Description:

This project will investigate the ability of low-temperature plasma to treat natural fibres, including Harakeke and linen flax. The resulting changes in fibre composite properties will be investigated and and and assessment made on the suitability for scale application

Type:

Undergraduate

Outcome:

Prerequisites

None

Specialisations

• Mechanical Engineering

Categories

• Mechanics of Materials and Manufacturing Processes

Supervisor

• Tom Allen

Team

• Olivia Gordon
• Imani Ranasinghe

Lab

CACM - Strength of Materials Lab (Newmarket 902 Lvl 3, Lab)