Characterization of interfacial strength in natural fibre – polyolefin composites at different temperatures

It is often suggested that optimization of the fibre-matrix interfacial adhesion essential to improve mechanical performance natural fibre reinforced thermoplastic compounds. The use such composites in many applications requires characterisation over a range temperatures. This paper presents study on measurements coir with various polyolefin matrices at room temperature. We then present novel adaptation dynamical analyser enable measurement shear strength temperature −40°C 120°C. Results from these are presented and discussed terms relationship apparent IFSS residual thermal stresses composites.