• Mohammad Shadab
• Ankit Asthana
• Abdullah Naseem
• Mohd Tabrez
• Zameer Ahmad

This analysis deals with the preparation of composites materials made from epoxy resin (Di glycidyl ether of Bisphenol-A/LY554/6) and hardener (Triethylenetetramine/HY951) reinforced with graphite powder (90% graphite+10%lead) and sugarcane bagasse. The objective is to determine the impact strength, tensile strength, and flexural strength of the composite material fabricated. Epoxy resin LY 554/6 and Hardener HY951 were used as the matrix material in a weight ratio of 10:1. The utilization of natural fibers, such as sugarcane bagasse, as reinforcement in polymer composites has gained substantial attention due to their recyclable nature and potential as alternatives to synthetic fibers. The traditional hand-lay-up method was used to fabricate the composite samples. The findings of this study contribute to the growing body of knowledge on natural fiber reinforcement in polymer composites. The results provide valuable insights for material to scientists, engineers, and manufacturers, enabling them to make informed decisions regarding the use of natural fibers and epoxy resin in composite materials. These composites can be utilized as an optional material for existing plastic materials and can be used as a replacement of wood.

Polymer matrix, Sugarcane bagasse, Graphite powder, Epoxy, Impact strength, Tensile strength, Flexural strength.

"Analysis of mechanical behavior of sugarcane bagasse/epoxy and graphite powder/epoxy composite", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 5, page no.k147-k156, May-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2305A19.pdf

"Analysis of mechanical behavior of sugarcane bagasse/epoxy and graphite powder/epoxy composite", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 5, page no. ppk147-k156, May-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2305A19.pdf