The synergy of fiber surface treatment and nanoclay on the static mechanical and tribological behaviors of Palmyra fruit fiber/Montmorillonite nanoclay reinforced polyester hybrid composites

Sankar, Irulappasamy; Irulappasamy, Siva

doi:10.1177/14644207221105044

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“…Samples A and B have flexural strengths of around 98.52 and 103.48 MPa, respectively, while samples C and E have flexural strengths of around 106.77 and 104.5 MPa, respectively. 26–28 It demonstrates that samples C and E have slightly higher flexural strength values than samples A and B. The flexural strength of sample D, which contains 8% SiC, is approximately 116.84 MPa.…”

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Enhancement of mechanical properties of ramie and jute fibres reinforced epoxy hybrid composites: Influencing of SiC and Al₂O₃

Ramasamy,

Selvaraj,

Murugan

et al. 2023

Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C:

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Due to rising environmental awareness and dwindling oil supplies, many efforts have been made to replace synthetic fibres with plant fibre reinforced composites (PFRC). The need to eliminate plastics from everyday life has resulted in the development of a diverse range of eco-friendly natural-based composites for the automotive, chemical, and food packaging industries. PFRC plays an important role in the production of lightweight and cost-effective products. The current study looked at how different proportions of SiC/Al2O3 filler affected the mechanical properties of a plant fibre-based ramie/jute epoxy hybrid composite. By reinforcing a constant ramie (20 wt.%) and jute (10 wt.%) fibre with different proportions of SiC (2 –10 wt.%) and Al2O3 (0 –8 wt.%), hybrid composites were created using traditional stirring and compression moulding methods. The hybrid composite with 8% SiC and 2% Al2O3 (sample D) has higher tensile, flexural, hardness, impact, and interlaminar shear strength than the other combinations. The functional group of a nanoparticle-filled hybrid composite was evaluated using Fourier Transfer infrared Spectroscopy. Furthermore, SEM confirmed the excellent bonding of the viable hybrid composite combination’s filler, fibre, and matrix. According to the findings, a nano filler content of 8% SiC and 2% Al2O3 can improve mechanical properties and serve as a viable reinforcement in hybrid polymer composites for major engineering applications.

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Enhancement of mechanical properties of ramie and jute fibres reinforced epoxy hybrid composites: Influencing of SiC and Al₂O₃

Ramasamy,

Selvaraj,

Murugan

et al. 2023

Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C:

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“…This confirms that the filler phase is evenly distributed within the matrix, which is conducive to improving the mechanical properties of the composite. 29 In addition, the morphology of HT-ISSA, which consisted of interwoven nanosheets and nanofibers that formed larger porous agglomerates, contributed to the increased bending strength of the BAC.…”

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Preparation and characterization of biomass-ash composites derived from incinerated sewage sludge fly ash after hydrothermal treatment

Shi,

Wei,

Sun

et al. 2024

Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part L:

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With the increasing prominence of global environmental issues and the growing demand for sustainable development, biomass composites have attracted widespread attention as candidates for environmentally friendly and renewable construction materials. In this study, environmentally friendly biomass-ash composites (BACs) were fabricated using hydrothermally activated incinerated sewage sludge ash (HT-ISSA) as filler and straw powder with waste sawdust as the biomass matrix for hot pressing. An investigation was conducted into the effect of HT-ISSA on the physical properties of the composite, including the bending strength, compressive strength, and thermal conductivity. The composite prepared with 15 wt% HT-ISSA demonstrated an exceptionally high bending strength (30.60 MPa), compressive strength (44.76 MPa), and low thermal conductivity (0.2380 W/m·K). The enhanced physical properties of the BAC material are attributable to the change caused by hydrothermal treatment of the filler phase. Due to the introduction of hydrated calcium silicate, the cohesion performance of the filler significantly improved, thus leading to strong adhesion and penetration within the matrix. The obtained BAC is applicable for packaging and insulation materials, thus providing an effective solution for the economical and environmentally friendly recycling of incinerated sewage sludge ash and other bulk solid waste. Additionally, it contributes novel insights into alleviating the current shortage of forest resources.

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“…The mechanical characteristics of coir/glass fiber composites were studied by Harish et al 20 Scanning electron micrographs of fracture surfaces were utilized to assess the interfacial characteristics of coir/epoxy and were compared to glass fibers with the coir fiber as the reinforcement and the rubber as the matrix. Sankar et al 21 analyzed and presented the combined impact of Montmorillonite nanoclay addition and fiber surface chemical treatments on the mechanical and tribological characteristics of polyester composites reinforced with Palmyra fruit fiber. Montmorillonite is a very soft phyllosilicate group of minerals that typically form in microscopic crystals, forming clay.…”

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Tribology analysis of MMT nanoclay alkali-treated coconut sheath reinforced hybrid composite

Srinivasan

Pragadish

Selvam

et al. 2023

Composites and Advanced Materials

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This research paper focuses on the tribology analysis of MMT - Montmorillonite nanoclay alkali-treated coconut sheath reinforced hybrid composite. The study aims to analyze the mechanical properties of coconut sheath reinforced polymer composites as compared to traditional synthetic fibers. The specific impact of MMT clay on the material’s mechanical properties is also considered. The experimental method involves the use of compression molding for fabrication, and various treatments are applied to the coconut sheath to improve its mechanical properties. The microstructure, tensile, flexural, and impact characterization of the specimens are analyzed. The results indicate that alkali-treated coconut sheath outperforms untreated coconut sheath in terms of surface quality. Additionally, the addition of MMT clay improves the bonding and surface area coverage, resulting in better mechanical properties. However, the brittleness of the treated coconut sheath specimen increased, reducing its energy absorption in impact tests. Overall, the study highlights the potential of coconut sheath as a natural fiber reinforcement for polymer composites and the impact of MMT clay on its mechanical properties.

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The synergy of fiber surface treatment and nanoclay on the static mechanical and tribological behaviors of Palmyra fruit fiber/Montmorillonite nanoclay reinforced polyester hybrid composites

Cited by 5 publications

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Enhancement of mechanical properties of ramie and jute fibres reinforced epoxy hybrid composites: Influencing of SiC and Al₂O₃

Enhancement of mechanical properties of ramie and jute fibres reinforced epoxy hybrid composites: Influencing of SiC and Al₂O₃

Preparation and characterization of biomass-ash composites derived from incinerated sewage sludge fly ash after hydrothermal treatment

Tribology analysis of MMT nanoclay alkali-treated coconut sheath reinforced hybrid composite

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The synergy of fiber surface treatment and nanoclay on the static mechanical and tribological behaviors of Palmyra fruit fiber/Montmorillonite nanoclay reinforced polyester hybrid composites

Cited by 5 publications

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Enhancement of mechanical properties of ramie and jute fibres reinforced epoxy hybrid composites: Influencing of SiC and Al2O3

Enhancement of mechanical properties of ramie and jute fibres reinforced epoxy hybrid composites: Influencing of SiC and Al2O3

Preparation and characterization of biomass-ash composites derived from incinerated sewage sludge fly ash after hydrothermal treatment

Tribology analysis of MMT nanoclay alkali-treated coconut sheath reinforced hybrid composite

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Enhancement of mechanical properties of ramie and jute fibres reinforced epoxy hybrid composites: Influencing of SiC and Al₂O₃

Enhancement of mechanical properties of ramie and jute fibres reinforced epoxy hybrid composites: Influencing of SiC and Al₂O₃