Kenaf Core Fibre/Polylactic Acid Biocomposite:Effect Of Mapla On Mechanical Properties

In bio-composites containing polylactic acid (PLA), kenaf core fibre (KCF), a natural fibre, has the potential to be employed as reinforcement material. The mechanical properties of kenaf core fiber/polylactic acid (PLA) biocomposites can be affected by chemical treatment. This study investigated the effect of MAPLA on the mechanical properties of kenaf core fiber/PLA biocomposites. Compounding and testing specimen has been done by melt-blending internal mixer and compression moulding. Sample characterization was conducted using mechanical testing (tensile test). FTIR was used to examine the chemical bonds before and after added MAPLA. The results shows that che…