Use of rice husk-derived silica for reinforcement of bagasse fibers for the bio-dish production

Abstract

This research aims to study the use of rice husk-derived silica for reinforcement of bagasse fibers for the bio-dish production. The parameter such as amount of silica filled in the bagasse sheet. The result showed that the introduced silica into the bagasse sheets changed their mechanical properties by increasing tear strength and elongation at break, but decreasing tensile strength. It was found that the silica did not affect the biodegradation of the sheets. When comparing between two types of silica (commercial and rice husk-derived), adding between 5-10 g, it was found that the optimized condition for the bio-dishes production was obtained with rice husk-derived silica with 5 g for the production of 7-inch bio-dish.