Investigation of Mechanical Properties of a Hybrid Composite of Ramie Fiber, Coir Fiber and Silicon Carbide

This research explores the mechanical properties of a new hybrid composite comprising 30% ramie fiber, 15% coir fiber and 2% silicon carbide particles. Ramie fiber, recognized for its superior tensile strength and rigidity, and coir fiber, celebrated for its natural abundance and ability to biodegrade, are amalgamated with silicon carbide particles to augment the mechanical attributes of the composite. Various mechanical tests including tensile, flexural, impact and hardness, were conducted to characterize its behavior. The results were promising, with an average tensile strength of 66.14 MPa, flexural strength of 86.46 MPa, impact strength of 35.88 kJ/m2 and hardness of 181.8 HV, for the composite, revealing the material's potential for applications in engineering fields necessitating high levels of strength, stiffness, impact resistance and hardness. The combined reinforcement from coir fibers, ramie fibers and silicon carbide particles provides a harmonious balance between performance and sustainability. Ongoing research in this domain shows promise for advancing composite materials technology, thereby contributing to creating sustainable and high-performance materials across diverse industries.