Research Article

Physical, Mechanical, and Thermal Properties and Characterization of Natural Fiber Composites Reinforced Poly(Lactic Acid): Miswak (Salvadora Persica L.) Fibers

Table 8

Storage modulus, loss modulus, and tan of PLA/MF composites.

CompositesStorage modulus (MPa)Peak height of tan curveTg (°C) from tan curveTg (°C) from loss modulus curve
30 °C100 °C

PLA20344.351.86660
MF101901302.931.36356
MF201835260.081.16357
MF302062236.320.66558