer matrix. Pine needles were used as particle, short fiber, and long fiber reinforcements in the composites. Mechanical testing showed that the tensile strength, compressive strength, and wear resistance of the resin increased significantly when reinforced with pine needles, with particle reinforcement being most effective. Thermal and morphological characterization of the composites was also conducted. The results suggest pine needles have potential for use in natural fiber reinforced polymer composites.
Preparation and mechanical characterization of epoxy based composite develope...eSAT Journals
This document summarizes research on developing epoxy-based composites using coconut shell powder as a biowaste material. Composites with 10%, 20%, and 30% coconut shell powder by weight were fabricated using hand layup. Mechanical testing showed that tensile strength and flexural strength increased up to 20% filler content compared to plain epoxy, while hardness increased with higher filler content. The composites exhibited improved properties over epoxy due to better interaction between the coconut shell powder and epoxy matrix. However, properties decreased at 30% filler likely due to agglomeration and poor adhesion. The composites showed potential for industrial applications after further optimization.
IRJET- Effect of Mercerization of Mechanical Behavior of Banana Fiber Reinfor...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes research on the effect of mercerization (treatment with sodium hydroxide solution) on the mechanical properties of banana fiber reinforced epoxy composites. Two sets of composites were fabricated - one with untreated banana fiber and one with banana fiber treated with NaOH solution. Composites containing 3-15% fiber by weight were tested for tensile strength, flexural strength, hardness, and impact energy. The research aims to study how fiber treatment and fiber content affect mechanical properties.
Hybrid polymer composites are the materials made by combining two or more
different type of fibers in a matrix. Hybrid polymer composite material offers the
designer to obtain the required properties in a controlled considerable extent by the
choice of fibers and matrix. The properties are tailored in the material by selecting
different kinds of fiber incorporated in the same resin matrix. They offer wide range of
properties that cannot be obtained with a single type of reinforcement. Due to its high
specific strengths, high specific modulus, low densities, light weight etc. based on its
applications. Presently they are playing a vital role in aerospace, defence, transport,
sport applications. Worldwide researches are keenly interested in finding out their
behavior in real life exposed to various environmental conditions, variety of loads etc.
In this paper, We fabricated carbon, e-glass and hybrid composites by using hand
layup technique in uni-directional orientation with epoxy as a matrix material and
conducted various tests such as tensile, compression on Universal Testing Machine
(UTM) and hardness. The results are validated with FEA and observed that Al-6061-
T6 which is used in manufacturing of military aircraft landing mats, truck bodies and
frames etc. has a tensile strength of about 310.25Mpa.The tensile strength of hybrid
fiber is 341Mpa which is higher than Al 6061-T6. We have compared the
experimental results with ansys results and found that the experimental values are
very close to the ansys results. But when compared within the fibers carbon fiber
exhibited more strength when compared to other fibers
IRJET- Hybridization of in Composite MaterialsIRJET Journal
This document discusses hybrid composite materials made from both natural and synthetic fibers to improve mechanical properties. It begins by introducing composite materials and their benefits of high strength and stiffness but lack of ductility. To address this, hybrid composites containing multiple fibers are proposed. Common hybrid configurations include interlayer, yarn-by-yarn, and layer-by-layer designs. Both natural fibers like jute, sisal, and kenaf and synthetic fibers like glass and carbon fibers are discussed. Chemical treatments are used to clean natural fibers and increase bonding to the polymer matrix. The mechanical properties of natural fiber composites are then evaluated based on previous studies, finding properties like strength and stiffness increase with higher fiber content or improved surface treatments
Experiments were conducted on jute fiber reinforced polypropylene (PP) composites
to optimize the content of fiber in the composite. It was found to be 40wt%. In the present
study, effects of hybridizing glass fibers and carbon in the optimized jute fiber reinforced
PP composite have been studied. The properties such as tensile, flexural and impact with
respect to randomly oriented jute, glass and carbon fiber variations in the PP matrix are
considered. Jute, glass and carbon fibers reinforced PP matrix composites with different
fiber contents were prepared by injection molding. Matrix content is kept as 60wt%. The
hybridization of the fibers considered by weight fraction for jute and glass is 20:20, for
jute and carbon is 20:20 and jute, glass and carbon is 20:10:10. Results showed that
tensile, flexural and impact properties have been improved with glass fiber hybridization
and further improvement in these properties are observed with carbon fiber hybridization.
When glass and carbon fibers are added in 10:10 weight percentage the considered
mechanical properties have been found to be nearer to the composite with 20 wt% of
carbon.
Kaolinite/Polypropylene Nanocomposites. Part 1: CompoundingIRJET Journal
This document summarizes research on producing and analyzing kaolinite/polypropylene nanocomposites. Three types of polypropylene (PP) and kaolinite powder were compounded at various formulations from 0-30% kaolinite content using a twin-screw extruder. The compounded pellets were then extruded to produce fibers for further drawing or filaments for 3D printing. Melt flow properties and crystallization temperatures were analyzed for the different PP/kaolinite compositions. The crystallization temperature increase with kaolinite content indicates kaolinite acts as a nucleating agent for PP crystallization. Fibers, filaments, and 3D printed specimens were produced to characterize the
IRJET- A Review on the Mechanical Properties of Natural Fibre Reinforced Poly...IRJET Journal
This document reviews the mechanical properties of natural fiber reinforced polymer composites. It discusses how the tensile properties of these composites are influenced by fiber loading and surface treatments. The tensile strength generally increases with fiber content up to a maximum, while the Young's modulus continuously increases. However, the hydrophilic nature of natural fibers causes incompatibility with hydrophobic polymer matrices. Surface treatments can make the fibers more hydrophobic and improve adhesion. Alkali treatment and acrylic acid treatment are effective modification methods.
HEALTH CENTER NEEDS MANAGER WITH GRADUATE OF PROFESSION OF PUBLIC HEALTH GENE...IAEME Publication
An additional cost of health insurance paid by the government has increased every
year. Theoretically, this is due to curative services have been more and more dominant.
The one problem might be due to different views between 2 organizations concerning
public health.
IRJET- Experimental Investigation and Behaviour of Epoxy Resin Reinforced wit...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes an experimental investigation of the mechanical properties of a composite made from epoxy resin reinforced with woven glass fibers and jute fibers. The composite was fabricated using hand lay-up techniques. Tests were conducted to determine the tensile strength, flexural strength, impact strength, and hardness of the composite according to ASTM standards. The results of the experimental investigation are not discussed in the summary as the focus is on providing a high-level overview of the purpose and methodology described in the document.
IRJET- The Effect of Chemical Treatment on the Tensile Properties of Sisal Fi...IRJET Journal
The document discusses the effect of chemical treatment on the tensile properties of sisal fiber reinforced epoxy composites. Sisal fibers were extracted from leaves using a water retting method and then treated with 3%, 6%, and 9% NaOH solutions. Composites were made from untreated and treated fibers using epoxy resin and compression molding. Tensile tests found that composites from 3% NaOH treated fibers had the highest tensile strength, while those from 6% treated fibers had the highest Young's modulus. Chemical treatment improved the tensile properties by removing fiber surface components and increasing adhesion to the epoxy matrix.
EXPERIMENTAL STUDY ON WEAR BEHAVIOUR OF SIC FILLED HYBRID COMPOSITES USING TA...IAEME Publication
The document presents an experimental study on the wear behavior of silicon carbide (SiC) filled hybrid composites using the Taguchi method. Three types of hybrid composites with 10% SiC by weight were tested - glass fiber reinforced with epoxy and jute, sisal, or rubber. Pin-on-disk testing was conducted according to a Taguchi L9 orthogonal array, with speed, load, material, and distance as factors. Material was found to be the most influential factor on wear rate, followed by load. The 10% SiC glass fiber-rubber-epoxy composite showed the lowest wear rate at 300 rpm speed, 40N load, and 75m distance. SEM images showed wear of
Fabrication & Characterization of Bio Composite Materials Based On Sunnhemp F...IJMER
This document summarizes research on the fabrication and characterization of bio-composite materials using sunnhemp fibre. The document discusses how sunnhemp fibre was used to reinforce an epoxy matrix through hand lay-up methods. Various mechanical properties of the bio-composites were tested, including tensile, flexural, and impact properties. The results of the mechanical tests on the bio-composite specimens are presented. Potential applications of the sunnhemp fibre bio-composites are also suggested, such as in fall ceilings, partitions, packaging, automotive interiors, and toys.
IRJET - A Review on Multi-Layered Armour using Sugarcane Bagasse WasteIRJET Journal
This document reviews the use of sugarcane bagasse waste as a material for multi-layered ballistic armor. It first discusses sugarcane bagasse composites, including their mechanical properties and prior research examining their reinforcement in polymer matrices. It then discusses multi-layered armor systems, noting that they provide weight advantages over monolithic plates but can have reduced ballistic resistance. The document surveys previous research comparing the performance of mono-layered and multi-layered armor configurations. Finally, it discusses the potential use of sugarcane bagasse composites as the secondary layer in a multi-layered armor system.
Characterization of natural fiber reinforced composites bamboo and sisal a re...eSAT Publishing House
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology.
This document proposes research to test the flame retardancy of biocomposites made from polylactic acid reinforced with flax and coir fibers, along with ammonium polyphosphate and expanded graphite as fire retardants. Natural fiber composites are gaining attention for their sustainability over traditional composites like glass fiber, but have poorer flame retardancy. The research aims to characterize the flame retardancy of these biocomposites through testing their thermal decomposition properties and flammability performance.
STUDY ON THE INFLUENCE OF FIBER ORIENTATION ON PALF REINFORCED BISPHENOL COMP...IAEME Publication
The main advantage of a composite material over conventional material like a monolithic metal is the
combination of different properties which are seldom found in the conventional material. In recent years natural fibers
appear to be the outstanding materials which come as the viable and abundant substitute for the expensive and
nonrenewable synthetic fiber. Pineapple leaf fiber (PALF) is one of them that have also good potential as reinforcement
in thermoset composite. The objective of the present work is to investigate the effect of fiber orientation on the mechanical properties of PALF reinforced Bisphenol composite and explores the potential of using PALF as reinforcing
material.
IRJET- Mechanical Characterization of Polymer Matrix Composites for Transport...IRJET Journal
This document discusses the fabrication and mechanical characterization of a polymer matrix composite tube for transportation safety applications. The tube was fabricated using a hand layup process with layers of Kevlar and glass fibers in an epoxy matrix. Compression testing of the tube showed that it withstood a maximum load of 58.4 kN and had a compressive strength of 82.13 MPa, indicating its potential use for energy absorption applications in automobiles. A literature review presented research on the mechanical properties of Kevlar and fiber-reinforced composites, highlighting their use in impact and ballistic resistance.
A Study on Mechanical Properties of Hemp-Bagasse Fibers Reinforced with Epoxy...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes a study on the mechanical properties of hemp-bagasse fiber reinforced epoxy hybrid composites. Composite laminates were fabricated using hemp, bagasse, and E-glass fibers in epoxy resin. The fibers were treated with alkali before being incorporated into laminates at 10% and 20% volume fractions using hand layup. Tensile, flexural, and hardness tests were conducted according to ASTM standards. The results showed that the 10% volume fraction laminate had higher ultimate tensile strength of 42MPa and the 20% fraction had higher flexural strength of 77.9MPa. Hardness was also evaluated. The study demonstrated that hybrid natural fiber composites can
Study in Physical and Mechanical Properties of Renewable Aluminum Foil-Filled...prawitjitiyakron
This research studies the potential of a renewable material,
aluminum foil, as filler in high density polyethylene (HDPE).
The filler was used in range of 0-40% by weight. Aluminum
foil/HDPE compounding was prepared using single screw
extruder.. The incorporation of al foil into HDPE increased
hardness where as decrease tensile modulus and tensile
strength of HDPE. The highest hardness of compounded was
56.8 Shore D scales at 40 wt% aluminum foil content. It was
found that increasing the aluminum foil content resulted in
very similar trend of increase in hardness properties. Because
aluminum foil is harder than matrix. The highest tensile
modulus and tensile strength of compounded was 345 MPa
and 25 MPa at 10 wt% aluminum foil content. The decreases
in the mechanical properties of HDPE with aluminum foil
were explained in associate with the presence of interface
defects between aluminum foil and polymer. SEM
micrographs indicated poor dispersion and adhesion of
HDPE/aluminum foil compounding. Furthermore, the optical
microscope results show flake structure of aluminum foil that
immiscible with HDPE. The overall results in this research
suggest that the properties of HDPE/aluminum foil composites
were influenced by aluminum foil content.
Investigation of Wear Behavior of Rice Husk Filled Cotton Fiber Reinforced Po...ijtsrd
Usage of natural fiber reinforced polymeric composites has drastically increased in recent years for industrial applications. In this investigation, Composite specimens were prepared with polyester resin, cotton polyester resin, and cotton polyester resin with rice husk filler. The hand layup method was used to prepare composite sheets with specially prepared steel die. The specimens were prepared as per ASTMG99 standards and Friction coefficient and wear rate were measured for the proposed materials under dry sliding contact with steel counter face. Pin on disc wear testing machine used to perform the proposed tribological measurement and 20,40, and 60N applied normal loads. Suganth. V | Gabriel. A | Dr. S. Velumani "Investigation of Wear Behavior of Rice Husk Filled Cotton Fiber Reinforced Polyester Composites" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-6 , October 2020, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd33635.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/engineering/mechanical-engineering/33635/investigation-of-wear-behavior-of-rice-husk-filled-cotton-fiber-reinforced-polyester-composites/suganth-v
Banana fiber-reinforced polypropylene composites: A study of the physico-mech...Thùy Linh
This document summarizes a study on banana fiber-reinforced polypropylene composites. The composites were prepared by compression molding banana fibers with polypropylene matrix. Both fibers and matrix were irradiated with UV radiation at different intensities to improve mechanical properties. The fibers were also treated with 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate solutions and cured at different temperatures and times. The treated composites showed better mechanical properties than untreated ones. The composites' water uptake and weathering performance were also evaluated.
This document summarizes a study on the mechanical properties and microstructural analysis of composites made from high density polyethylene (HDPE) reinforced with different agro-wastes (groundnut shell, coconut shell, palm kernel shell). Tensile tests, flexural tests, and environmental scanning electron microscopy were used to analyze the composites. The results showed that coconut shell composites exhibited the best mechanical properties overall. Microstructural analysis indicated even distribution of the agro-waste fillers within the HDPE matrix and good interfacial adhesion between the phases. The study demonstrates the potential of using agricultural waste materials to reinforce plastics and produce cost-effective composite materials.
Fabrication and Testing of Natural Fiber Reinforced Hybrid Composites Banana/...IJMER
International Journal of Modern Engineering Research (IJMER) is Peer reviewed, online Journal. It serves as an international archival forum of scholarly research related to engineering and science education.
International Journal of Modern Engineering Research (IJMER) covers all the fields of engineering and science: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Thermodynamics, Structural Engineering, Control Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Fluid Mechanics, Nanotechnology, Simulators, Web-based Learning, Remote Laboratories, Engineering Design Methods, Education Research, Students' Satisfaction and Motivation, Global Projects, and Assessment…. And many more.
The Journal of MC Square Scientific Research is published by MC Square Publication on the monthly basis. It aims to publish original research papers devoted to wide areas in various disciplines of science and engineering and their applications in industry. This journal is basically devoted to interdisciplinary research in Science, Engineering and Technology, which can improve the technology being used in industry. The real-life problems involve multi-disciplinary knowledge, and thus strong inter-disciplinary approach is the need of the research.
EXPERIMENTAL CHARACTRIZATION OF HYBRID COMPOSITE MATERIALS FOR TENSION, FLEXU...IRJET Journal
This document describes an experimental study that characterized the mechanical properties of hybrid composite materials made of jute cloth, E-glass fibers, and polyester resin. Specimens were fabricated using hand layup and tested in tension, flexure, and impact. Tensile testing measured Young's modulus, flexural testing measured flexural strength, and Charpy testing measured impact strength. The study found that hybrid composites, which combine natural and synthetic fibers, perform better than composites with a single fiber type due to benefits from both fibers. Characterizing mechanical properties of hybrid composites is important as their use increases in industries like aerospace, military, and automotive.
IRJET- Hybridization of in Composite MaterialsIRJET Journal
This document discusses hybrid composite materials made from both natural and synthetic fibers to improve mechanical properties. It begins by introducing composite materials and their benefits of high strength and stiffness but lack of ductility. To address this, hybrid composites containing multiple fibers are proposed. Common hybrid configurations include interlayer, yarn-by-yarn, and layer-by-layer designs. Both natural fibers like jute, sisal, and kenaf and synthetic fibers like glass and carbon fibers are discussed. Chemical treatments are used to clean natural fibers and increase bonding to the polymer matrix. The mechanical properties of natural fiber composites are then evaluated based on previous studies, finding properties like strength and stiffness increase with higher fiber content or improved surface treatments
Experiments were conducted on jute fiber reinforced polypropylene (PP) composites
to optimize the content of fiber in the composite. It was found to be 40wt%. In the present
study, effects of hybridizing glass fibers and carbon in the optimized jute fiber reinforced
PP composite have been studied. The properties such as tensile, flexural and impact with
respect to randomly oriented jute, glass and carbon fiber variations in the PP matrix are
considered. Jute, glass and carbon fibers reinforced PP matrix composites with different
fiber contents were prepared by injection molding. Matrix content is kept as 60wt%. The
hybridization of the fibers considered by weight fraction for jute and glass is 20:20, for
jute and carbon is 20:20 and jute, glass and carbon is 20:10:10. Results showed that
tensile, flexural and impact properties have been improved with glass fiber hybridization
and further improvement in these properties are observed with carbon fiber hybridization.
When glass and carbon fibers are added in 10:10 weight percentage the considered
mechanical properties have been found to be nearer to the composite with 20 wt% of
carbon.
Kaolinite/Polypropylene Nanocomposites. Part 1: CompoundingIRJET Journal
This document summarizes research on producing and analyzing kaolinite/polypropylene nanocomposites. Three types of polypropylene (PP) and kaolinite powder were compounded at various formulations from 0-30% kaolinite content using a twin-screw extruder. The compounded pellets were then extruded to produce fibers for further drawing or filaments for 3D printing. Melt flow properties and crystallization temperatures were analyzed for the different PP/kaolinite compositions. The crystallization temperature increase with kaolinite content indicates kaolinite acts as a nucleating agent for PP crystallization. Fibers, filaments, and 3D printed specimens were produced to characterize the
IRJET- A Review on the Mechanical Properties of Natural Fibre Reinforced Poly...IRJET Journal
This document reviews the mechanical properties of natural fiber reinforced polymer composites. It discusses how the tensile properties of these composites are influenced by fiber loading and surface treatments. The tensile strength generally increases with fiber content up to a maximum, while the Young's modulus continuously increases. However, the hydrophilic nature of natural fibers causes incompatibility with hydrophobic polymer matrices. Surface treatments can make the fibers more hydrophobic and improve adhesion. Alkali treatment and acrylic acid treatment are effective modification methods.
HEALTH CENTER NEEDS MANAGER WITH GRADUATE OF PROFESSION OF PUBLIC HEALTH GENE...IAEME Publication
An additional cost of health insurance paid by the government has increased every
year. Theoretically, this is due to curative services have been more and more dominant.
The one problem might be due to different views between 2 organizations concerning
public health.
IRJET- Experimental Investigation and Behaviour of Epoxy Resin Reinforced wit...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes an experimental investigation of the mechanical properties of a composite made from epoxy resin reinforced with woven glass fibers and jute fibers. The composite was fabricated using hand lay-up techniques. Tests were conducted to determine the tensile strength, flexural strength, impact strength, and hardness of the composite according to ASTM standards. The results of the experimental investigation are not discussed in the summary as the focus is on providing a high-level overview of the purpose and methodology described in the document.
IRJET- The Effect of Chemical Treatment on the Tensile Properties of Sisal Fi...IRJET Journal
The document discusses the effect of chemical treatment on the tensile properties of sisal fiber reinforced epoxy composites. Sisal fibers were extracted from leaves using a water retting method and then treated with 3%, 6%, and 9% NaOH solutions. Composites were made from untreated and treated fibers using epoxy resin and compression molding. Tensile tests found that composites from 3% NaOH treated fibers had the highest tensile strength, while those from 6% treated fibers had the highest Young's modulus. Chemical treatment improved the tensile properties by removing fiber surface components and increasing adhesion to the epoxy matrix.
EXPERIMENTAL STUDY ON WEAR BEHAVIOUR OF SIC FILLED HYBRID COMPOSITES USING TA...IAEME Publication
The document presents an experimental study on the wear behavior of silicon carbide (SiC) filled hybrid composites using the Taguchi method. Three types of hybrid composites with 10% SiC by weight were tested - glass fiber reinforced with epoxy and jute, sisal, or rubber. Pin-on-disk testing was conducted according to a Taguchi L9 orthogonal array, with speed, load, material, and distance as factors. Material was found to be the most influential factor on wear rate, followed by load. The 10% SiC glass fiber-rubber-epoxy composite showed the lowest wear rate at 300 rpm speed, 40N load, and 75m distance. SEM images showed wear of
Fabrication & Characterization of Bio Composite Materials Based On Sunnhemp F...IJMER
This document summarizes research on the fabrication and characterization of bio-composite materials using sunnhemp fibre. The document discusses how sunnhemp fibre was used to reinforce an epoxy matrix through hand lay-up methods. Various mechanical properties of the bio-composites were tested, including tensile, flexural, and impact properties. The results of the mechanical tests on the bio-composite specimens are presented. Potential applications of the sunnhemp fibre bio-composites are also suggested, such as in fall ceilings, partitions, packaging, automotive interiors, and toys.
IRJET - A Review on Multi-Layered Armour using Sugarcane Bagasse WasteIRJET Journal
This document reviews the use of sugarcane bagasse waste as a material for multi-layered ballistic armor. It first discusses sugarcane bagasse composites, including their mechanical properties and prior research examining their reinforcement in polymer matrices. It then discusses multi-layered armor systems, noting that they provide weight advantages over monolithic plates but can have reduced ballistic resistance. The document surveys previous research comparing the performance of mono-layered and multi-layered armor configurations. Finally, it discusses the potential use of sugarcane bagasse composites as the secondary layer in a multi-layered armor system.
Characterization of natural fiber reinforced composites bamboo and sisal a re...eSAT Publishing House
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology.
This document proposes research to test the flame retardancy of biocomposites made from polylactic acid reinforced with flax and coir fibers, along with ammonium polyphosphate and expanded graphite as fire retardants. Natural fiber composites are gaining attention for their sustainability over traditional composites like glass fiber, but have poorer flame retardancy. The research aims to characterize the flame retardancy of these biocomposites through testing their thermal decomposition properties and flammability performance.
STUDY ON THE INFLUENCE OF FIBER ORIENTATION ON PALF REINFORCED BISPHENOL COMP...IAEME Publication
The main advantage of a composite material over conventional material like a monolithic metal is the
combination of different properties which are seldom found in the conventional material. In recent years natural fibers
appear to be the outstanding materials which come as the viable and abundant substitute for the expensive and
nonrenewable synthetic fiber. Pineapple leaf fiber (PALF) is one of them that have also good potential as reinforcement
in thermoset composite. The objective of the present work is to investigate the effect of fiber orientation on the mechanical properties of PALF reinforced Bisphenol composite and explores the potential of using PALF as reinforcing
material.
IRJET- Mechanical Characterization of Polymer Matrix Composites for Transport...IRJET Journal
This document discusses the fabrication and mechanical characterization of a polymer matrix composite tube for transportation safety applications. The tube was fabricated using a hand layup process with layers of Kevlar and glass fibers in an epoxy matrix. Compression testing of the tube showed that it withstood a maximum load of 58.4 kN and had a compressive strength of 82.13 MPa, indicating its potential use for energy absorption applications in automobiles. A literature review presented research on the mechanical properties of Kevlar and fiber-reinforced composites, highlighting their use in impact and ballistic resistance.
A Study on Mechanical Properties of Hemp-Bagasse Fibers Reinforced with Epoxy...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes a study on the mechanical properties of hemp-bagasse fiber reinforced epoxy hybrid composites. Composite laminates were fabricated using hemp, bagasse, and E-glass fibers in epoxy resin. The fibers were treated with alkali before being incorporated into laminates at 10% and 20% volume fractions using hand layup. Tensile, flexural, and hardness tests were conducted according to ASTM standards. The results showed that the 10% volume fraction laminate had higher ultimate tensile strength of 42MPa and the 20% fraction had higher flexural strength of 77.9MPa. Hardness was also evaluated. The study demonstrated that hybrid natural fiber composites can
Study in Physical and Mechanical Properties of Renewable Aluminum Foil-Filled...prawitjitiyakron
This research studies the potential of a renewable material,
aluminum foil, as filler in high density polyethylene (HDPE).
The filler was used in range of 0-40% by weight. Aluminum
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extruder.. The incorporation of al foil into HDPE increased
hardness where as decrease tensile modulus and tensile
strength of HDPE. The highest hardness of compounded was
56.8 Shore D scales at 40 wt% aluminum foil content. It was
found that increasing the aluminum foil content resulted in
very similar trend of increase in hardness properties. Because
aluminum foil is harder than matrix. The highest tensile
modulus and tensile strength of compounded was 345 MPa
and 25 MPa at 10 wt% aluminum foil content. The decreases
in the mechanical properties of HDPE with aluminum foil
were explained in associate with the presence of interface
defects between aluminum foil and polymer. SEM
micrographs indicated poor dispersion and adhesion of
HDPE/aluminum foil compounding. Furthermore, the optical
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Evaluation and Sustainability of Natural-Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites in the Automotive Industry
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School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
The University of New South Wales
MECH 9420: Composite Materials and Mechanics
Evaluation and Sustainability of Natural-Fiber Reinforced
Polymer Composites in the Automotive Industry
FOR Codes:
0912 – Materials Engineering
0902 – Automotive Engineering
By
Asif Akram
z5086426
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Industry
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1.0 Introduction:
Composite materials are complex systems which consist of matrix components and reinforced
materials. A definition of composite materials can be: It is a multi-phased combination of two
or more materials with different properties, and it not only retains the characteristics of the
original components but also new properties which were not present in the constituent
components [1]. All composite materials are mainly consisting of three distinct structures, the
matrix phase which is continuous, the reinforced phase which acts around the matrix structure
providing adhesive properties and to impart toughness, and the interphase which is an
agreement between the matrix and reinforced phases. This paper is focused on the study of
natural-fiber polymer matrix composites and their application in motor vehicles.
Polymer matrix composites have been prevalently used in various industries, including
aerospace, automotive, marine, and military [2] because of their high tensile strength and
stiffness which stem from the properties of the fibers and the matrix resins. They are mainly
composed of an organic matrix which bound together continuous fibers.
In the automotive industry, polymer matrix composites have a widespread range of uses with
projected increasing rates of production. In cars, they are seen in the form of dashboards, engine
covers, car covers, floors and seats. Over the past decade more car manufacturers and suppliers
from Europe have embraced the usage of natural-fiber composites with thermoplastic and
thermoset matrices and manufacturing methods [3]. The composition of these neutral-fiber
composites and their properties are desired due to their reductions in weight, their low CO2
emission, and their low cost of manufacture. The manufacture of these thermosets and
thermoplastic matrices are discussed in this study, as well as their application in high
temperatures. Further discussed is the study of newer methods of manufacture of the fiber
materials and their possible use to reinforce them with the polymer composites.
The main focus of this study is on the usage of these natural-fiber composites such as hemp in
the automotive industry as opposed to glass fiber reinforced polymer composites. Hemp is
chosen as the alternative as it showcases similar desirable properties as those of glass fiber,
which will be discussed later in the literature review of this study. The mechanical properties,
methods of manufacture, and performance of hemp and glass fibers are discussed, and a
comparison is made with regards to showing that hemp can be a suitable more sustainable
alternative for the manufacture of car parts.
Finally, a conclusion is drawn from the major points of literature reviewed to provide insight
to the readers.
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2.0 Literature Review:
The following literature review provides the readers the understanding of the parameters
considered when comparing the usage of natural fiber-based polymer composites over glass
for sustainability in the automotive industry. The review is based on literature obtained from
various sources that focus on the application of polymer composites in engineering, as well as
their performances in extreme conditions.
2.1 Natural-fiber reinforced polymer composite materials and properties:
The most prevalent natural fibers in use are “Blast”, which are obtained from plant cellulose,
and fibers that are derived from seeds (such as cotton). Hemp is a classification of blast fiber,
whose world production amounts to about 2.1 × 10'
tonnes per year, as compared to the most
prominent natural fiber (wood), whose world annual production is 1.75 × 10*
tonnes [3].
It can be harvested two or three times every year and can be easily grown in most climates.
Table 1 shows the chemical composition of hemp.
Table 1: Chemical composition of Hemp [3]
Material Percentage Composition
Cellulose 77.5%
Hemi-cellulose 10.0%
Lignin 6.8%
Pectin 2.9%
Fat and Wax 0.9%
Water soluble materials 1.8%
It can be seen that hemp is predominantly a cellulose structure. Over the last couple of decades,
research on implementing natural-fiber composites over synthetic fibers have sped up due to
the negative environmental impacts resulting from increased use of synthetic fibers. The
depletion of fossil fuels and petroleum reserves coupled with coordinated efforts from world
powers to increase environmental regulations have resulted in an increased effort of finding
recyclable materials that agree with the environment and are independent of fossil fuels [4].
Natural-fiber reinforced composites are thus seen as a solution in this study.
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Figure 1: Cellulose structure
Figure 1 shows the chemical structure of cellulose and the organic bonds that occur in them.
2.1.1 Manufacturing of natural-fiber (hemp) reinforced composites:
The manufacturing process of obtaining natural-fiber reinforced polymer composites involves
the use of a thermoset or thermoplastic polymer matrix system [5]. Thermoplastic materials are
plastic polymers that can be molded into a desired shape at high temperature and solidified
upon cooling. For non-structural components of vehicles, the adequate system currently used
is thermoplastic polypropylene. Polypropylene is chosen due to its low density, desirable
mechanical and electrical properties, good dimensional stability and impact strength [3]. The
process of developing thermoplastic natural-fiber composites involves the use of a mould. This
involves using thin reinforced sheets of the thermoplastic material and allowing them to soften
[5]. Once they are softened, they are then transferred to the corresponding molded tool, where
they are simultaneously shaped and cooled. This process is a lot less time consuming as
opposed to preheating the thermoplastic sheet in a separated heating unit. This process is called
compression moulding.
Compression moulding is used for manufacturing low to medium range automotive parts such
as body panels and doors. It is advantageous due to its short cycle times and low fiber attrition.
As mentioned above, the temperature range of the process is a predominant feature in
determining the properties of the product. The temperature limit before degradation occurs is
concluded through experiments to be 150° C for long duration processes, while for short term
exposure it is found to be 220° C. Long term exposure to high temperatures results in
discoloration, poor adhesion between fiber and polymer, and release of volatiles. Thus, it is
desirable to ensure as fast a reaction rate as possible to avoid degradation [5].
For commercial production of natural-fiber composites, particularly where complex shapes are
required such as in the automotive industry, injection moulding is the preferred method. It is a
desirable process due to its excellent dimensional tolerance and low cycle time [3]. However,
there are drawbacks to this process. The mechanical action of the screws involved in the
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process may damage the fibers. Furthermore, since the intricate shapes of the product arise
from the interaction between the fibers, the polymer, and the machine, any disagreement or
mishap may lead to the constituent particles remaining in the composites.
2.1.2 Compatibilization and Coupling
The physical properties of the composites depend largely on the adhesion between the natural
fiber and polymer matrix [3]. And thus, to ensure suitable adhesion and increase efficiency, the
blend is compatibilized or coupled.
Compatibilization involves any kind of operation that ensures there is suitable moisture levels
in the blend. Natural fibers absorb moisture from the surroundings depending on the current
relative humidity. Absorption of excess moisture or having very low moisture may result in
changes of the desired properties of the composite.
Coupling is a process in which polymers and fillers that are not similar are made into alloys by
the help of external agents. One such suitable external agent is Vinylester resin, which is
obtained from reaction between epoxy resin and an unsaturated carboxylic acid [5]. This
external agent offers good chemical and mechanical properties, and low cost and ease of
manufacture. The Vinylester allows for absorption of energy by the polyester chain, resulting
in a tougher material.
Choosing a suitable method of manufacturing natural-fiber reinforced composite materials
depends on the type of application of the material, the specific properties of material, and the
cost of manufacture.
2.2 Glass-fiber polymer reinforced polymer composite materials and properties:
As a comparison to the natural fiber procured from hemp introduced in a previous section, E-
glass fiber is chosen as the benchmark synthetic fiber whose properties the hemp natural-fiber
must at least match. Glass fiber is light in weight, extremely durable, and robust [6]. Properties
such as high tensile strength, high specific Young’s modulus, heat resistance and relatively low
density as opposed to metals mean that E-glass is the most common synthetic fiber used in
industries. Table 2 shows the chemical composition of E-glass by weight percentage.
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Table 2: Chemical composition of E-glass [6]
Material Percentage
Composition
Silicon dioxide 54%
Aluminum oxide 14%
Calcium Oxide + Magnesium Oxide 22%
Sodium Oxide + Potassium Oxide < 2%
Boron Trioxide 10%
Other impurities < 1%
2.3 Comparison between natural-fiber and glass fiber reinforced composites:
Due to the abundance of natural-fiber sources and their recyclability, they have been suitable
alternatives to synthetic fibers such as glass or carbon [4]. Table 3 shows the mechanical
properties of various natural fibers. These properties are then used to determine the most
appropriate natural fiber alternative to E-glass.
Table 3: Mechanical properties of natural fibres and E-glass [3]
Fiber Density (g/cm3
) Tensile strength
(MPa)
Young’s
Modulus (Gpa)
Specific
tensile
strength
(Mpa/gcm-3)
Specific
Young’s
Modulus
(Gpa/gcm-3
)
Flax 1.5 345-1830 27-80 230-1220 18-53
Hemp 1.5 550-1110 58-70 370-740 39-47
Jute 1.3-1.5 393-800 10-55 300-610 7.1-39
Cotton 1.5.1.6 287-800 5.5-13 190-530 3.7-8.4
E-glass 2.5 2000-3000 70 800-1400 29
The advantage that the natural fibers have over E-glass is that they are all less dense. It can be
seen from the table that E-glass is the most superior in terms of specific tensile strength, with
Flax coming a close second. However, it can be inferred that both Hemp and flax have specific
Young’s Modulus that range higher than that of E-glass, so hemp and flax can be chosen as
suitable natural fibers for automotive applications. Flax has a very broad range of specific
tensile strength and specific Young’s Modulus and so it would be more time consuming and
less cost-effective method to manufacture flax reinforced composites with the correct
mechanical properties [3]. Therefore, hemp is chosen as the best option. The relatively low
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tensile strength opens up the scope of further research of obtaining hybridized composites
which have higher strength properties. This will be discussed later in the study.
2.3.1 Manufacturing comparison of hemp reinforced and E-glass reinforced composite:
As discussed previously, the manufacture of hemp reinforced composites involves either
injection moulding or compression moulding, depending on the application and grade of
product needed. The manufacture of E-glass essentially involves the heating of silica (SiO2)
sand at high temperature, and then rapidly cooling to form crystalized quartz [7]. Glass is then
produced by careful regulation of the heating/cooling processes. The overall process is broken
down into five steps [7]:
• Batching: The process of weighing the exact quantities of raw materials needed.
• Melting: The batched materials are then sent to a gas-powered furnace operating at high
temperatures. The temperature range of the furnace is approximately 1400° C.
• Fiber formation: The formation of glass fibers involves the process of extrusion and
attenuation. In the extrusion process, the molten glass is cooled down by water jets as
they exit the furnace
• Coating: This is where a chemical coating is added to the plates. The coating may
include lubricants or coupling agents, which help with protecting the filaments from
breaking.
• Packaging: The produced filaments are then coupled into large bundles which form a
glass strand consisting of a large number of filaments.
Due to the processing of glass fiber involves a number of intricate steps, the cycle time of
manufacture is higher than that of manufacturing natural fibers [7]. There are also various
drawbacks to this manufacturing method. During the melting process, the melting and moving
of the glass damages the furnace which results in a shorter service life and proper maintenance
[7]. In terms of cost, the glass filament plates are expensive, and their shapes are imperative to
the fiber formation process. The temperature range at which the manufacture of natural fiber
operates is much lower than that of glass fiber manufacture [3] (150°-220° C as opposed to
1400° C). With abundance of materials, lower cost of manufacture, and less maintenance, the
manufacture of natural fibers is more advantageous than that of glass fiber. But in terms of cost
effectiveness, the widespread usage of petroleum-based fiber reinforced composites are still
preferred because obtaining the raw materials for natural-fiber composites are still more
expensive overall than synthetic raw materials. This is because of the low volume of production
rather than the cost of the raw materials themselves [4].
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2.4 Sustainability of natural-fiber (hemp) reinforced composites:
The abundance of plastics in the environment, the depletion of fossil fuels and petroleum
resources, increased carbon dioxide emission, and growing concerns for the environment all
over the world has led to increased research on finding bio-degradable and sustainable
alternatives to synthetic fiber composites [4]. The most accepted definition of sustainability is:
A sustainable product would meet the needs of the present without compromising the needs of
future generations. Sources of natural fiber materials largely meet the definition of
sustainability as their plant cellulose can be easily replaced by booming agriculture. There are
other factors which determine whether a material is sustainable. These include cost
effectiveness, profitability, life cycle assessment, the energy consumed, and its recyclability
[4].
It should be noted that the research on development of bio-degradable natural composites have
only started since the last two decades, while synthetic composites have been around for
centuries. Therefore, there is lot of scope for developing suitable bio-degradable raw materials
in the future which can provide the same strength properties as that of glass fibers. Currently,
since the natural fibers made from cellulose/starch are bio-degradable, but the common
thermosets and thermoplastics are non-biodegradable, bio-composites are thus classified as
partially bio-degradable.
2.4.1 Application of natural-fiber (hemp) reinforced composites:
The following figure presents the schematics of the interconnection between the development
and application of natural-fiber composite materials.
Figure 2: Schmatics [4]
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It can be seen that in order for natural-fibers to fully replace synthetic fibers, it must
showcase or exceed the structural and functional stability of the synthetic fibers [4], whilst
demonstrating no adverse environmental impact and withstand degradation. It is currently not
possible to compete economically with petroleum-based fibers, hence further refinement and
research is required before natural-fibers are more widely accepted.
2.4.2 Carbon offsetting and environmental impact:
The life-cycle of biodegradable polymer composites can help maintain the CO2 balance in the
environment, thus greatly reducing emissions. Other environmental benefits of bio-degradable
polymer usage include, complete biological degradation, preservation of materials based on
fossil fuels, waste disposal solutions, and recyclability. Furthermore, the rise in oil prices
helped to pique interest in the development of natural resources. Figure 3 shows the cycle of
natural polymers that offsets and maintains the atmospheric composition of Carbon dioxide in
the atmosphere [4].
It can be seen from the figure that using natural resources for composite manufacture can help
maintain CO2 composition. Once the composites or excess materials have been discarded, they
then help produce water and carbon dioxide after degradation for plants to then
photosynthesize. The raw resources are then used for the production of polymers, thus
restarting the cycle.
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2.5 Future prospects for natural-fiber reinforced composites:
The use of polymer composites from natural resources have a lot of criteria to meet if they are
to compete with synthetic fibers. As mentioned in the previous passages of this study, there are
a lot of drawbacks preventing natural-fiber reinforced composites from widespread use in the
automotive industry.
One of the most notable shortcomings is the low impact strength of the fibers. Structural
integrity is an important property of car bodies. But natural composites exhibit non-brittle
properties on impact, allowing for increased safety over glass fiber composites. During the
manufacturing process of natural composites, ensuring adequate moisture is present is also a
complex factor to consider. For them to be considered for high-volume applications, new and
developed biopolymer composites have to be used, with higher structural properties while
maintain current performance of carbon dioxide offsetting and biodegradability. For this
purpose, research has been ongoing for the development of hybridization techniques.
2.6 Hybridized synthetic/natural fiber-reinforced composites:
Hybridization involves the addition of extra fibers to the polymer matrix to increase the
mechanical properties of the composites [8]. This is achieved by two reasons, first, having
multiple fibers of the same length but different diameters allow for uniform transfer of stress
to take place by increasing the effective area of application [8]. And second, fibers with higher
elongation are able to carry the loads in case lower elongation fibers are broken, thus preventing
matrix failure. Hybridized composites thus allow for having composite structures with better
or equal mechanical properties than homogenous natural/synthetic fiber reinforced composites.
One type of fiber reinforced composites has been selected.
2.6.1 Synthetic/natural fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites:
This hybrid composite is prepared by injection moulding with appropriate fractions of fibers.
It involves the intertwining of glass fibers with polypropylene. Through experiments [8], it has
been found that there has been increase in tensile strength and modulus intensity. The
mechanical properties are shown in the table.
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Table 4: Mechanical properties of hybrid composites [8]
Fibers Matrix Tensile strength Impact strength Manufacturing
method
Glass/hemp Polypropylene 388-390 2.2 Injection moulding
Glass/flax Polypropylene 388-390 2.1 Injection moulding
Carbon/Kevlar Bismalemie 200.5 12.25 Resin transfer
It can be seen that the properties of the hybrid composites have been drastically improved in
terms of the tensile strength natural fibers seen in Table 3.
3.0 Summary:
With increased world efforts and awareness about the adverse environmental impacts of using
fossil fuel based synthetic fibers for the automotive industry, there is massive scope for
research on refining natural based composite materials for application in the automotive
industry. The advantages of natural fibers over synthetic fibers have been discussed, such as
its low cost, high biodegradability, abundance, renewability, and ease of manufacture.
However, there are major disadvantages that are preventing it from widespread use and
replacing synthetic fibers. These disadvantages are far too major to overcome, such as the
relatively low impact strength of natural fiber composites, the maintenance required for
meeting specific conditions for proper manufacture, and the low volume production. To
address these problems, further research has been ongoing for the development of stronger
composites that are sustainable and biodegradable. One such solution discussed is
hybridization, which allows for the incorporation of both synthetic and natural fibers, albeit at
the cost of biodegradability, hence providing further refinement of the method of processing
newer biodegradable materials.
Sustainability played an important role for selecting natural fibers as an alternative to glass in
this study, and it has been shown that using natural based fibers such as hemp is a viable
solution with positive environmental impacts. Biodegradable natural fibers, despite its
shortcomings in strength, makeup for it by being fully sustainable, while maintaining the
carbon dioxide emission in the atmosphere.
With further research into producing viable natural fiber reinforced composites or hybrid
composites, over the next couple of decades natural fiber composites will have fully replaced
synthetic composites in the automotive industry, thus paving the way for a greener world.
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