Publications by authors named "Miguel Angel Leon-Cabezas"
Polymers (Basel)
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how adding bagasse fibres from beer production affects the mechanical, thermal, and flow properties of three plastics: BioPE, PLA, and PP, aiming to create eco-friendly biocomposites for injection molding.
- Bagasse fibres were added in varying amounts (10%, 20%, and 30%) to the polymers and then tested for properties like strength, impact resistance, and hardness, using methods like tensile tests and scanning electron microscopy for detailed analysis.
- The results showed that higher bagasse content increased rigidity in BioPE and PP, but reduced flexibility and impact resistance, while PLA composites became more ductile with added bagasse, highlighting the varying effects of compatibilization in different formulations.*
