Water absorption and effect of temperature on the characteristics of flax/hemp hybrid composites. (2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: David-West, Opukuro
• Is Part Of: Materials today. Volume 31(2020)Supplement 2
• Page Start: S227
• Page End: S231
• Publication Date: 2020
• Subjects: Hybrid -- Water absorption -- Polyester resin -- Static loading -- Natural fibres -- Energy absorbed; Materials science -- Congresses -- Periodicals; 620.1
• DOI: 10.1016/j.matpr.2019.11.067
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2214-7853

Abstract

Abstract: Composite are now accepted in various structural application, but the emphasis has shifted towards environmental issues; which gives natural fibres the advantage as they are eco-friendly and biodegradable. This study involves the water absorption behaviour of flax and hemp combined natural fibres and the bending characteristics of flax/hemp hybrid polyester matrix composites treated at various temperatures. The stiffness of the composite was noted to reduce at 110 °C. The moisture absorption profile did rise to a variable plateau. Also investigated was the effect on the energy absorbed due to the presence of water in the composites.