Investigation of the Tensile and Flexural Behavior of Polylactic Acid Based Jute Fiber Bio Composite

Abstract:

The main objective of this investigation is to reduce and eventually replace the use of non-biodegradable synthetic fiber. Bio composites have shown growth and has been used in the domestic sector, aerospace industry, circuit boards, and automotive applications over the past few years. Many types of natural fibres have been investigated to produce composite materials that are competitive with synthetic fibre composites. Jute is a natural fibre and is 100% bio-degradable and recyclable and thus environmentally friendly. Its properties include high tensile strength, low extensibility. This bio composite specimen has been fabricated with the help of hot press molding machine. The flexural and Tensile tests have been done according to the ASTM standards. The increasing awareness of global environmental and social concern and new environmental regulations have propelled the search for new composites that are compatible with the environment.

• Periodical: Key Engineering Materials (Volume 841)
• Pages: 283-287
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/KEM.841.283
• Online since: May 2020
• Authors: M. Aadithya*, V.K. Kirubakar, T. Aakash, Chinnasamy Senthamaraikannan
• Keywords: Epoxy, Mechanical Behavior, Plain Woven Jute, Polylactic Acid, Production Time

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