Effect of post curing, fibre content and resin-hardener mixing ratio on the properties of kenaf-aramid hybrid composites

R. Yahaya, S. M. Sapuan, M. Jawaid, Z. Leman, E. S. Zainudin

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Abstract

Polymer composites reinforced with high strength synthetic fibres have been used for many engineering applications. Environmental and economic issues, encourage the exploration on the introduction natural-synthetic fibre hybrid composites. Mechanical properties are critical to composite performance and may due to the manufacturing process conditions. This study investigates the effect of post curing temperature, natural fibre content and resin-hardener mixing ratio on mechanical properties of kenaf-Kevlar hybrid composites. A full factorial design (23) was carried out to determine the effect these factors on the responses: flexural strength, flexural modulus and impact strength. A statistical study has been performed in order to determine the how the factors affect the responses. The study showed that post-curing temperature, kenaf content and resin-hardener mixing ratio gives significant effects on the mechanical properties of kenaf -Kevlar hybrid composites.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAchievements in Engineering Sciences
PublisherTrans Tech Publications
Pages7-11
Number of pages5
ISBN (Print)9783038350842
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2014
Externally publishedYes
Event3rd International Conference on Manufacturing Engineering and Process, ICMEP 2014 - Seoul, Korea, Republic of
Duration: Apr 10 2014Apr 11 2014

Publication series

NameApplied Mechanics and Materials
Volume548-549
ISSN (Print)1660-9336
ISSN (Electronic)1662-7482

Conference

Conference3rd International Conference on Manufacturing Engineering and Process, ICMEP 2014
Country/TerritoryKorea, Republic of
CitySeoul
Period4/10/144/11/14

Keywords

  • Design of experiment
  • Flexural modulus
  • Flexural strength
  • Hybrid composites
  • Impact strength

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering

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