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March 19, 2026Journal of Composite Materials

Development of sustainable PLA bio-composites reinforced with Azolla pinnata via solvent casting method

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SBSakthivel BaskaranRRRaj Mohan Radhakrishnan

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Overview

Demonstrates improved mechanical properties in PLA bio-composites using Azolla pinnata, suggesting an eco-friendly material alternative.

Key Points

  • The research aims to enhance the performance of polylactic acid (PLA) through the incorporation of Azolla pinnata as a bio-filler.
  • Composites were fabricated using a solvent-casting method followed by compression moulding.
  • Mechanical properties were evaluated through tensile testing.
  • Morphological and structural characteristics were analyzed using SEM and FTIR.
  • Density, water absorption, and thermal stability assessments were performed using TGA.
  • 20 wt% AZP composites showed a 20% increase in tensile strength and 24% increase in stiffness.
  • Thermal analysis indicated a decrease in T onset from 335°C to 282°C with higher filler content.
  • Moisture uptake in composites increased from 0.1% to 3.5%.

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Baskaran et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69bb92ae496e729e629801f0https://doi.org/10.1177/00219983261435285
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