Mechanical Characterization of Basalt/HDPE Composite under In-Vitro Condition

Abstract

The objective of this study was to characterize the mechanical behaviour of basalt/HDPE composite under in-vitro condition. Basalt fiber has been performed as an alternative reinforcement material to reduce the domination of the synthetic fibers such as carbon and E-glass fiber in the medical application. Mechanical testing such as tensile, flexural and impact were performed to determine this composite performance before in-vitro testing conducted. Comparisons have been done towards carbon and E-glass using HDPE as a resin. In-vitro testing of basalt/HDPE was conducted in duration 4 weeks. The results shows the basalt/HDPE has a higher mechanical properties compared to E-glass/HDPE and lower compared to carbon/HDPE. Results of tensile and flexural after in-vitro testing are slightly reduced in 5% by week. Charpy impact test of Basalt/HDPE was performed and also experience a reduction in 7% of strength value. Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) is used to analyze the surface and texture morphology before and after in-vitro testing. No bio-activity or significant changes have been identified at the Basalt/HDPE composite based on the SEM data. It can be concluded that the basalt/HDPE was combined well as a composite material under in-vitro condition as well can be introduce in medical application.

Development of slate fiber reinforced high density polyethylene composites for injection molding

“…applications. [20] This is the case of basalt fiber obtained from widely spread basalt mineral, which offers some advantages with regard to glass fiber by considering Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) approach or nature silica. [21][22][23][24] Another recent initiative is the slate fiber (SF) obtained from slate wastes.…”

Model verification of material properties of wound composite rods in tensile loading

“…Mokhtar et al. [21] also mentioned that for the ±45° angle the wound kenaf/epoxy tubes have the best compressive strength.…”

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