Fracture characterisation of short bamboo fibre reinforced polyester composites

Wong, KokSheik; Zahi, S.; Low, Kean Ong; Lim, C. C.

doi:10.1016/j.matdes.2010.04.029

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“…As the bamboo fibers are randomly oriented in the composite laminates, it is believed that only the fibers which are oriented perpendicular to the load provided reinforcement to the composites. This is similar to the observation of Wong et al (2010) where they noted that only the longitudinal fibers contributes in the energy dissipation and in crack retardation in short bamboo fiber reinforced polyester composites. In the same study, the authors could only get a maximum of 25% increase in the tensile strength of polyester composites reinforced with 10 mm unidirectional bamboo fibers.…”

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Mechanical properties of bamboo fiber-polyester composites

Manalo¹,

Karunasena²,

Lau³

2012

From Materials to Structures: Advancement Through Innovation

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Mechanical properties of bamboo fiber-polyester composites

Manalo¹,

Karunasena²,

Lau³

2012

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“…An optimum fibre/polymer content ratio is required to achieve optimum composite strength [18,42,46]. This strength will deteriorate when exposed to moisture attack which is influenced partly by the fibre volume, length and characteristics.…”

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A review on the degradability of polymeric composites based on natural fibres

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The applications of natural fibre/polymer composites in civil engineering are mostly concentrated on non-load bearing indoor components due to its vulnerability to environmental attack. This paper evaluates the characteristics of several natural fibre composites exposed to moisture, thermal, fire, and ultraviolet degradation through an extensive literature review. The effects of chemical additives such as fibre treatments, fire retardants and UV stabilizers are also addressed. Based on the evaluation conducted, optimum fibre content provides strength in a polymer composite but it also becomes an entry point for moisture attack. Several fibre treatments are also being used to improve fibre/matrix interface, thereby increasing moisture durability. However, the treated fibres were found to behave poorly when exposed to weather. The addition of UV stabilizers and fire retardants are suggested to enhance outdoor and fire performance of natural fibre/polymer composite but compromises its strength. Therefore, from the collected data and various experimental results, it was concluded that an optimum blend ratio of chemical additives must be employed to achieve a balance between strength and durability requirements for natural fibre composites. Dear EditorI would like to submit a paper entitle of "Degradability of Polymeric Composites Based on Natural Fibres" to the materials and design. This paper address important issues related to the degradation of natural fibres in polymeric composites. I believe the paper has interest to the reader of the journal and will be beneficial for many researchers in the field of materials and design considering the degradation of polymer and bio-materials. I would like to confirm that the paper has not been sent to any journal before and not under review. I hope you can send the paper fore reviewing process. Editor: Thank you for submitting your review paper. There are no technical issues. However, there are areas of the paper that need attention as follows: 1.Include more keywords -you are allowed up to 6 keywords.The keywords have been updated and highlighted in the revised version as Keywords: natural fibres; polymer composites; civil applications; characteristics degradation; weathering. 2.Include your personal university telephone number in the contact details in the paper.In the revised version it has been included as Reference 20 is incomplete. Updated 10.Reference 37 is incomplete. Updated 11.Reference 40 is incomplete. This paper is much related to the topic and it is in press. I added the DOI: 10.1080/15440478.2012.733149 . this is accepted in the production stage 12.Reference 65 is incomplete. Removed 13.In view of the above, please check all references for accuracy and completeness. Detailed Response to Reviewers JMAD-D-12-03220R1 2All the references are cited using endnote software. This makes it easy to update and cite the references in the required format at the publication stage. 14. Remove page numbers from list of table and figure captions. Page numbers removed...

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“…The fracture properties of raw bamboo of some species of different fracture modes have been investigated (Shao et al 2009;Wang et al 2014;Xu et al 2014). The fracture characteristics of the short bamboo fibers that was reinforced polyester with different fiber to matrix ratios was investigated by Wong et al (2010). However, the fracture toughness of bamboo scrimber was not determined so far.…”

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Mode II Fracture Toughness of Bamboo Scrimber with Compact Shear Specimen

Zhong

Gong

et al. 2017

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The mode II fracture toughness of bamboo scrimber was evaluated. A compact shear specimen was chosen as the specimen, while the stress intensity factor KIIC was chosen as the index for the mode II fracture toughness. In total, 54 specimens containing two different grain modes and three different thicknesses were manufactured and subjected to static loading with specially designed loading clamps. The failure modes were observed, and the crack initiating loads were obtained. The stress intensity factor was calculated and analyzed. The failure of all specimens was due to brittleness and occurred instantaneously. Thus, the linear elastic fracture mechanics is applicable to the mode II fracture of bamboo scrimber. The stress intensity factor KIIC was 459.9 MPa·m 1/2 for the F-L grain mode and 358.0 MPa·m 1/2 for the S-L grain mode. There was no significant difference in the stress intensity factor KIIC of specimens where the thickness ranged from 10 mm to 30 mm; a specimen with a thickness of 10 mm can be used to determine the fracture toughness of the bamboo scrimber.

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Fracture characterisation of short bamboo fibre reinforced polyester composites

Cited by 173 publications

References 23 publications

Mechanical properties of bamboo fiber-polyester composites

Mechanical properties of bamboo fiber-polyester composites

A review on the degradability of polymeric composites based on natural fibres

Mode II Fracture Toughness of Bamboo Scrimber with Compact Shear Specimen

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