Investigation of the mechanical behavior of epoxy composites filled with bagasse ash and pistachio shell ash: a comparative study
In recent years, there has been a considerable increase in interest in the use of natural fillers in polymer composites because of their potential to improve mechanical qualities while preserving environmental sustainability. This study investigates the potential of utilizing agricultural waste,...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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The Serbian Academic Center
2024-12-01
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| Series: | Applied Engineering Letters |
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| Online Access: | https://aeletters.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/AEL00409.pdf |
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| Summary: | In recent years, there has been a considerable increase in interest in the
use of natural fillers in polymer composites because of their potential to
improve mechanical qualities while preserving environmental
sustainability. This study investigates the potential of utilizing agricultural
waste, specifically Bagasse Ash (BA) and Pistachio Shell Ash (PA), as fillers
in epoxy composites to enhance mechanical properties and support
sustainable material development. Composites were prepared with varying
weight percentages (2% to 10%) of BA and PA using an open mold
technique. Mechanical properties, including tensile, flexural, and impact
strength, were assessed to determine the effect of filler content. Results
indicate that BA composites generally outperformed PA composites in
tensile and flexural strength, with maximum tensile strength recorded at
6% filler content for both BA (19.16 MPa) and PA (11.49 MPa). The analysis
shows that increasing filler content beyond the optimal level leads to
decreased mechanical performance due to agglomeration and void
formation. The enhanced mechanical properties of these composites
suggest their suitability for applications in lightweight structural
components, offering an eco-friendly alternative to conventional synthetic
fillers. |
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| ISSN: | 2466-4677 2466-4847 |