ISSN:
0021-8995
Keywords:
Chemistry
;
Polymer and Materials Science
Source:
Wiley InterScience Backfile Collection 1832-2000
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
,
Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Production Engineering, Mining and Metallurgy, Traffic Engineering, Precision Mechanics
,
Physics
Notes:
A study of morphology, physical, and mechanical properties of henequen (Agave fourcroydes) fibers have been performed in this article. It has been concluded that properties of the fibers are more uniform in their middle section. As other natural hard fibers, henequen has a relative high tenacity, low elongation at break and a low modulus. These properties suggest that the fiber could be used as reinforcing agent in composite materials.
Additional Material:
9 Ill.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/app.1991.070430412
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