Abstract
In this study, some of the important properties of experimentally manufactured wood thermoplastic polyurethane composites were determined. Specimen having 30%, 40%, 50%, and 60% wood flour were mixed with rigid polyurethane foam. Physicalproperties (density, water absorption, and thickness swelling) and thermal conductivity of wood–plasticcomposites (WPC) were investigated. Results indicated that the density of WPCs decreased by increasing wood flour content. The results also revealed that water absorption and thickness swelling of the composites increases with increasing the percentage of wood flour content. It was found thatthermalconductivity of the composites slightly increased with the increasing of wood flour content. Experimental results of thermal conductivity were compared with a theoretical model (Maxwell – Garnett model), the errors associated with the above model, with respect to experimental ones, varies between 40% to 50%.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
More From: University of Aden Journal of Natural and Applied Sciences
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.