Effect of Additives on the flexibility of High-Density Polyethylene Filled Cowhide Composite
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https://doi.org/10.56919/usci.1122.014Keywords:
Composite Flexibility, Mechanical strength, HDPE, Plant treated hide, Untreated cowhide wasteAbstract
Fibre-filled high-density polyethylene composite was prepared by two roll melt mixing, and pressed into standard shapes using compression moulding technique for varying fibre contents from 10% by weight up to 60w% by weight. Tests were performed on composite specimens in accordance with ASTM D638. Additives have been incorporated into the design formulation of the composite to provide flexibility and intercalate (adhesion) between the fibre and the substrate. The results obtained were compared with specimens made of 100% weight of high-density polyethylene (HDPE). Results showed that waste loads in the range of 10-40% weight for un-treated hides (UH) and plant treated cowhide (acacia nilotical) (VT), represent good mechanical, physical, thermal and morphological properties, with improved intercalation between the fibre and interface substrate due to additives. 10-40 % weight (non-degradable) HDPE can be partially replaced with rawhide and processed shredded hide (both compostable), with the highest value at 10% by weight fibre content. The breaking strength of high-density polyethylene filled untreated hide with additive (HDPE/UHA) and high-density polyethylene filled plant treated hide with additives (HDPE/VTA) stretches longer under tension by 32.7% and 3.9% respectively, more than the control at 40% content by weight. The composites are suitable for producing composite-films, useful for manufacturing bags for packaging food goods, or in shoe soles, floor tiles and any material property requiring flexibility.
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