| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2025 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Natural Fibers and Biocomposites: A Sustainable Solution
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| Presentation Title |
Physical and mechanical properties of biocomposites obtained by additive manufacturing |
| Author(s) |
Martha Lissette Sanchez, Gil Capote, Luz Yolanda Morales |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Martha Lissette Sanchez |
| Abstract Scope |
Using alternative materials in construction often requires the implementation of new manufacturing methods that allow overcoming limitations observed in traditional materials. In this work, the evaluation of the mechanical behavior of biocomposites manufactured by the fused filament deposition technique is presented. Custom extruded filaments were produced by combining 90% polylactic acid granules and 10% pulverized plant fibers. The properties of these filaments were characterized via microscopy, density, thermogravimetry, roughness and hardness tests. Tensile, compression, and static bending specimens were printed, and the effect of infill density and printing orientation on their physical and mechanical properties was analyzed. Following a statistical analysis, empirical equations were derived to describe the behavior of the biocomposite parts based on the printing parameters. The results suggest that this novel biocomposite material could replace traditional materials in various applications in the construction industry.
Funded by the Vicerectory of Researchs of Universidad Militar Nueva Granada (INV-ING-3788). |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Biomaterials, Mechanical Properties, Composites |