Synthesis of Groundnut Shell/Rice Husk Hybrid Composite–A Review

Abstract

In this new era natural fiber composite is being manufactured for economic purpose. The natural fiber hybrid composite is beneficial to the environment as it balances the ecosystem. It is not harmful to the environment and is biodegradable. Various types of natural fibers are used to make composites as they are easily available and their cost is low. Mostly rice husk and groundnut shell are used to make the composite because they are easily achievable and have good properties. Other natural fibers like jute and cotton also have good properties. The rice husk and groundnut shell are used to make acoustical board as it has good sound absorption property. Jute and cotton are used to enhance the mechanical property of composite board. Various properties of natural fiber hybrid composites are enhanced by the amalgamations of natural fiber and resin such as mechanical property, acoustic property and water absorption property. This paper reviews on synthesis of groundnut shell/rice husk hybrid composite. Further the paper also summarizes the past research work done and the different type of combination of reinforcement used. Different techniques for testing of the reinforced composite is also discussed.