عنوان المقالة:Preparation and Characterization of Black Seed/Cassava Bagasse Fiber-Reinforced Cornstarch-Based Hybrid Composites Preparation and Characterization of Black Seed/Cassava Bagasse Fiber-Reinforced Cornstarch-Based Hybrid Composites
Walid Abotbina 1, S. M. Sapuan 1,*, R. A. Ilyas 2,3,4, M. T. H. Sultan 5 and M. F. M. Alkbir 6,7
Abstract
Great advances have been made in the preparation of bioplastics and crude oil replacements
to create a better and more sustainable and eco-friendly future for all. Here, we used cassava
bagasse fibers at different ratios as reinforcement material to enhance the properties of black seed
w-cornstarch films using the facile solution casting technique. The reinforced films showed compact
and relatively smoother structures without porosity. The crystallinity values increased from 34.6 ±
1.6% of the control to 38.8 ± 2.1% in sample CS-BS/CB 9%, which reflects the mechanical properties
of the composite. A gradual increase in tensile strength and elastic modulus was observed, with an
increase in loading amounts of 14.07 to 18.22 MPa and 83.65 to 118.32 MPa for the tensile strength
and elastic modulus, respectively. The composite film also exhibited faster biodegradation in the
soil burial test, in addition to lower water absorption capacity. Using bio-based reinforcement material
could significantly enhance the properties of bio-based packaging materials. The prepared
hybrid composite could have a promising potential in food packaging applications as a safe alternative
for conventional packaging.
وليد عبدالحميد محمد أبوتبينة | WALID A M ABOTBINA | 2544