Mechanical and thermal insulation properties of surface-modified Agave Americana/carbon fibre hybrid reinforced epoxy composites

Abstract In this present scenario, most materials and manufacturing processes were affected by the environment. Due to this reason industries need eco-friendly materials and manufacturing processes. The present experimental studies are thermal and automated conduct of hybrid natural fiber-strengthened aggregates. 7.5 wt% and 10 wt% alkali-treated Agave Americana fibres are used. A small amount of carbon fiber is added to the purpose of hybridization. The hybrid composites are fabricated by means of a Compression casting device. After that, by means of Universal testing machine (UTM), the experiment is performed to discover the flexural strength and Tensile strength respectively. The TGA, DTA, and thermal conductivity (thermal insulation) of the composites were analyzed. The results are compared between 7.5% and 10% alkali-treated Agave Americana fiber-reinforced composite. In order to save energy by reducing the rate of heat transfer for industrial applications, insulation materials, building and automotive industry, it is presumed that Agave Americana fiber treatments will aid the improvement of synthetic fibre reinforced sandwich polymer composites.