Characterization of Tensile Properties of Epoxy Matrix Composites Reinforced with Fique Fabric Fiber

摘要

The development of composite materials is a combination of distinct materials, with applications in various areas, such as: aerospace, automobile, etc. Regarding mechanical resistance, composites reinforced with a dispersion phase in a fiber form is more relevant. The green idea is use composites with natural fibers instead of fiberglass, especially in non-structural applications. The Fique fiber has occupying an important place at Colombian agricultural and agribusiness sectors. Epoxy matrix composites reinforced with 1-6 Fique fabric layers were tested and the results indicated that the tensile properties improve with increasing the amount of Fique fabric layers. The fiber/matrix interaction was analyzed by scanning electron microscopy.