Mechanical and Morphological Analysis of Jute/Manila Hemp Hybrid Composites for Enhanced Structural Performance

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Mukesh Kumar NAG,

Parmanand KUMAR,

  1. Research Scholar , National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur Jharkhand India
  2. Associate Professor National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur Jharkhand India

Abstract

Natural fiber composites are renowned for their lightweight, strength, corrosion resistance, and high strength-to-weight ratio, often surpassing traditional metals. Despite challenges such as poor fiber-matrix adhesion and moisture susceptibility, hybridizing composites present a viable solution by enabling tailored properties for optimal performance. This study investigates hand-lay-up processed natural fiber composites, specifically woven jute/epoxy, non-woven manila hemp/epoxy, and their hybrid variants. Extensive testing was conducted on mechanical properties including hardness, flexural strength, impact strength, and tensile strength. The non-woven manila hemp/epoxy composite exhibited superior hardness (99 Shore-D) and tensile strength of 52 MPa. It also demonstrated exceptional flexural strength (95 MPa), although it had a lower impact strength (6 kJ/m²). Hybrid composites showed significant improvements over conventional ones. The woven jute/non-woven manila hemp/epoxy hybrid composite displayed excellent mechanical properties, with a maximum tensile strength of 52 MPa, a tensile modulus of 1.67 GPa, an impact strength of 9.6 kJ/m², and a flexural strength of 90 MPa. These findings highlight the exceptional performance and versatile applications of composite materials, particularly those incorporating woven jute and non-woven manila hemp natural fibers.

Keywords: Natural Fibers, Hybridization, Ecofriendly, lightweight, Fractures Surface, Mechanical Properties, Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM).

How to cite this article: Mukesh Kumar NAG, Parmanand KUMAR. Mechanical and Morphological Analysis of Jute/Manila Hemp Hybrid Composites for Enhanced Structural Performance. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2024; ():-.
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