Optimization of processing parameters and fiber content of cocoa pod husk fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polyurethane composites by Taguchi method

A composite of cocoa (Theobroma cacao) pod husk (CPH) fiber reinforced themoplastic polyurethane (TPU) was prepared by melt-blending method followed by compression moulding. Specimens were cut from the sheets that were prepared by compression moulding. The criteria of optimization was testing the sp...

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Main Authors: El-Shekeil, Yousuf Ali Gumaan, Salit, Mohd Sapuan, Haron, M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Trans Tech Publications 2014
Online Access:http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/34783/1/Optimization%20of%20processing%20parameters%20and%20fiber%20content%20of%20cocoa%20pod%20husk%20fiber-reinforced%20thermoplastic%20polyurethane%20composites%20by%20Taguchi%20method.pdf