Influence of Additives on the Mechanical Behaviors of Natural Fiber-Polyester

R Gnanasekar, Mr Srinivasa Perumal
2015 Journal of Multidisciplinary Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)   unpublished
The composites were prepared by means of Hand lay-up technique was used for the preparation of composites, and then the effects of sisal loading on mechanical properties such as impact strength, flexural strength, and wear resistance, tensile strength, hardness were investigated. These agricultural wastes can be used to prepare fiber reinforced polyester composites for commercial use. This report examines the different types of fibers available and the current status of research. A significant
more » ... mprovement in compressive and impact properties of Sisal/Glass additives hybrid composites has been found. The glass (additive) is also added to the resin in proportion of 25% by weight of resin respectively and Sisal/Glass additives hybrid composites were prepared by using this resin to study the effect of additives on compressive and Impact properties of these hybrid composites. It is also observed that as the additives quantity increases Compressive and impact properties are decrease. Results of the determination of the mechanical properties of sisal fibers and experiments on the mechanical behavior of a composite consisting of saturated polyester matrix and poly epoxy resin with additives reinforced sisal fiber with different percentages are presented in the project.
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