Moisture absorption and hydrothermal aging in bamboo fibre/polyester composite

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Zulkarnain, Azwa. 2014. "Moisture absorption and hydrothermal aging in bamboo fibre/polyester composite." Australasian Composites Conference (CA 2014): Materials for a Lighter and Smarter World. Newcastle, Australia 07 - 09 Apr 2014 Melbourne, Australia.
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Moisture absorption and hydrothermal aging in bamboo fibre/polyester composite

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AuthorZulkarnain, Azwa
Journal or Proceedings TitleAustralasian Composites Conference (CA 2014)
Year2014
Place of PublicationMelbourne, Australia
Conference/EventAustralasian Composites Conference (CA 2014): Materials for a Lighter and Smarter World
Event Details
Australasian Composites Conference (CA 2014): Materials for a Lighter and Smarter World
Event Date
07 to end of 09 Apr 2014
Event Location
Newcastle, Australia
Abstract

Outdoor application of natural fibre reinforced composites is restricted mainly due to its capability to absorb moisture which can lead to physical and mechanical degradation. In this work, bamboo fibre/polyester composites subjected to alkalization at 0, 4, 6, and 8 wt.% of sodium hydroxide (NaOH), as well as neat polyester, were immersed in water at room temperature (25ºC) for 60 days and at 80ºC for two days.
The percentages of weight and thickness increment were recorded until a plateau was observed on the moisture absorption and thickness swelling graphs, or obvious physical degradation was observed on the specimens. At room temperature, all specimens reached equilibrium moisture content and maximum thickness swelling at 60 days, with 6 wt.% NaOH treated composites exhibiting the least absorptivity and swelling. Untreated composites (0 wt.%) experienced the highest percentage of weight gain indicating that alkalization reduces moisture absorption of composites. At 80oC, there was no significant difference on the rate of weight gain among the treated composites but all specimens showed signs of physical degradation on the second day with maximum thickness swelling achieved.

Keywordsmoisture; degradation; bamboo fibre; immersion
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020400505. Construction materials
400510. Structural engineering
401602. Composite and hybrid materials
Byline AffiliationsCentre of Excellence in Engineered Fibre Composites
Institution of OriginUniversity of Southern Queensland
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