Preparation and Characterization of Polypyrrole-Modified Henequen Fiber-Reinforced Polymethylmethacrylate Composites

Polypyrrole modified henequen conductive fibers were prepared by insitu chemical polymerization of pyrrole in presence of henequen fiber using FeCl3 as oxidant. The fibers were initially treated with alkali solution, then modified with polypyrrole and were investigated for their electrical properties, mechanical properties, ATR, SEM and XRD. The resulting material had electrical performance and mechanical properties depending on the thickness of the polypyrrole coating and treatment conditions. Polymethylmethacrylate composites having uniform dispersion of surface treated polypyrrole coated henequen fiber were prepared and characterized. Mechanical properties, thermal properties and electrical properties of polymer composites are reported.