CHALLENGES IN DEVELOPMENT OF WOOD POLYMER COMPOSITE (WPC)

J Sharma, Honey Garg
2015 International Journal of Engineering Technology   unpublished
WPC has attracted researchers in the recent past for their excellent combination of light weight and mechanical property. The development of it still faces many problems which later on contribute in increase in time of process cycle. The present study deals with the challenges associated in development of composite comprises sawdust dispersed in the Low density polyethylene (LDPE) matrix with varied percentage reinforcement in range from 10, 20, 30, 40, 50 by weight. Two samples at every stage
more » ... f reinforcement were developed under the striking challenges for development initiative, in processing and after development. Several challenges were faced like integration of unlike material, homogenized mixing, decrease in melt flow rate, degradation of wood fibers and surface finishing likewise other were recorded. The investigation is done to suggest possible solutions to avert the situations. Some are implemented in this study and some led to the future scope of work. The prime objective of the study is to help in reducing the intermittent time, support that requires in the development of composite and for the production at large scale.
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