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@article{179888,
        author = {Shaijal K and P Chokkalingam},
        title = {INVESTIGATION ON THE INFLUENCE OF ALUMINA TRIHYDRATE ADDITIVE ON THE MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF BANANA FIBRE REINFORCED POLYESTER COMPOSITE},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {12},
        pages = {8618-8621},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=179888},
        abstract = {Incorporating alumina trihydrate (ATH) as 
an additive into banana fibre reinforced polyester 
composites enhances both flame retardancy and 
mechanical integrity. Varying concentrations of ATH 
were blended into the matrix, and the resulting 
composites were tested for tensile strength, flexural 
strength, and impact resistance. Optimal ATH loading 
improved mechanical performance while also 
increasing thermal stability. The natural banana fibres 
contributed to weight reduction and sustainability, 
while ATH acted as an effective flame retardant. The 
synergistic effect between ATH and the fibre-polyester 
matrix suggests strong potential for developing eco
friendly composites for structural and automotive 
applications.},
        keywords = {Banana fibre, Alumina trihydrate,  Polyester composite, Mechanical properties, Flame  resistance, Bio-composite, Sustainable materials, Fibre  reinforcement.},
        month = {May},
        }