Analysis of Ficus Benghalensis Aerial Roots Fibre for Composite Application

Abstract

When compared to composite composites made entirely of synthetic components, natural fibers are more affordable and more plentiful. The goal of this work is to forecast the compressive and tensile characteristics of natural fiber-reinforced composite materials. The results were compared. The hand-lay-up procedure was utilized in this inquiry to manufacture the composite of the aerial roots of banyan trees. In accordance with ASTM D 638 guidelines, specimens for the tensile test were sliced from the manufactured laminate. Following that, the experiment is run on a universal testing machine (UTM). Tensile and compressive characteristics of the composite material were addressed based on test results. Due to its many advantages, including low cost, low density, high strength and stiffness to weight ratio, low energy consumption, low pollutant emissions, and biodegradable materials, banyan tree aerial roots are widely used in a variety of engineering applications and as a suitable alternative material.