In this study, a biodegradable composite by ML506 as matrix and kenaf fibers as reinforcement was designed, manufactured, and finally, its mechanical properties were investigated. The test samples were manufactured by the Vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM) method. To determine the mechanical properties, a tensile test and three-point bending test were performed. Young modulus, yield stress, ultimate stress, maximum elongation, and toughness were obtained from the tensile test. Flexural strength and flexural chord modulus of elasticity were obtained from the three-point bending test. To determine the electrical properties, a dielectric constant test in X-band was performed. The loss tangent, as well as composite products, were obtained. The maximum tensile strength and tensile modulus were achieved in this research respectively equal to 62.42 Mpa and 4.43 Gpa. The flexural strength and flexural modulus were achieved in this research respectively equal to 99.19 Mpa and 5.619 Gpa. The dielectric constant and loss tangent of the samples produced in the X -band were 4.74 and 0.053, respectively. Finally, to validate the results in this research, the result of the tests were compared with the result of the other similar studies.
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MLA
Sarkhosh,R. , , Arabqomi,H. , and ۤFarrokhabadi,A. . "Design, manufacturing, and evaluation of mechanical and electrical properties of biodegradable epoxy/hemp composite produced by VARTM method", Journal of Aeronautical Engineering, 24, 1, 2022, 70-82. doi: 10.22034/joae.2022.315690.1069
HARVARD
Sarkhosh R., Arabqomi H., ۤFarrokhabadi A. (2022). 'Design, manufacturing, and evaluation of mechanical and electrical properties of biodegradable epoxy/hemp composite produced by VARTM method', Journal of Aeronautical Engineering, 24(1), pp. 70-82. doi: 10.22034/joae.2022.315690.1069
CHICAGO
R. Sarkhosh, H. Arabqomi and A. ۤFarrokhabadi, "Design, manufacturing, and evaluation of mechanical and electrical properties of biodegradable epoxy/hemp composite produced by VARTM method," Journal of Aeronautical Engineering, 24 1 (2022): 70-82, doi: 10.22034/joae.2022.315690.1069
VANCOUVER
Sarkhosh R., Arabqomi H., ۤFarrokhabadi A. Design, manufacturing, and evaluation of mechanical and electrical properties of biodegradable epoxy/hemp composite produced by VARTM method. JoAE, 2022; 24(1): 70-82. doi: 10.22034/joae.2022.315690.1069
