Influence of Layering Pattern, Fibre Architecture, and Alkalization on Physical, Mechanical, and Morphological Behaviour of Banana Fibre Epoxy Composites
In the current investigation, the mechanical properties of epoxy composites reinforced with banana pseudostem fibres, specifically focusing on tensile and impact behaviour, are investigated. The manufacturing process employed the meticulous hand-lay-up technique to fabricate six distinct samples. Th...
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my.uniten.dspace-344052024-10-14T11:19:33Z Influence of Layering Pattern, Fibre Architecture, and Alkalization on Physical, Mechanical, and Morphological Behaviour of Banana Fibre Epoxy Composites Gebremaryam G. Shahapurkar K. Chenrayan V. Althoey F. Hadidi H.M. Soudagar M.E.M. Tirth V. Algahtani A. Al-Mughanam T. Alghtani A.H. Murthy H.C.A. 58662688000 57196344622 57197452830 57200723320 57193068777 57194384501 24725356900 55948151700 57194083410 57222341045 59169076900 Analysis Cellulose Content Composites Consistency Impact Strength Processes Samples Weight Electron probe microanalysis Impact strength Textile chemical treatment Void fraction 'current Banana fibres Fiber architecture Fiber-epoxy composites Mechanical Mechanical behavior Morphological behavior Physical behaviors Property Weight ratios Tensile strength In the current investigation, the mechanical properties of epoxy composites reinforced with banana pseudostem fibres, specifically focusing on tensile and impact behaviour, are investigated. The manufacturing process employed the meticulous hand-lay-up technique to fabricate six distinct samples. These samples included various combinations of short and woven banana fibres, treated and untreated, as well as a hybrid configuration involving layers of woven and short fibres. A fixed weight ratio of 60% fibres to 40% epoxy matrix was maintained for consistency. To ensure optimal material integrity, a careful application of resin and hardener in a 10: 1 weight ratio was layered, with each addition of fibre followed by thorough rolling to eliminate any potential bubbles. The density and void fraction of the resulting composites were meticulously assessed to gauge the influence of this layering approach. Additionally, an X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis was conducted to ascertain the impact of the chemical treatment on the cellulose content of the fibres. Our findings revealed that the tensile and impact properties were notably superior in the woven fibre composites. In particular, the chemically treated woven banana fibre epoxy composite displayed impressive values of 64.95 MPa for tensile strength and 24.37 KJ/m2 for impact strength. To gain deeper insights into the structure-property relationship, test specimens were analyzed using scanning electron micrographs. Lastly, comparative analysis by mapping the tensile properties from our present work with those from existing studies was carried out. � 2023 Gezahgn Gebremaryam et al. Final 2024-10-14T03:19:33Z 2024-10-14T03:19:33Z 2023 Article 10.1155/2023/6023056 2-s2.0-85204940604 https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85204940604&doi=10.1155%2f2023%2f6023056&partnerID=40&md5=30a456481382a5b3e9fff1d6dae13fa6 https://irepository.uniten.edu.my/handle/123456789/34405 2023 6023056 All Open Access Gold Open Access Hindawi Limited Scopus |
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Analysis Cellulose Content Composites Consistency Impact Strength Processes Samples Weight Electron probe microanalysis Impact strength Textile chemical treatment Void fraction 'current Banana fibres Fiber architecture Fiber-epoxy composites Mechanical Mechanical behavior Morphological behavior Physical behaviors Property Weight ratios Tensile strength Gebremaryam G. Shahapurkar K. Chenrayan V. Althoey F. Hadidi H.M. Soudagar M.E.M. Tirth V. Algahtani A. Al-Mughanam T. Alghtani A.H. Murthy H.C.A. Influence of Layering Pattern, Fibre Architecture, and Alkalization on Physical, Mechanical, and Morphological Behaviour of Banana Fibre Epoxy Composites |
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In the current investigation, the mechanical properties of epoxy composites reinforced with banana pseudostem fibres, specifically focusing on tensile and impact behaviour, are investigated. The manufacturing process employed the meticulous hand-lay-up technique to fabricate six distinct samples. These samples included various combinations of short and woven banana fibres, treated and untreated, as well as a hybrid configuration involving layers of woven and short fibres. A fixed weight ratio of 60% fibres to 40% epoxy matrix was maintained for consistency. To ensure optimal material integrity, a careful application of resin and hardener in a 10: 1 weight ratio was layered, with each addition of fibre followed by thorough rolling to eliminate any potential bubbles. The density and void fraction of the resulting composites were meticulously assessed to gauge the influence of this layering approach. Additionally, an X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis was conducted to ascertain the impact of the chemical treatment on the cellulose content of the fibres. Our findings revealed that the tensile and impact properties were notably superior in the woven fibre composites. In particular, the chemically treated woven banana fibre epoxy composite displayed impressive values of 64.95 MPa for tensile strength and 24.37 KJ/m2 for impact strength. To gain deeper insights into the structure-property relationship, test specimens were analyzed using scanning electron micrographs. Lastly, comparative analysis by mapping the tensile properties from our present work with those from existing studies was carried out. � 2023 Gezahgn Gebremaryam et al. |
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Influence of Layering Pattern, Fibre Architecture, and Alkalization on Physical, Mechanical, and Morphological Behaviour of Banana Fibre Epoxy Composites |
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Influence of Layering Pattern, Fibre Architecture, and Alkalization on Physical, Mechanical, and Morphological Behaviour of Banana Fibre Epoxy Composites |
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Influence of Layering Pattern, Fibre Architecture, and Alkalization on Physical, Mechanical, and Morphological Behaviour of Banana Fibre Epoxy Composites |
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Influence of Layering Pattern, Fibre Architecture, and Alkalization on Physical, Mechanical, and Morphological Behaviour of Banana Fibre Epoxy Composites |
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