A2 Morphology and Tensile Properties of Biodegradable Composites From Kenaf Fiber and Plasticized Poly(lactic acid) (12th Asian Chemical Congress (12ACC), 23rd – 25th August 2007, Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) 209. ; [email protected] 2 Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM), Kem Sg Besi … The fiberboards achieved sound mechanical and physical properties with fibers 0.81 mm long and with an aspect ratio of 23.4. Combining kenaf fiber with other resources provides a strategy for producing advanced composite materials that take advantage of the properties of both types of resources. The water retting method produces finer fibres between 3.2 to 3.7 Tex while other methods produces fibres between 4.0 to 5.0 Tex. The aims of the study are to characterize and evaluate the physical and mechanical properties of continuous unidirectional kenaf fiber epoxy composites with various fiber volume fractions. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy was performed to detect the removal of non … In general, the elongation at break properties of the composites decreased when 10 wt% of kenaf fiber was added and the value was gradually reduced with more addition of kenaf fiber. Elongation at break properties of pure PLA, PLA/unbleached kenaf fiber composites (UBC) and PLA/bleached kenaf fiber composites (BC) are shown in Figure 6. concentration, time of reaction and frequency of tumbling) on fiber bundle properties (weight, length, and tex). Debasmita Pani, Punyapriya Mishra, Effect of Chemical Modification on Physical Properties of Natural Fiber-Reinforced Hybrid Polymer Composites, Innovation in Materials Science and Engineering, 10.1007/978-981-13-2944-9, (17-26), (2019). Physical and Chemical Properties ... widths of both fibers were larger than th ose of kenaf (Lee et al., 2008) and wood cellulose (Eun et al., 2008). Kenaf fiber had been explored to enhance desired mechanical properties as automotive structural components. As usual, natural fibres have some issues and disadvantages when used as reinforcements for polymeric composites. 76 87–96. 3.3. Kenaf is an important bast fiber because it is biodegradable and has other ecofriendly characteristics. Hemp fiber is a good conductor of heat. The fineness and morphology of kenaf fibres are the main focus of this paper. The kenaf fibres were processed through water retting, chemical retting and mechanical extractions. In order to see the effects of fiber surface chemical treatment, sunn hemp fiber was treated with sodium hydroxide (NaOH) agent. Crossref. Extraction of kenaf fiber and its physico-chemical properties for various end uses Ankita Kakoty, Weangsa SN Sangma, Dr. Ava Rani Phukan and . Three natural fibers: kenaf, jute, and sunn hemp as potential candidates were compared in terms of physical, thermal and mechanical properties. Anyanwu et al-This content was downloaded from IP address 40.77.167.75 on 24/04/2020 at 01:47. Alkali treatment with 1% NaOH is not sufficient to impart noticeable stretch. Mater. As we increased the fiber content, the … The physical and mechanical properties of kenaf yarn were measured according to the ASTM D3379-10 standard [26]. These show that there is a possibility to use kenaf as an alternative raw material for MDF industries. Sandhyarani Biswas, Amar Patnaik, Ritesh Kaundal, Effect of Red Mud and Copper Slag Particles on Physical and Mechanical Properties of Bamboo-Fiber-Reinforced Epoxy Composites, Advances in Mechanical Engineering, 10.1155/2012/141248, 4, (141248), (2015). “Mechanical and morphology properties of kenaf cellulose/LDPE biocomposites,” American-Eurasian Journal of Agriculture and Environment Science 5(6), 777-785. The properties of kenaf MDF were also higher than some other MDF made from agricultural residues. Results indicate that UD kenaf fibers reinforced composites display better tensile and flexural properties as compared to woven and non‐woven mat reinforced hybrid composites. Three types of thermoset resins were used to fabricate the composite samples, namely, epoxy, unsaturated polyester, and vinyl ester resin. “Properties of kenaf fiber/polylactic acid biocomposites plasticized with polyethylene glycol,” Polymer Composites 31(7), 1-10. A3 Preparation and Properties of Kenaf Bast Fiber Filled Plasticized Poly(lactic acid) Composites Crossref . physical properties of kenaf fibers, and finally the mechanical properties of the kenaf powder composites. Therefore, some modification performed on fibers such as chemical treatment was carried out. Results indicate that UD kenaf fibers reinforced composites display better tensile and flexural properties as compared to woven and non‐woven mat reinforced hybrid composites. Regression analysis indicated a quadratic polynomial response. It dyes well, resists mildew, obstructs ultra violet (UV) and has natural anti-bacterial properties. The plain woven kenaf fibre was prepared and cut to fabricate composite samples according to the ASTM standards. Mechanical properties of kenaf bast and core fibre reinforced unsaturated polyester composites M. R. … It allows the scientist to design materials based on end-use requirements within a framework of cost, availability, recyclability, energy use, and environmental considerations. tremendous variations in chemical and physical properties as compared to wood fiber. Wettability. 97 1513–21. It followed the standard and showed higher value than that. Polym. Binita B Kalita Natural fiber seems to be the most imminent alternative for chemically treated synthetic fibers. The investigation was carried out to study the effect of chemical treatment on chemical and thermal properties of kenaf fiber and its composites. Build. Kenaf, bamboo, and kenaf/bamboo hybrid composites were prepared using the hand lay-up method at 40% wt total fiber loading. Here, we reported a chemical modification of kenaf fiber using propionic anhydride to enhance the compatibility with the epoxy matrix. Each series of experiment was to be combined with specific amount of copolymer chemical agent, the virgin or recycled post-industrial polypropylene powder, and kenaf bark fiber or whole stem of kenaf plant fibers. Physical and chemical properties of kenaf fibers are uniform along the whole length of the native stalks. This study evaluated the physical and mechanical properties of kenaf(K)/bamboo(B) fiber mat reinforced epoxy hybrid composites. Different ratios of kenaf to bamboo fibers, such as 70:30(3B7K), 50:50(BK), and 30:70(7B3K), were used to fabricate the hybrid composites. The results showed that 40% fiber loading improved the tensile strength properties and WSK fiber treated with 4% NaOH was found to enhance tensile and flexural properties compared with untreated fiber. The incorporation of the modified woven and nonwoven kenaf fibers into the epoxy matrix resulted in the improvement of the thermal and mechanical properties of the composite. Results revealed better mechanical properties in the composites with 25 wt.% kenaf and 5 wt.% WTLF, whereas sound absorption characteristics were better for composites containing 25 wt.% WTLF and 5 wt.% kenaf fiber. Lee S H and Wang S 2005 Biodegradable … Saba N, Paridah M T and Jawaid M 2015 Mechanical properties of kenaf fiber reinforced polymer composite: a Review Constr. Kim H S, Yang H S and Kim H J 2005 Biodegradability and mechanical properties of agro-flour-filled polybutylene succinate biocomposites J. Appl. performance of hybrid fiber-reinforced composite deck panels R. Gopinath et al-Effects of kenaf core and bast fibers as dispersing phases on low density fiberboards (engineered wood) B.U. Fiber processing is an important factor that affects the physical and mechanical properties of long kenaf fiber. The surface morphology of the fractured specimens such as fiber pullout and matrix crack was examined using scanning electron microscopy. properties. Rheological Behavior and Physical Properties of Kenaf Fiber-Reinforced Polypropylene Composites Farah ‘Atiqah Abdul Azam 1, Zakaria Razak 1,2, Mohd Khairul Fadzly Md Radzi 1,3, Norhamidi Muhamad 1, Che Hassan Che Haron 1 and Abu Bakar Sulong 1,* 1 Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, Universiti Kebangsaan … Kenaf chips were defiberated under 3 to 7 bar for 3 and 5 min. The present study deals with the incorporation of different ratios pineapple leaf fiber and kenaf fiber into a phenolic resin to develop hybrid composites. It can be concluded that Kenaf powder composite has more opportunity for further growth with new methods and technologies which keeps on evolving. Sci. It is also noticed that increasing volume fraction of kenaf fiber in hybrid composites reduces tensile and flexural properties. Introduction Since ancient civilisation, natural composites had been used to build up structures or products. Natural fibers are very versatile materials; their properties vary with chemical composition to physical structure. Physical properties of hemp fiber: Length and diameter of hemp fiber are 1-5 meters and 16-50 microns respectively. 1. Spectrum investigation of alkali … This study presents some chemical and physical properties of nonwood fibers derived from selected tissues of various monocotyledonous and dicotyledonous plants. the refining conditions on fiber geometry and board properties. Properties were compared for different fiber lengths at different growth stages and plant stalk heights. Gum, as the important noncellulosic tissue present in kenaf fiber, has a close relation with downstream processing and product properties, so the predominant task in pretreatment of kenaf fiber for textile application, retting, is to remove gum including pectin, hemicellulose, lignin, and other impurities without damage to cellulose fiber. Kenaf (Hibiscus Cannabinus L.) fibres are thermally and alkali treated to enhance the interfacial bond between the fibre-matrix, the mechanical properties of the fibre itself, the fibre-reinforced thermally activated alum sludge ash (AASA) and the nanosilica (NS) blended cementitious composites. The physical-mechanical properties, such as color, tensile strength, and moisture regain (MR), are the main characteristics that influence the processing and performance on the final products from kenaf fiber. Effects of pulp beating on Physical and Chemical Properties of Kenaf Fiber Transformer Insulating Presspaper Nurul ‘Izzati Hashim 1, Mohd Taufiq Ishak 2 1 Faculty of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak. 1. In the present study, kenaf fibers were treated with sodium acetate at varying chemical concentrations (10%, 15% and 20%) for different treatment time. The kenaf MDF showed better performance for both cases i.e., physical and mechanical properties than market MDF. Tajeddin, B., Rahman, R. A., and Abdullah L. C. (2009). The effects of kenaf fiber loading and NaOH treatment of WSK fiber surface on mechanical properties was examined. Kenaf-wood mixed raw materials were chosen as well by several researchers to It is also noticed that increasing volume fraction of kenaf fiber in hybrid composites reduces tensile and flexural properties.