Investigation on Industrial Waste Eco-Friendly Natural Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites

• DOI: 10.1007/s40735-020-00339-w
• Publication Date: 2020-02-27T20:02:41Z
• Authors: S. Suresh; D. Sudhakara; B. Vinod
• Keywords: Bagasse; Husk; Compression molding; Vinyl ester; Natural fiber; Molding (decorative); SISAL; Coir

The present study investigates the cost-effective use of agriculture residues in polymer matrix composites. The hybrid composite polymer was prepared in a vinyl ester matrix system by reinforcing bagasse, rice husk, and coconut shell. The particulates are synthesized with a wide range of combinations and fabricated using a compression molding method in the vinyl ester matrix. The reinforcement particles' weight proportion in the composite materials range (5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 wt%) and their influence on mechanical, water absorption and wear properties were studied. The worn surface analysis of the hybrid composites was evaluated by scanning electron microscopy. The results revealed that incorporating bagasse, rice husk, and coconut shell particles improved the mechanical and tribological properties. EDX and XRD techniques have been analysed.