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Design and Performance Analysis of Sustainable Hybrid Composites for Impact Absorption and Lightweight Applications.

  1. P Sreenivas Department of Mechanical Engineering, KSRM College of Engineering, Kadapa
  2. Ashwin Sailesh Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sri Sairam Institute of Technology, Chennai
  3. K Ch Sekhar Department of Mechanical Engineering, Lendi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jonnada
  4. Sarange Shreepad Marotrao Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ajeenkya D Y Patil School of Engineering, Pune
  5. Anil Kumar Thandlam Department of Petroleum Technology, Aditya University, Surampalem
  6. P. Arthi Devarani Department of Electronics and communication Engineering, RMK College of Engineering and Technology, Thiruvallur
  7. Vanitha V Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Aarupadai Veedu Institute of Technology, Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation (Deemed to be University), Chennai
  8. G.S.V. Seshu Kumar Department of Mechanical Engineering, SRKR Engineering College, Bhimavaram
  9. R. Manikandan Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Panimalar Engineering College, Chennai

Abstract

This study explores the mechanical and structural properties of a novel hybrid composite composed of recycled tyre rubber, ceramics, and wood. The investigation focuses on key parameters, including energy absorption, compressive and tensile strength, and density, to evaluate the composite's suitability for diverse applications. The impact energy absorption test revealed that Sample A, comprising 50% rubber, 25% ceramic, and 25% wood, exhibited the highest energy absorption capability, with an average of 68 J. This superior performance is attributed to the inherent elasticity of rubber,which effectively dissipates impact forces.In compressive strength tests, Sample B (30% rubber, 50% ceramic, 20% wood) demonstrated the highest resistance,achieving a compressive strength of 72 MPa. The significant contribution of ceramic to structural rigidity underpins this result, making it ideal for load-bearing applications. Tensile strength analysis identified Sample C (40% rubber, 30% ceramic, 30% wood) as the optimal performer, with a tensile strength of 35 MPa. This composition balances flexibility and strength, leveraging rubber's elasticity and ceramic's durability Density analysis highlighted Sample D (30% rubber, 20% ceramic, 50% wood) as the lightest composition, with a density of 0.89 g/cm³, making it suitable for lightweight applications. These findings suggest the composite's potential for automotive, construction, and protective gear applications, offering a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to conventional materials while maintaining robust mechanical properties.

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