TITLE:
Physico-Chemical and Thermal Characterization of a Lignocellulosic Fiber, Extracted from the Bast of Cola lepidota Stem
AUTHORS:
Ndoumou Belinga Rémy Legrand, Meva’a Lucien, Ouagne Pierre, Betene Ebanda Fabien, Noah Pierre Marcel, Atangana Ateba Jean
KEYWORDS:
Cola lepidota Fiber, Thermal Stability, Physico-Chemical Characteristics, FTIR-ATR, Liber, Stem
JOURNAL NAME:
Journal of Minerals and Materials Characterization and Engineering,
Vol.8 No.5,
August
19,
2020
ABSTRACT: In this research work, fiber extracted from the bark of Cola lepidota (CL) plant, grown in the flora of Southern
part of Cameroon, was investigated for composites reinforcement. The
investigation was carried via evaluation of water
absorption capacity, moisture content, real density, porosity, chemical
composition, chemical structure and thermal behaviour. It was discovered that
the new fiber has relatively low moisture content and water absorption capacity
similar to those of other investigated natural fibers such as flax, sisal,
coconut, hemp and jute. Its porosity was found appropriate for composite
production and the fiber was found to be thermally stable up to 230°C, with
maximum degradation temperature of 325°C. The main constituents of the fibre
include cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin. In conclusion, based on the
properties investigated, this fiber is considered suitable for composite
manufacture.