Assessing the mechanical properties of kenaf fiber and LDPE composites

The escalating accumulation of plastic waste is engendering severe environmental ramifications, thereby catalysing the investigation of natural fiber composites to mitigate production expenses and enhance the mechanical properties of industrial products. Natural fiber, sourced from animals, minerals, and plants, are favoured due to their brief growth cycles, renewability, and abundant availability. This study specifically investigates bast fibers, such as kenaf fiber, which can attain lengths exceeding 3 meters within a three-month period and are suitable for reinforcing highperformance biodegradable polymer composites. However, the hydrophilic nature of kenaf fibers poses