Research Article

Mechanical and Thermal Properties of PLA Biocomposites Reinforced by Coir Fibers

Table 1

Biocomposites compositions.

CodePLA (wt%)Coir fibers (wt%)Extrusion
Temperature profile (°C)Rotational speed (rpm)

Neat PLA1000160, 170, 180; 190; 185, 18030
1% HPCF991160, 170, 180; 190; 185, 18030
3% HPCF973160, 170, 180; 190; 185, 18030
5% HPCF955160, 170, 180; 190; 185, 18030
7% HPCF937160, 170, 180; 190; 185, 18030