Abstract :

In The Pursuit Of Sustainable Alternatives To Synthetic Polymers, This Study Investigates The Thermo-mechanical Performance Of Biodegradable Composites Reinforced With Sisal Fiber And A Cornflour-based Matrix. The Composite Specimens Were Fabricated Using Varying Weight Fractions Of Sisal Fiber Through Curing In The Moulds Prepared Through 3D Printing, Followed By Air Drying. The Mechanical Behaviour Was Assessed Through Tensile, Flexural, And Impact Tests In Accordance With ASTM Standards, Revealing A Significant Enhancement In Strength And Stiffness With Optimized Fiber Content. Thermal Stability Was Evaluated Using Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), Which Demonstrated Improved Thermal Resistance Of The Fiber-reinforced Matrix Compared To The Neat Cornflour Matrix. The Results Confirm That The Incorporation Of Sisal Fibers Not Only Reinforces The Mechanical Integrity Of The Composite But Also Delays Thermal Degradation, Making It A Promising Candidate For Low-cost, Biodegradable Applications In Packaging And Light-load Structural Components. The Study Contributes Valuable Insights Into The Development Of Eco-friendly, Fiber-reinforced Biopolymers With Balanced Mechanical And Thermal Performance.

Published:

28-7-2025

Issue:

Vol. 25 No. 7 (2025)

Page Nos:

885-891

Section:

Articles

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