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040			_aTUPM _bEnglish _cTUPM _dTUPM _erda
050			_aBTH TS 870 _bA46 2020
100			_aAlmirante, Jayvee M. _eauthor
245			_aUtilization of coconut fiber in crushed glass epoxy-resin countertop/ _cJayvee M. Almirante, John Robert A. Gonzalo, Steven Nico D. Maala, and Paul Adrian R. Magbago.--
260			_aManila: _bTechnological University of the Philippines, _c2020.
300			_aix, 62pages: _c29cm.
336			_2rdacontent
337			_2rdamedia
338			_2rdacarrier
500			_aBachelor's thesis
502			_aCollege of Industrial Technology.-- _bBachelor of technology major in civil engineering technology: _cTechnological University of the Philippines, _d2020.
504			_aIncludes bibliographic references and index.
520			_aThe Philippines, a major producer of coconut, has seen a particular focus on utilizing coconut fiber in composite materials. These natural fiber composites offer advantages such as low cost, biodegradability, and improved sustainability. This study investigates the use of coir, abundantly available in the Philippines, as a reinforcement in composite materials for various applications, including countertops. Notably, coconut coir- reinforced epoxy composites have shown promising mechanical properties comparable to traditional glass fiber-reinforced composites. The study aims to develop and evaluate the effect of combined shattered glass, coconut fiber, and epoxy resin in kitchen countertop production. Specific objectives include developing a countertop using recycled coconut fiber and crushed glass, determining the suitable mix design of raw materials, evaluating product durability and physical properties, and assessing output acceptability. This research contributes to addressing ecological concerns by utilizing waste materials and promoting sustainability. It also benefits the agricultural sector by providing additional value to coconut products and fostering innovation. Furthermore, it serves as a platform for future research in composite material development and countertop manufacturing. The study evaluates the compressive strength and water absorption properties of tested mixes composed of epoxy resin, crushed glass, and coconut fiber for countertop applications.. These findings underscore the importance of fine-tuning material compositions to achieve desired performance characteristics, particularly in mitigating water absorption for improved durability in countertop applications.
650			_aComposite materials
650			_aRecycled materials
650			_aBiodegradability
700			_aGonzalo, John Robert A. _eauthor
700			_aMaala, Steven Nico D. _eauthor
700			_aMagbago, Paul Adrian R. _eauthor
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