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Strength Evaluation and Behaviors Studies of Hemp/Kenaf/Coir Fiber Reinforced Composites by Using Compression Moulding

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Aim: This research evaluates the strength and stability of hemp, kenaf, and coir fiber reinforced composites produced by compression molding for industrial applications. Materials and Methods: Hemp, kenaf, and coir fibers are blended with a polymer matrix and compression molded. Group 1 (Traditional) This article illustrates the effective fabrication of hybrid fiber. Ultimately stabilized to a medium percentage of resin (75%). Group 2 (Composite) hemp, kenaf & coir blended fiber source more tensile, compressive strength and minimum water absorption rate and wear behavior. Result: The best were the kenaf composites, then hemp water resistance, and they all possessed good thermal stability. Compression molding assisted in enhancing fiber bonding. Conclusion: Compression molding improved the adhesion of fiber and matrix. Kenaf composite exhibited maximum strength, hemp exhibited maximum water resistance, and all of them exhibited good thermal stability.

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Materials Science Forum (Volume 1170)

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19-28

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https://doi.org/10.4028/p-B3GTyZ

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December 2025

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P. Jagadeesh*, S.P Gowtham, Y. Aravinthaswamy, S. Raja Karthic, M. Soundar, S. Sri Prasath

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Composites Materials, Compression Moulding, Flexural Strength, Hardness, Natural Fiber, Tensile Strength, Water Absorption

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