Strategic Enhancement of Composite Strength Explored Through Comprehensive Integration of Flax Fiber and Cenosphere in Epoxy Resin Matrices

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Year : 2024 | Volume :11 | Special Issue : 13 | Page : 199-217
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Vikram Kedambadi Vasu*

Sudheer Reddy J.

  1. Assistant Professor Department of Mechanical Engineering, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Visvesvaraya Technological University, Bengaluru, Karnataka India
  2. Professor Department of Mechanical Engineering, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Visvesvaraya Technological University, Bengaluru, Karnataka India

Abstract

The Current research delves into the mechanical attributes of composite specimens, integrating flax fiber and cenosphere fillers within an epoxy resin matrix catalyzed by K-6 hardener. Executing a meticulous approach involving a vacuum bagging method and a specific formulation of 10 wt.% cenosphere, 50% epoxy resin, and 40% flax fibers, the study rigorously scrutinized tensile and flexural strengths. Notably, the first specimen exhibited a peak tensile strength of 94.329 MPa, while the second recorded 83.374 MPa. Additionally, corresponding flexural strengths reached 97.05 MPa and 78.32 MPa. Comparative analyses with prior literature underscored the superior strength of the current composite material, particularly in contrast to formulations involving hemp fibers. This investigation also suggests the proThe Current research delves into the mechanical attributes of composite specimens, integrating flax fiber and cenosphere fillers within an epoxy resin matrix catalyzed by K-6 hardener. Executing a meticulous approach involving a vacuum bagging method and a specific formulation of 10 wt.% cenosphere, 50% epoxy resin, and 40% flax fibers, the study rigorously scrutinized tensile and flexural strengths. Notably, the first specimen exhibited a peak tensile strength of 94.329 MPa, while the second recorded 83.374 MPa. Additionally, corresponding flexural strengths reached 97.05 MPa and 78.32 MPa. Comparative analyses with prior literature underscored the superior strength of the current composite material, particularly in contrast to formulations involving hemp fibers. This investigation also suggests the promising application of the composite in replacing plastic mud guards for bicycles and bikes, owing to its heightened tensile strength and eco-friendly nature.mising application of the composite in replacing plastic mud guards for bicycles and bikes, owing to its heightened tensile strength and eco-friendly nature.

Keywords: Composite materials, Flax fiber, Cenosphere, Tensile strength, Flexural Strength, and Eco-friendly applications

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How to cite this article: Vikram Kedambadi Vasu*, Sudheer Reddy J.. Strategic Enhancement of Composite Strength Explored Through Comprehensive Integration of Flax Fiber and Cenosphere in Epoxy Resin Matrices. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2024; 11(13):199-217.
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Special Issue Open Access Original Research
Volume 11
Special Issue 13
Received November 24, 2023
Accepted January 1, 2024
Published February 16, 2024
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