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Saudi Journal of Engineering and Technology (SJEAT)
Volume-3 | Issue-08 | 558-567
Original Research Article
Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Alumina Reinforced Eposand Composites
Obuka Nnaemeka SP, Ozioko Emeka R
Published : Aug. 30, 2018
DOI : 10.21276/sjeat.2018.3.8.8
Abstract
This paper investigates the mechanical properties of an aluminium oxide reinforced Eposand composites. The matrix a brand of epoxy was obtained from Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) and reinforced with particulates of alumina in micro-scale. The resin and hardener were mixed and compounded in the ratio of 2:1 and through the application of centrifugal force was thoroughly compounded with the fillers. Two main mechanical tests of tensile and compression where carried out to obtain tensile, compressive, and yield strength of the composites. Four samples of 10%, 20%, 30%, and 40% by weight of alumina with five replications each were prepared and subjected the tests in accordance with ASTM D3039 and ASTM D3401M for tensile and compressive tests respectively. Maximum compressive strength of 133.3 MPa was recorded for 30% of filler, while maximum tensile strength of 7.9 MPa was obtained 10% of filler. An optimal yield strength of 3.4 MPa was recorded at 20% weight of filler. The analysis showed that the compressive strength increases with increase in percentage weight of alumina.
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