| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2021 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Characterization of Minerals, Metals and Materials 2021
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| Presentation Title |
Chemical Characterization of Hemp Fabric for Engineering Composites Applications |
| Author(s) |
Matheus Pereira Ribeiro |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Matheus Pereira Ribeiro |
| Abstract Scope |
Given the situation of the frequent oil price variation and negative environmental impacts related to fossil fuels, there have been an increasing worldwide pressure for the adoption of eco-friendly materials. An increasing number of studies has been seeking to know more about natural lignocellulosic fibers (NLFs) with the purpose of replacing synthetic fibers in polymeric matrix composites used in engineering applications. Among the NLFs, the hemp fiber is worldwide used in the textile industry. Thus, this work aimed to chemically characterize hemp fabric through Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis, aiming at engineering composites application. The results showed the presence of functional groups that make up most natural fibers. In addition, the XRD analysis made it possible to calculate the material's crystallinity level, which was estimated about 63.1%, and the microfibril angle, about 8.2°. These results represent a potential mechanical strength of the material. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Composites, Characterization, Polymers |