Abstract : this paper presents the study of tensile, flexural & moisture absorption properties of composites made from kenaf f
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This paper presents the study of tensile, flexural & moisture absorption properties of composites made from areca fibers, maize powder filler particles & epoxy resin. The specimens are prepared using hand lay-up techniques as per ASTM standard for different weight fractions of fiber, filler & matrix material. The specimens were tested as per ASTM standards. Experimental results showed that tensile and flexural properties of the composites increased with increase of filler particle content and fiber content. The relation between stress & strain found to be linear the moisture absorption increases with the fiber, filler content and duration of immersion in water
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