3D printing of polypropylene reinforced with hemp fibers: Mechanical, water absorption and morphological properties

• DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e26617
• Publication Date: 2024-02-17T10:24:42Z
• Authors: Raffay Sultan; Mikael Skrifvars; Pooria Khalili
• Keywords: Polypropylene

The aim of this study was to develop and additively manufacture polypropylene-hemp fiber (PPHF) composites, which were composed polypropylene (PP) hemp fibers (HF) in various percentages (5%, 10%, 20%). objective examine the mechanical properties water absorption behaviors extruded PP, conventional filament PP PPHF composites. findings flexural tensile tests provided important valuable information. In comparison other materials examined, had highest modulus strength, but lowest properties. results showed that 5% composite exhibited 20% Young's modulus. These highlight how crucial content is modifying characteristics a polymeric material obtain with desirable for specific industry requirements.