This work is carried out by PL. Ramkumar, Nikita Gupta and Vrushang of IITRAM, Ahmedabad
The research work investigates the effect of Sugarcane Bagasse (SCB) and Jute as an additive with linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) in order to ensure requisite processibility and improvised mechanical strength and even assessing the underlying mechanism to observe the fiber dispersion for rotational molding process. Rotational Moulding is the process of producing hollow plastic products. Fourier Transform Infrared Technique (FTIR) and Melt Flow Index (MFI) tests were considered to verify the roto-moldability for the prepared bio composites in distinguished concentrations. The results obtained were then characterized mechanically based on tensile and impact strength. Thermal Stability Viz. Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC) was also investigated to divulge the crystallinity impact of SCB and Jute with LLDPE when compared with pure matrix. Experiments revealed 5% of fiber addition manifested an improvised effect considering roto-moldability and mechanical properties of end product.
