@article{4a61cb6a2a864aa5af3da5b5c1b86a6f,
title = "Characterization of interfacial strength in natural fibre - polyolefin composites at different temperatures",
abstract = "It is often suggested that optimization of the fibre-matrix interfacial adhesion is essential to improve the mechanical performance of natural fibre reinforced thermoplastic compounds. The use of such composites in many applications often requires characterisation of performance over a range of temperatures. This paper presents a study on the measurements of the interfacial adhesion of coir fibre with various polyolefin matrices at room temperature. We then present a novel adaptation of a dynamical mechanical analyser to enable the measurement of interfacial shear strength over the temperature range of −40°C to 120°C. Results from these measurements are presented and discussed in terms of the relationship of apparent IFSS to residual thermal stresses in such thermoplastic composites.",
keywords = "natural fibres, interface/interphase, thermoplastic composites, interfacial shear strength",
author = "Thomason, {James L.} and Rudeiros-Fern{\'a}ndez, {Jose L.}",
year = "2021",
month = apr,
day = "28",
doi = "10.1080/09276440.2021.1913901",
language = "English",
journal = "Composite Interfaces",
issn = "0927-6440",
publisher = "Taylor and Francis Ltd.",
}