IMPACT OF STARCH ADDITIVES ON COCONUT PALM FIBRES FOR THERMAL INSULATING PANEL APPLICATIONS
- Laboratory of Study and Research in Applied Chemistry, Polytechnic School of Abomey-Calavi, University of Abomey-Calavi, Cotonou, Benin.
- BioMedical Engineering Department, University of Abomey-Calavi, Cotonou, Benin.
- Higher School for the Textile and Clothing Industries, Casablanca, Maroc.
Abstract
The demand for sustainable and efficient construction materials is driving the development of bio-based thermal insulating panels. This study explores the impact of starch additives on coconut palm fibres used in the fabrication of insulating panels. A combination of Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) was employed to analyze the thermal and structural changes induced by the starch additive. The results demonstrate that starch improves thermal stability, reduces moisture sensitivity, and enhances the degradation profile of the lignocellulosic matrix. These findings support the use of natural additives to enhance the performance and durability of biocomposite materials.
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Daniel Segla Mededji, Elie Sogbochi, Omar Cherkaoui, Latif Adeniyi Fagbemi and Dominique Codjo Koko Sohounhloue (2025); IMPACT OF STARCH ADDITIVES ON COCONUT PALM FIBRES FOR THERMAL INSULATING PANEL APPLICATIONS, International Journal of Advanced Research (IJAR), 13 (07), 448-454, ISSN 2320-5407. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21474/IJAR01/21339
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