抄録
Effect of sucrose removal treatment on the mechanical properties and process ability of natural fiber composites was investigated. Bagasse, which is by-products in sugar mill was used as a natural fiber with polypropylene. The bagasse was washed by warm water and provided to mixture the matrix, and fabricated with a press forming. As a result, sucrose was found to be 4% in the original bagasse. The remained sucrose caused the bagasse carbonization and un-dissolved tar component on the mold in the press forming above 190°C. After removal of the sucrose, both the carbonization and the tar was dramatically reduced. The relationship between water treatment and the remained sucrose was also revealed.
