| Abstract: | This paper studied the structure and properties of highly filled polyethylene/magnesium hydroxide composite. A third additive component was introduced to alter interfacial adhesion. Scanning electronic microscopy proved that the filler particles were totally surrounded by additive material. Interfacial adhesion played an essential role in determining the fracture mechanism and, consequently, the mechanical properties of the composites. The composites with good interfacial adhesion had high tensile strength and relatively low elongation at break. Conversely, a poor interfacial adhesion led to a composite with low tensile strength and high elongation. |
