Effect of partial replacement of silica with surface-treated and silver-grafted coir fiber on the physico-mechanical properties of coir fiber-reinforced rubber composites

Jayakodi A. K, Chandi Yalegama, Nandana Fernando, Upeka K. Samarakoon, Coconut Processing Research Division, Coconut Research Institute, Sri Lanka, Department of Nano Science Technology, Faculty of Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka

Journal of Elastomers & Plastics

Published online on February 11, 2026

Abstract

Journal of Elastomers & Plastics, Volume 58, Issue 4, Page 724-745, June 2026.
Coir fiber (CF) used as a filler in rubber composites (RC) offers a distinct set of properties that can enhance composite performance. This study investigates the improvement of rubber composite properties achieved by partially replacing silica with ...