Synthesis of Laptop Sleeves and Panel Covers Using Areca Catechu Nut Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Polymer Composites

Abstract

Laptop users have become exceedingly prevalent during the course of the twentieth century. Many people also make changes to their system models and use cases as time goes on. Several more people are apprehensive to use their computers for extended periods of time than previously reported. As a result of this mentality, they are compelled to replace their laptop bags/cases as their models change. Many laptop sleeves and bags are constructed of plastic or other synthetic materials, which can contribute to a number of environmental problems when they are disposed of improperly. Scientists have been working on developing sustainable goods and materials to combat pollution and the depletion of limited non-biodegradable and non-renewable resources in order to combat these issues. For the purpose of addressing this essential issue, a natural and environmentally friendly material is suggested for use in the production of mobile phone cases, laptop sleeves and power bank covers. Material recommendations for this application were conducted and chopped areca nut fibre reinforced epoxy polymer composites are found to be a good alternative. Areca fibres, for example, have a slew of obvious advantages over synthetic fabrics, including the ability to breathe. When the tribological and mechanical properties of Areca fibre reinforced epoxy polymer composites were examined, researchers discovered that the fibre with a 20-volume percentage of the composite had superior properties when compared with 10 wt%, 15 wt%, 20 wt%, 25 wt% and 30 wt%. Hence, this particular type of composition is provided for the construction of the aforementioned laptop sleeves and panel covers. It offers various advantages over synthetic materials, including a decreased thickness, enhanced ease of waste transfer, and a quality that is comparable to synthetic materials.