Influence of Jute Fiber Volume Fraction on the Mechanical Properties of Epoxy Matrix Composites: Applications in Motorcycle Fairing Design
This study explores the relationship between the volumetric fraction of jute fiber and the mechanical properties of epoxy matrix composites for motorcycle fairings, highlighting the feasibility of jute fibers due to their strength and sustainability. Through a methodology that includes meticulous fi...
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| author | Paul Edgardo Medina Agurto Elmer Rolando Polo Briceño Saúl Andrés Hernández Moreno Oscar Humberto Sierra Herrera Mario Eduardo González Niño Jersson X. Leon-Medina Rodolpho Fernando Váz |
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| description | This study explores the relationship between the volumetric fraction of jute fiber and the mechanical properties of epoxy matrix composites for motorcycle fairings, highlighting the feasibility of jute fibers due to their strength and sustainability. Through a methodology that includes meticulous fiber cleaning, precise mold fabrication, and rigorous evaluation of tensile and impact properties, the study provides an innovative perspective in composite materials engineering. The results demonstrate that composites with jute fibers are viable for manufacturing fairings with excellent thermal and mechanical performance, opening new avenues for motorcycle manufacturing that prioritize both performance and environmental responsibility. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-0d58ffd4976e48cba60d722dae4fbde22025-08-20T03:47:53ZengMDPI AGApplied Sciences2076-34172025-05-011510551510.3390/app15105515Influence of Jute Fiber Volume Fraction on the Mechanical Properties of Epoxy Matrix Composites: Applications in Motorcycle Fairing DesignPaul Edgardo Medina Agurto0Elmer Rolando Polo Briceño1Saúl Andrés Hernández Moreno2Oscar Humberto Sierra Herrera3Mario Eduardo González Niño4Jersson X. Leon-Medina5Rodolpho Fernando Váz6Facultad de Ingeniería y Arquitectura, Escuela de Ingeniería Mecánica Eléctrica, Universidad Señor de Sipán, Chiclayo 14001, PeruFacultad de Ingeniería y Arquitectura, Escuela de Ingeniería Mecánica Eléctrica, Universidad Señor de Sipán, Chiclayo 14001, PeruEscuela de Ingeniería Electromecánica, Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia, Facultad Seccional Duitama, Carrera 18 con Calle 22, Duitama 150461, ColombiaEscuela de Ingeniería Electromecánica, Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia, Facultad Seccional Duitama, Carrera 18 con Calle 22, Duitama 150461, ColombiaEscuela de Ingeniería Electromecánica, Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia, Facultad Seccional Duitama, Carrera 18 con Calle 22, Duitama 150461, ColombiaEscuela de Ingeniería Electromecánica, Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia, Facultad Seccional Duitama, Carrera 18 con Calle 22, Duitama 150461, ColombiaStony Brook University, Room 130 Heavy Engineering Bldg., Stony Brook, NY 11794, USAThis study explores the relationship between the volumetric fraction of jute fiber and the mechanical properties of epoxy matrix composites for motorcycle fairings, highlighting the feasibility of jute fibers due to their strength and sustainability. Through a methodology that includes meticulous fiber cleaning, precise mold fabrication, and rigorous evaluation of tensile and impact properties, the study provides an innovative perspective in composite materials engineering. The results demonstrate that composites with jute fibers are viable for manufacturing fairings with excellent thermal and mechanical performance, opening new avenues for motorcycle manufacturing that prioritize both performance and environmental responsibility.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/10/5515jute fibersepoxy matrix compositesmechanical propertiesmotorcycle fairingssustainability |
| spellingShingle | Paul Edgardo Medina Agurto Elmer Rolando Polo Briceño Saúl Andrés Hernández Moreno Oscar Humberto Sierra Herrera Mario Eduardo González Niño Jersson X. Leon-Medina Rodolpho Fernando Váz Influence of Jute Fiber Volume Fraction on the Mechanical Properties of Epoxy Matrix Composites: Applications in Motorcycle Fairing Design Applied Sciences jute fibers epoxy matrix composites mechanical properties motorcycle fairings sustainability |
| title | Influence of Jute Fiber Volume Fraction on the Mechanical Properties of Epoxy Matrix Composites: Applications in Motorcycle Fairing Design |
| title_full | Influence of Jute Fiber Volume Fraction on the Mechanical Properties of Epoxy Matrix Composites: Applications in Motorcycle Fairing Design |
| title_fullStr | Influence of Jute Fiber Volume Fraction on the Mechanical Properties of Epoxy Matrix Composites: Applications in Motorcycle Fairing Design |
| title_full_unstemmed | Influence of Jute Fiber Volume Fraction on the Mechanical Properties of Epoxy Matrix Composites: Applications in Motorcycle Fairing Design |
| title_short | Influence of Jute Fiber Volume Fraction on the Mechanical Properties of Epoxy Matrix Composites: Applications in Motorcycle Fairing Design |
| title_sort | influence of jute fiber volume fraction on the mechanical properties of epoxy matrix composites applications in motorcycle fairing design |
| topic | jute fibers epoxy matrix composites mechanical properties motorcycle fairings sustainability |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/10/5515 |
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