Abstract
Renewable and biodegradable jute fiber (JF) is strategically incorporated as reinforcement in the poly (lactic acid) (PLA)/ poly (butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) matrix through melt blending. The resulting composites are comprehensively characterized to assess their mechanical properties, thermal stability, and morphological features. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) is employed to scrutinize the interfacial bonding between the jute fibers and the biopolymer blend matrix. "The impact properties of the PLA/PBAT/JF 15 % composite (PLA/PBAT reinforced with 15 % jute fiber) are compared with a commercially available car dash box. Additionally, a composite fabricated from the recycled car dash box reinforced with 15 % jute fiber is evaluated. The results indicate that the developed composite demonstrates compatibility comparable to Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) based engineering plastics." This investigation offers insights into the potential of bio-inspired jute fiber reinforcement to enhance the properties of the PLA/PBAT biopolymer blend matrix, thereby increases the scope in engineering applications other than single use application.
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