Microstructural evolution and hardness properties of coir-coconut husk powder reinforced polymer composites subjected to an acidic environment

In this study, coir-coconut husk powder reinforced polymer composite (CCHPRC) prepared by the simultaneous application of heat and pressure, was subjected to an acidic environment and its morphological and hardness properties were investigated. Four test conditions were selected to elucidate the short-term effect of the exposure of the composites to an acidic environment which was achieved by simulating an acidic condition of Sulfuric Acid...