Cyclic thermal treatment parameters of bagasse particle reinforced epoxy bio-composites for sustainable applications
dc.contributor.author | Oladele, Isiaka Oluwole | |
dc.contributor.author | Falana, Samuel Olumide | |
dc.contributor.author | Ilesanmi | |
dc.contributor.author | Akinbamiyorin, Michael | |
dc.contributor.author | Onuh, Linus Nnabuike | |
dc.contributor.author | Taiwo, Anuoluwapo Samuel | |
dc.contributor.author | Adelani, Samson Oluwagbenga | |
dc.contributor.author | Olajesu, Olanrewaju Favor | |
dc.date.accessioned | 2025-04-22T14:53:40Z | |
dc.date.available | 2025-04-22T14:53:40Z | |
dc.date.freetoread | 2025-04-22 | |
dc.date.issued | 2025-03-13 | |
dc.date.pubOnline | 2025-03-13 | |
dc.description.abstract | The demand for sustainable, high-performance materials has led to increased interest in bio-based composites. However, optimizing the mechanical properties of such materials for engineering applications remains a challenge. This study addresses this gap by developing and characterizing an epoxy-based biocomposite reinforced with sugarcane bagasse particles, focusing on the influence of cyclic thermal treatment on its properties. The bagasse particles were chemically treated with 1 M NaOH to remove impurities, improve interfacial bonding with the epoxy matrix, and enhance the overall composite performance. The treated particles j were pulverized to 470 µm and incorporated into the epoxy matrix (0–20 wt%) using the hand layup method. The composites were divided into untreated and thermally treated groups, with the latter subjected to cyclic thermal treatment (100 °C for 3 h over 7 days). Mechanical, wear, and water absorption properties were evaluated, while fractured surface morphologies were analyzed using SEM. Results revealed that cyclic thermal treatment significantly enhanced the composites’ performance, with the 15 wt% heat-treated composite showing optimal properties: density of 1.102 g/cm3, flexural strength of 29.13 MPa, ultimate tensile strength of 103.50 MPa, impact strength of 3.49 kJ/m2, hardness of 64.70 HS, and wear indices of 0.034 mg. These findings demonstrate that alkali treatment and cyclic thermal treatment synergistically enhance the performance of bio-composites, making them suitable for diverse applications, including automotive, aerospace, and other engineering fields. | |
dc.description.journalName | Discover Polymers | |
dc.identifier.citation | Oladele IO, Falana SO, Ilesanmi, et al., (2025) Cyclic thermal treatment parameters of bagasse particle reinforced epoxy bio-composites for sustainable applications. Discover Polymers, Volume 2, 2025, Article number 5 | |
dc.identifier.eissn | 3004-9377 | |
dc.identifier.elementsID | 672835 | |
dc.identifier.issn | 3004-9377 | |
dc.identifier.paperNo | 5 | |
dc.identifier.uri | https://doi.org/10.1007/s44347-025-00016-6 | |
dc.identifier.uri | https://dspace.lib.cranfield.ac.uk/handle/1826/23786 | |
dc.identifier.volumeNo | 2 | |
dc.language | English | |
dc.language.iso | en | |
dc.publisher | Springer | |
dc.publisher.uri | https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s44347-025-00016-6 | |
dc.rights | Attribution 4.0 International | en |
dc.rights.uri | http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | |
dc.subject | 40 Engineering | |
dc.subject | 4016 Materials Engineering | |
dc.title | Cyclic thermal treatment parameters of bagasse particle reinforced epoxy bio-composites for sustainable applications | |
dc.type | Article | |
dcterms.dateAccepted | 2025-03-03 |