Characterization of tool-ply friction behavior for treated jute/PLA biocomposite prepregs in thermoforming
Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing(2024)
Abstract
This paper investigates the tool-ply friction behavior of woven jute fabric reinforced poly-lactic acid (jute/PLA) biocomposite in thermoforming. A home-made pull-through friction testing device was developed to characterize the tool-ply friction behavior of the jute/PLA prepreg at elevated temperature. The effects of alkali treatment, fiber orientation, normal force and slipping velocity were studied. The results suggested a strong relationship between the tool-ply friction behavior and the woven and fiber structures. In addition, a quantitative definition of the tool-ply friction behavior was achieved by introducing the characteristic stress and friction coefficient. These findings indicated a hydrodynamic lubrication of tool-ply friction. This work provides a beneficial complement to the understanding of the thermoforming process of jute/PLA biocomposites.
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Key words
A. Biocomposite,A. Woven fabrics,B. Inter-ply friction,E. Thermoforming
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