The stress–strain properties and tear strength of the
composites were measured on an Instron Universal Testing
Machine, model 1114 according to ASTM D412 and
ASTM D624 respectively at 500 mm/min cross-head
speed. The hardness of the composites was measured by Fig. 6. The effect of filler loading on tear strength of bamboo
fibre filled natural rubber composites with and without bonding
agent the shore type A Durometer according to ASTM 2240.
All tests were conducted at room temperature (25°C)