Industrial Product Design of an Abaca and Bio-polymer Composite Application

Material science has become increasingly important in recent years, driving the de-velopment of new materials for green and sustainable design, and promoting circular economy principles. These innovative materials, composed of a natural fiber reinforcement sourced from renewable origins and a polymer matrix, exhibit promising properties, enhancing competitiveness while mitigating pollution associated with traditional materials. Creating a composite material combining abaca and a bio-based polymer matrix offers a sustainable alternative to non-recyclable petroleum-based polymers, thereby reducing environmental impact. Bio-Polyethylene reinforced with abaca holds significant potential for various applications across automotive, construction, and sports industries. This study focuses on designing an industrial product tailored to the charac-teristics of this composite material. Through comprehensive characterization, including mechani-cal property assessments and simulation-based evaluations, the feasibility of integrating the mate-rial into industrial applications, exemplified by a stackable plastic drawer, is demonstrated. The results highlight the viability of using the composite material to develop sustainable industrial products. Keywords: Bio-Polyethylene, Abaca, Product design, Mechanical properties, 3D Simulation