Reed Fibers Revolutionize Epoxy Composite Strength
Keywords:
Mechanical Properties, Polymers, Reinforcement Materials, Reed Fibers, Composite StrengthAbstract
In recent years, natural fibers have gained significant attention from the global research community due to their advantageous properties over industrial fibers. This study investigates the impact of reed fiber reinforcement on the mechanical properties of epoxy composites. Despite extensive research on various natural fibers, there is a knowledge gap regarding the use of reed fibers in composite materials. This research aims to explore how reed fiber orientation affects the tensile and compressive strength of epoxy composites. Reed fibers, cut to 100 mm in length and 2 mm in width, were embedded in epoxy resin at orientations of 0°, 45°, and 90° using hand molding techniques. The samples were cured at 75°C and subjected to mechanical testing. Results indicated that fibers oriented at 0° provided the highest mechanical strength, while the 0°/90° configuration resulted in the lowest strength. This study highlights the potential of reed fibers to enhance the mechanical properties of epoxy composites, emphasizing the significance of fiber orientation in optimizing composite performance.
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