Characterisation of Cassava Bagasse and Composites Prepared by Blending with Low-Density Polyethylene
Braz. arch. biol. technol
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57(6): 821-830, Nov-Dec/2014. tab, graf
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Dans Anglais
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ABSTRACT
The main objective of this study was to characterise the cassava bagasse and to evaluate its addition in composites. Two cassava bagasse samples were characterised using physicochemical, thermal and microscopic techniques, and by obtaining their spectra in the mid-infrared region and analysing them by using x-ray diffraction. Utilising sorption isotherms, it was possible to establish the acceptable conditions of temperature and relative humidity for the storage of the cassava bagasse. The incorporation of cassava bagasse in a low-density polyethylene (LDP) matrix was positive, increasing the elasticity modulus values from 131.90 for LDP to 186.2 for 70% LDP with 30% SP bagasse. These results were encouraging because cassava bagasse could serve as a structural reinforcement, as well as having environmental advantages for its application in packaging, construction and automotive parts.
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langue:
Anglais
Texte intégral:
Braz. arch. biol. technol
Thème du journal:
Biologie
Année:
2014
Type:
Article
Pays d'affiliation:
Brésil
Institution/Pays d'affiliation:
Universidade Estadual de Ponta Grossa/BR
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