Research Article

EVALUATION OF MECHANICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF BAMBOO LEAF NANO SILICA FILLED WITH RECYCLED LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLNE COMPOSITE

Magaji I. Y1*, Umaru H. I2, Abdulkadir Suleiman Abdulrahman3, Yakubu C.I4, Pascaplina L5, Hassan S5, Kabiru A.B5
1 Department of Polymer Technology, Nigerian Institute of Leather and Science Technology Zaria
2 Department of Polymer Textile Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
3 Ahmadu Bello University Zaria
4 Department of Industrial Design, Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja
5 Department of Polymer Technology, Nigerian Institute of Leather Technology, Zaria
* Corresponding author: ibrahimmagaji63@gmail.com
Published: Aug, 2024
DOI: 10.67637/njt.2024.iswh7rkp
Pages: 11 - 17
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Abstract

This study investigates the influence of bamboo leaf nano-silica (BLNS) filler on the mechanical and physical properties of recycled low-density polyethylene (RLDPE). RLDPE composites were fabricated using a two- roll mill at 150°C, followed by compression moulding. A comprehensive evaluation of the composites was conducted, encompassing tensile, impact, flexural tests, water absorption, modulus of elasticity, and hardness measurements. Results demonstrated that the incorporation of BLNS significantly enhanced the hardness of RLDPE composites. However, an increase in filler loading led to decreased tensile strength and increased water absorption. Interestingly, impact strength exhibited an improvement with increasing BLNS content. These RLDPE/BLNS composites with enhanced mechanical properties hold promise in various applications, including automotive components, construction materials, packaging, and consumer goods.

Keywords

Recycle low-density polyethylene Bamboo Leaf Tensile Strength Flexural Hardness

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How to Cite

Y, M. I., I, U. H., Abdulrahman, A. S., C.I, Y., L, P., S, H., & A.B, K. (2024). EVALUATION OF MECHANICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF BAMBOO LEAF NANO SILICA FILLED WITH RECYCLED LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLNE COMPOSITE. Nigerian Journal of Textiles, 10(1), 11 - 17. https://doi.org/10.67637/njt.2024.iswh7rkp

M. I. Y, U. H. I, A. S. Abdulrahman, Y. C.I, P. L, H. S, and K. A.B, "EVALUATION OF MECHANICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF BAMBOO LEAF NANO SILICA FILLED WITH RECYCLED LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLNE COMPOSITE," Nigerian Journal of Textiles, vol. 10, no. 1, pp. 11 - 17, August 2024. doi: 10.67637/njt.2024.iswh7rkp

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