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http://dx.doi.org/10.7473/EC.2011.46.3.204

Effect of Coupling Agent and Fiber Loading on Mechanical Behavior of Chopped Jute Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Composites  

Rasel, S.M. (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Changwon National University)
Nam, G.B. (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Changwon National University)
Byeon, J.M. (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Changwon National University)
Kim, B.S. (Composite Materials Group, Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS))
Song, J.I. (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Changwon National University)
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Elastomers and Composites / v.46, no.3, 2011 , pp. 204-210 More about this Journal
Abstract
In this study, Jute fibers reinforced polypropylene (JFRP) composites were manufactured by injection molding technique. In order to improve the affinity and adhesion between fibers and thermoplastic matrices during manufacturing, Maleic anhydride (MA) as a coupling agent have been employed. Untreated and treated surfaces of jute fibers were characterized using SEM and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR). Physical properties like water absorption rate were studied. Tensile and flexural tests were carried out to evaluate the composite mechanical properties. Tensile test and bending test indicated that JFRP composites show higher strength and modulus than pure PP. In addition, strength and modulus were found to be influenced by the variation of MAPP content (1%, 2%, and 3%). Tensile fracture surfaces were examined using scanning electron microscope. It ensures better interfacial adhesion between fibers and matrix by increasing the percentage of MAPP.
Keywords
jute fibers; polypropylene; maleic anhydride; interfacial bonding; mechanical properties;
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