Gray optimization of process parameters of surface modification of coconut sheath reinforced polymer composites
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Irullappasamy Siva
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Jebas Thangaih Winowlin Jappes
Abstract
Surface modification of natural fiber may greatly enhance the mechanical interlocking between fiber and matrix. Although there are many reports on surface modification of natural fibers, little technical information is available to enable the selection of optimized surface modification conditions. In this work, treatment parameters, such as bath temperature, agent concentration, and treatment time, are optimized to achieve higher interfacial adhesion. The effect of these parameters on flexural and impact strength is investigated by applying gray relational techniques. Experimental results show that NaOH concentration and treatment time are significant variables which improve interfacial strength, while NaOH bath temperature appears less important.
The authors wish to thank the Department of Science and Technology, India for the funding and also the Center for Composite Materials and Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kalasalingam University for their kind permission to carry out the preparation and testing of the composites.
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