Morphological, physical, and chemical characterization of coconut residues in Ecuador

ABSTRACT: In agricultural countries, Agro-industrial residues are better treated with a circular production logic. This article analyzes the morphological, physical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical characteristics of the coconut fiber and endocarp in Portoviejo and Rocafuerte Cities, Ecuador, to establish a baseline of knowledge that can help to incorporate coconut residues into a matrix of a new material. Interviews were conducted to coconut producers in Portoviejo and Rocafuerte and a random sample of the residues was collected from these locations. Analyses were performed using the SEM, TGA and FRX tests. Concerning the fiber, it was observed a tubular morphology with concentric microfibrils, specific weight 0.69 g/cm3, tensile strength 228 MPa, modulus of elasticity 3.03 GPa, thermal behavior

SUBMITTER: San Andres G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10477486 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature