Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Effect of benzoyl chloride treatment on morphological, thermal, mechanical, and hydrothermal aging properties of date palm/polyvinyl chloride (PVC) composites. |
| Authors: |
Boussehel, Hamida1,2, Guerira, Belhi1, Jawaid, Mohammad3 jawaid@uaeu.ac.ae, Fouad, Hassan4, Khiari, Ramzi5 |
| Source: |
Scientific Reports. 9/2/2024, Vol. 14 Issue 1, p1-15. 15p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*BENZOYL chloride, *POLYVINYL chloride, *DATE palm, *PALMS, *FOURIER transform infrared spectroscopy, *NATURAL fibers, *PLASTICIZERS, *FIBROUS composites, *SURFACE preparation |
| Abstract: |
The use of natural fibers has seen a significant rise in the composites sector, resulting in the creation of polymer composites with exceptional strength. These environmentally-friendly alternatives offer a compelling substitute for synthetic composites. This study explores the use of date palm waste as reinforcement for the fabrication of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) composites. A surface modification method was essential for improving the binding interaction between palm fibers and PVC composites. The two-hour benzoyl chloride treatment at 140 °C played a crucial role. The study examined the effects of hydrothermal aging on mechanical properties of composites, using various techniques such as surface morphology analysis, Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy, and Thermogravimetric Analysis, on composites made of untreated fibers and those treated with benzoyl chloride. Although the treatment of palm fiber-reinforced composites with benzoyl chloride improved their mechanical properties, it is crucial to note that hydrothermal aging reduced their tensile strength by 10%. Despite this, these composites prove to be well-suited for applications requiring moderate strength and stiffness in mild environmental conditions. These composites, while utilizing benzoyl chloride for surface treatment, still represent a more sustainable alternative to traditional synthetic composites by incorporating renewable date palm waste and enhancing mechanical properties, which potentially reduces overall environmental impact. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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