Influence of Layering Pattern, Fibre Architecture, and Alkalization on Physical, Mechanical, and Morphological Behaviour of Banana Fibre Epoxy Composites

Table 1

The physical, mechanical, and chemical properties of bananas [3, 12].

Width or diameter (μm)	Density (kg/m^3)	Microfibrillar angle (degree)	Initial modulus (GPa)	Tensile strength (MPa)	Cell L/D ratio	Elongation (%)
10–450	1350		7.2–20.0	54-754	150	10.35
Constituents	Cellulose	Hemicellulose	Lignin	Pectin	Ash	Extractive
Contribution from 100%	60-65	6-19	5-10	3-5	1-3	3-6