Abstract

Nusoibah Naahidhah Rukman, Siti Zaleha Saad and Rozana Mohd Dahan*

In this study, polymer nanocomposites were prepared using various nanosized powder clay content (montmorillonite) and compatibilizers. The compatibilizers used in this research were maleic anhydride(MA). The importance of this compatibilizer was also discussed. Polypropylene(PP)/montmorillonite(MMT) were prepared by compounding process and was fabricated by using injection moulding machine. The effect of structure properties of the compatibilization of the clay dispersion and clays amount on the microstructure of the nanocomposite were investigated. Microstructural characterization of the samples was characterized by Field Emision Scanning electron microscopy (FESEM). The results of this research were expected to produce a lightweight and strong material with homogeneized microstructure and improved mechanical properties that suitable for application of aircraft interior parts or handicap products.

Polypropylene; Polymer Nanocomposite; Homogeneized Microstructure; Montmorillonite

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