Fractography Analysis of Naturally Woven Coconut Sheath Reinforced Polyester Composite: A Novel Reinforcement

摘要

In this work, naturally woven coconut sheath, a new type of reinforcement was used. Composite Laminates were prepared in a compression molding press. Tensile, flexural and impact tests were conducted as per ASTM standards, and results were compared with the glass fibre composite. Fractured specimens were analyzed with the help of scanning electron microscope images. Enhancements in mechanical properties were found with the new reinforcement. And the coconut sheath was found to be a suitable material that can reduce the utilization of non-decomposed glass fibres for polymer composite reinforcements.