Exploring the Mechanical Characteristics of Three Natural Composite Materials (Kenaf, Sisal, and Banana with Almond shell, Glass, and Silicon carbide fillers): A Comparative Evaluation

Year : 2025 | Volume : 13 | Special Issue 04 | Page : 492-502
    By

    Kamatchi Hariharan M,

  1. Assistant Professor (S.G), Department of Mechanical Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vadapalani Campus, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Abstract

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The current global demand for lightweight, long-lasting, and economically efficient materials is of unprecedented magnitude. Industry sectors including aircraft, automotive, construction, and sports are constantly adapting to fulfil these requirements. Natural composites refer to materials obtained from natural sources that utilise two or more separate components to form a material with improved characteristics. In numerous industries, natural composites offer a potential and ecologically sound alternative to synthetic materials by harnessing the characteristics of natural resources to develop high-performance, sustainable solutions. The addition of fillers to the matrix of composites serves to augment the characteristics of the composite, including but not limited to strength, stiffness, and durability. Their job is of utmost importance in customising the composite material to suit certain applications and performance criteria. The incorporation of glass, silicon carbide, and almond shell fillers in natural composites yields improved mechanical, thermal, and environmental characteristics, therefore offering adaptable and environmentally friendly options for multiple uses. Comparing the performance of natural fibres such kenaf, sisal, and banana with almond shell, glass, and silicon carbide fillers in composites requires assessing their mechanical characteristics, environmental impact, cost-effectiveness, and appropriateness for different uses. The present study aimed to compare natural fibres and assess their mechanical properties for potential use in feasible uses. A comparison of the data obtained from the tensile test reveals that material 2 with Banana: Sisal: Glass: Epoxy has a tensile strength that is 432.46% higher than that of material 1 with Kenaf: Sisal: Almond shell: Epoxy. According to the findings of the additional mechanical tests, the material 3 that contained Kenaf, Banana, Silicon, and Epoxy resulted in a 260% increase in flexural strength, a 14.44% rise in hardness, and a 17.17% increase in impact energy when compared to other compositions.

Keywords: Natural composites, kenaf, sisal, banana, almond shell, glass, silicon carbide.

[This article belongs to Special Issue under section in Journal of Polymer and Composites (jopc)]

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Kamatchi Hariharan M. Exploring the Mechanical Characteristics of Three Natural Composite Materials (Kenaf, Sisal, and Banana with Almond shell, Glass, and Silicon carbide fillers): A Comparative Evaluation. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(04):492-502.
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Kamatchi Hariharan M. Exploring the Mechanical Characteristics of Three Natural Composite Materials (Kenaf, Sisal, and Banana with Almond shell, Glass, and Silicon carbide fillers): A Comparative Evaluation. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(04):492-502. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jopc/article=2025/view=0


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Volume 13
Special Issue 04
Received 13/01/2025
Accepted 12/02/2025
Published 07/06/2025
Publication Time 145 Days
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