ABSTRACT

The present study aimed to investigate the physico-chemical properties of new cellulosic fiber obtained from the bark of Melia Azedarach tree. The investigation outcomes revealed that, the cellulose content, crystallinity index and density of Melia Azedarach Fiber (MAF) were determined as 66.5 wt.%, 45.45% and 950 Kg/m³, respectively. The MAF had thermal stability up to 220^θC which is evidenced from the thermo gravimetric analysis. The Fourier Transform Infra Red test clearly specified the existence of cellulosic and non-cellulosic substance in MAF. The morphological analysis showed that MAF contains smooth surfaces and its diameter is measured as 48.2 ± 2 µm. The results of this investigation on MAF were evident that it can be used as future reinforcement material to develop the green composite for potential applications.

摘要

本研究旨在研究从苦楝树树皮中获得的新型纤维素纤维的理化性质。调查结果表明，楝树纤维（MAF）的纤维素含量、结晶度指数和密度分别为66.5 wt.%、45.45%和950 Kg/m ³。MAF 具有高达 220 ^{θ的热稳定性}C 由热重分析证明。傅里叶变换红外测试清楚地说明了 MAF 中纤维素和非纤维素物质的存在。形态分析表明，MAF 包含光滑的表面，其直径测量为 48.2 ± 2 µm。这项对 MAF 的研究结果表明，它可以用作未来的增强材料，以开发具有潜在应用的绿色复合材料。