A Comparative Analysis on the Mechanical Properties of Abaca, Banana, and Coir Fiber Reinforced Polymer Rebars

Proponent/s Name/s (Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial)

Marc Argiel I. Cabigting, De La Salle University Integrated School, Manila
Albert Daniel R. Oliver, De La Salle University Integrated School, Manila

Document Types

Poster Presentation

School Code

n/a

School Name

De La Salle University Integrated School, Manila

Abstract/Executive Summary

The researchers conducted a comparative analysis between abaca, banana, and coir FRP rebars to introduce more local and ecological composite materials to the construction industry. This research aims to analyze the mechanical properties of abaca, banana, and coir FRP composites and determine the appropriate chemical treatment and fiber content to yield the most optimum values for each. The values of each composite were compared to each other through bar graphs. The data collected from previous studies were limited to the mechanical properties of tensile, flexural, and impact strength and chemical treatment and fiber content parameters. The type of chemical treatment and the amount of fiber was different among the three NFRP composites. Moreover, abaca had the highest flexural strength, the banana had the highest tensile strength, and coir had the highest impact strength.

Keywords

FRP composite; natural fiber; rebars; mechanical properties; NFRP

Initial Consent for Publication

yes