Polymers and Polymer Composites

RUBBER WOOD FIBRE BASED FLEXIBLE COMPOSITES: THEIR PREPARATION, PHYSICAL STRENGTH REINFORCING AND STAB RESISTANCE BEHAVIOUR

April 1, 2014 By: Yong K C Research article

Title: RUBBER WOOD FIBRE BASED FLEXIBLE COMPOSITES: THEIR PREPARATION, PHYSICAL STRENGTH REINFORCING AND STAB RESISTANCE BEHAVIOUR
Page Range: p.375-380
Author(s): Yong K C
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Journal: Polymers and Polymer Composites
Issue Year: ppc
Volume: 22
Issue No: No. 4

Abstract
Novel flexible laminated composites based on rubber compounds and rubber (Hevea brasiliensis) wood fibres were successfully produced by using a carboxylated nitrile latex based adhesive system. All these laminated composites exhibited good reinforcing behaviour and strong elastomeric features. They also had a medium level of stab resistance strength, particularly for the ‘edged blade’ protection class according to the standard issued by the United States – National Institute of Justice. Hence, this type of laminated composite could potentially be targeted for anti-stab body armour applications. 21 Refs.


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