Evaluation ofGREWIA OPTIVAFibers as Reinforcement in Polymer Biocomposites

In present communication, synthesis and characterization of Grewia Optiva fiber reinforced Phenol-Formaldehyde (PF) matrix-based polymer composites through compression molded technique have been reported. The work carried out reveals that mechanical properties of the PF resin increases to extensive extent when reinforced with Grewia Optiva fibers. Thermal (TGA/DTA/DTG) and morphological studies (SEM) of polymer composites thus synthesized have also been carried out to access the applications of polymer composite materials in daily life.