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CHAPTER 1 - Universiti Malaysia Pahang

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1.3 Objective<br />

The objective of this research is focused on the identification of sugarcane<br />

bagasse pith or rind as potential filler in producing a composite from virgin<br />

polypropylene.<br />

1.4 Scope of Research<br />

on:<br />

To accomplish the objective of this study, the scope of this research is focuses<br />

a) Blending of bagasse (pith & rind) and virgin polypropylene through extrusion<br />

b) Preparation of test specimens by injection molding<br />

c) Study of the parameters to be tested and improved :<br />

i. Tensile Strength (Bending)<br />

ii. Elongation at Break<br />

iii. Modulus Of Elasticity (Young’s Modulus)<br />

iv. Melt Flow Index (MFI)<br />

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