Abstract: Several works have been carried out using natural fibres as reinforcement in polymer matrix for several applications. This research work investigated mechanical and physical properties of varying single and hybrid reinforced composites using cow hair and sugar cane bagasse fibres sourced from both animal and plant waste. Homogenous mixture of the reinforcements and matrix were poured into their respective mould and allowed to cure before removal and allow further curing at ambient temperature within 21 days. The developed composites after curing were evaluated for flexural, hardness and wear in accordance with ASTM standards. The morphology of the fractured surfaces of the composites and the reinforcements were observed using scanning electron microscope. The results shows that both bagasse and cow hair fibers aided the improvement in the selected properties over unreinforced epoxy. Sample with 15 wt% sugarcane bagasse fiber reinforced epoxy composite has 3.11 GPa for flexural modulus while sample with 12 wt.% cow hair fiber and hybrid reinforced sample had 72 HS to emerged as the most improved samples for hardness. Sample with 3wt % cow hair fiber was the best in wear resistance with a value of 0.065 g . Thus, significant enhancement can be attained with the use of animal and plant-based reinforcements in epoxy matrix needed for structural applications in other to advance the use of eco-friendly materials in composite development.
Keywords: Epoxy, cow hair, sugar cane bagasse, SEM, hardness, flexural.
Title: PROPERTIES ASSESMENT OF SUGAR CANE AND COW HAIR FIBRE REINFORCED EPOXY RESIN COMPOSITES
Author: Oyedokun Opeyemi Victoria, Oladele Isiaka Oluwole, Akinwekomi A.D, Adeyanju Bayode Benson, Idowu Abimbola Samson, Anthony Tejumade Folashade, Adebayo Olufemi Adegoke, Oluwafemi Olanike Mary, Akinbamiyori Ilesanmi
International Journal of Engineering Research and Reviews
ISSN 2348-697X (Online)
Vol. 12, Issue 2, April 2024 - June 2024
Page No: 1-7
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Published Date: 28-May-2024
