Open AccessMechanical Properties of Graphene Reinforced Abaca Fiber Composites
Author(s) -
Shreyash Singh,
Harsh Khatri,
Shobhit Deshlahra,
T. Narendiranath Babu
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
iop conference series. materials science and engineering
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1757-899X
pISSN - 1757-8981
DOI - 10.1088/1757-899x/1123/1/012023
Subject(s) - materials science , composite material , natural fiber , ultimate tensile strength , fiber , composite number , graphene , thermal stability , nanotechnology , physics , quantum mechanics
The main aim of this research work is to study the mechanical properties of abaca natural fiber composite reinforced with graphene. Natural fiber composites seek a numerous application nowadays due to its high strength is to weight ratio, high impact resistance, thermal stability, and recyclability. The percentage compositions of graphene reinforcement in the matrix are varied. Alkali treatment of abaca fiber is done to enhance bonding at the fiber-matrix interface. Conventional hand layup method is used for fabrication of the composite material. Moulds were made according to ASTM standard to test its tensile properties. The result showed that incorporation of glass fiber increases the performance of abaca fiber composites. Natural fiber composites have many potential applications in the automotive, aerospace and construction industries.