Fabrication and characterization of a composite material from polymer matrix using citrus limetta fiber

IF 5.45 Q1 Physics and Astronomy

Nano-Structures & Nano-Objects Pub Date : 2024-09-11 DOI:10.1016/j.nanoso.2024.101323

B.N. Sandeep, Kishor Buddha, D. Baba Basha

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Abstract

Natural fibers, known for their excellent mechanical properties, non-abrasiveness, affordability, high specific strength, environmental friendliness, and biodegradability, are increasingly being considered as potential replacements for synthetic fibers like glass and carbon. This study investigates the use of Citrus limetta peel fibers to develop and characterize a polymer matrix composite. The fibers were extracted, purified, and coated with epoxy resin, then developed into composites using the hand layup method and cured in an oven. Mechanical tests, including hardness, impact, tensile strength, and compression strength, were conducted to assess the composites. The results showed that fiber reinforcement significantly enhanced mechanical stability, with compression strength and ultimate tensile strength reaching 231.39 MPa and 22.68 MPa, respectively. Microstructural analysis using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and moisture absorption tests were also performed. Additionally, Ansys workbench software was utilized for further analysis. The study concludes that Citrus limetta peel fibers are a viable reinforcement material for polymer matrix composites, offering enhanced mechanical properties. This research is relevant for applications in industries seeking sustainable and high-performance composite materials.

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利用柑橘纤维制造聚合物基复合材料并确定其特性

天然纤维以其优异的机械性能、非粗糙性、经济性、高比强度、环境友好性和生物可降解性而著称，正越来越多地被视为玻璃纤维和碳纤维等合成纤维的潜在替代品。本研究探讨了如何利用柑橘皮纤维开发聚合物基复合材料并确定其特性。对纤维进行提取、纯化、涂覆环氧树脂，然后采用手糊法制成复合材料，并在烘箱中固化。对复合材料进行了机械测试，包括硬度、冲击力、拉伸强度和压缩强度。结果表明，纤维增强显著提高了机械稳定性，压缩强度和极限拉伸强度分别达到 231.39 兆帕和 22.68 兆帕。此外，还利用扫描电子显微镜（SEM）进行了微观结构分析，并进行了吸湿测试。此外，还利用 Ansys workbench 软件进行了进一步分析。研究得出结论，柑橘类果皮纤维是聚合物基复合材料的一种可行的增强材料，具有更强的机械性能。这项研究适用于寻求可持续高性能复合材料的行业应用。

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Nano-Structures & Nano-Objects Physics and Astronomy-Condensed Matter Physics

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9.20

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22 days

期刊介绍： Nano-Structures & Nano-Objects is a new journal devoted to all aspects of the synthesis and the properties of this new flourishing domain. The journal is devoted to novel architectures at the nano-level with an emphasis on new synthesis and characterization methods. The journal is focused on the objects rather than on their applications. However, the research for new applications of original nano-structures & nano-objects in various fields such as nano-electronics, energy conversion, catalysis, drug delivery and nano-medicine is also welcome. The scope of Nano-Structures & Nano-Objects involves: -Metal and alloy nanoparticles with complex nanostructures such as shape control, core-shell and dumbells -Oxide nanoparticles and nanostructures, with complex oxide/metal, oxide/surface and oxide /organic interfaces -Inorganic semi-conducting nanoparticles (quantum dots) with an emphasis on new phases, structures, shapes and complexity -Nanostructures involving molecular inorganic species such as nanoparticles of coordination compounds, molecular magnets, spin transition nanoparticles etc. or organic nano-objects, in particular for molecular electronics -Nanostructured materials such as nano-MOFs and nano-zeolites -Hetero-junctions between molecules and nano-objects, between different nano-objects & nanostructures or between nano-objects & nanostructures and surfaces -Methods of characterization specific of the nano size or adapted for the nano size such as X-ray and neutron scattering, light scattering, NMR, Raman, Plasmonics, near field microscopies, various TEM and SEM techniques, magnetic studies, etc .