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Improving the performance of hybrid biocomposite materials using epoxy, vinyl ester and polyimide polymer matrix: comparative study

Authors:

Mohamed Alami1

Allel Mokaddem1,2

Mohammed Belkheir1,2

Mehdi Rouissat1,3

Bendouma Doumi4

Djamila Ziani1

1Instrumentation and Advanced Materials Laboratory, Institute of Science, University Center of El Bayadh, 32000, Algeria
2University Center of El Bayadh, Bayadh 32000, Algeria
3Laboratoire STIC (Université de Tlemcen), Tlemcen 13000, Algeria
4Faculty of Sciences, University of Saida Dr. Moulay Tahar, Saida 20000, Algeria

Received: 10 January 2024
Revised: 23 April 2024
Accepted: 9 May 2024
Published: 30 June 2024

Abstract:

The present study aims to assess the impact of alfa and date palm natural fibers as reinforcement for epoxy, vinyl ester, and polyimide polymer (Alfa-Date palm/epoxy, Alfa-Date palm/vinyl ester, and Alfa-date palm/polyimide) through a genetic approach. The study employs a genetic simulation rooted in the Weibull formalism, employing genetic operators such as selection, crossing, and mutation for a nuanced evaluation of the damage at the fiber-matrix interface across the studied materials. The genetic algorithm results authentically capture the intrinsic behaviour of these materials, emphasising key mechanical properties like Young’s Modulus, deformation, and stress at break. The obtained results highlight that the matrix showing the highest Young’s modulus value at its fiber- matrix interface exhibits superior strength. These conclusions align with contemporary advancements in natural fiber-reinforced composite materials tailored for diverse industries and eco-friendly applications.

Keywords:

Natural fibres, Alfa, Palm date, Epoxy, Vinyl Ester, Polyimide

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Improving the performance of hybrid biocomposite materials using epoxy, vinyl ester and polyimide polymer matrix: comparative study

Authors:

Mohamed Alami1

Allel Mokaddem1,2

Mohammed Belkheir1,2

Mehdi Rouissat1,3

Bendouma Doumi4

Djamila Ziani1

1Instrumentation and Advanced Materials Laboratory, Institute of Science, University Center of El Bayadh, 32000, Algeria
2University Center of El Bayadh, Bayadh 32000, Algeria
3Laboratoire STIC (Université de Tlemcen), Tlemcen 13000, Algeria
4Faculty of Sciences, University of Saida Dr. Moulay Tahar, Saida 20000, Algeria

Received: 10 January 2024
Revised: 23 April 2024
Accepted: 9 May 2024
Published: 30 June 2024

Abstract:

The present study aims to assess the impact of alfa and date palm natural fibers as reinforcement for epoxy, vinyl ester, and polyimide polymer (Alfa-Date palm/epoxy, Alfa-Date palm/vinyl ester, and Alfa-date palm/polyimide) through a genetic approach. The study employs a genetic simulation rooted in the Weibull formalism, employing genetic operators such as selection, crossing, and mutation for a nuanced evaluation of the damage at the fiber-matrix interface across the studied materials. The genetic algorithm results authentically capture the intrinsic behaviour of these materials, emphasising key mechanical properties like Young’s Modulus, deformation, and stress at break. The obtained results highlight that the matrix showing the highest Young’s modulus value at its fiber- matrix interface exhibits superior strength. These conclusions align with contemporary advancements in natural fiber-reinforced composite materials tailored for diverse industries and eco-friendly applications.

Keywords:

Natural fibres, Alfa, Palm date, Epoxy, Vinyl Ester, Polyimide

References:

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