Influence of Montmorillonite Treated with Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Bromide Addition in Epoxy-Kenaf Composites

Abstract:

The use of natural fiber as reinforcement in polymer composites has gained importance recently due to environmental concern and its abundance availability from agricultural crops and wood industry [1]. Many advantages offered by natural fibers over synthetic fibers include low density, greater deformability, low cost per unit volume, recyclability and biodegradability [2-3]. In addition, the mechanical properties of natural fibers such as flax, hemp, jute, sisal and kenaf are comparable with glass fiber in respect of strength and modulus [4]. Hence, many studies have been carried out to replace the synthetic fiber for composite preparation.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 754-755)
• Pages: 235-239
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.754-755.235
• Online since: April 2015
• Authors: A. Zuliahani, H.D. Rozman, Abdul Rahman Rozyanty
• Keywords: Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Bromide, Epoxy, Kenaf, Montmorillonite, Resin Infusion Method

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