Date of Completion
2025
Document Type
Research Project
Degree Name
Grade 12
Keywords
Cogon Grass, Corn Husk, Paper
Abstract
This study evaluated the potential of Imperata cylindrica (cogon grass) and Zea mays (corn husk) as alternative sources for papermaking, addressing the growing number of environmental impacts caused by traditional paper production. This research investigated the tensile strength and grammage of handmade paper produced from different ratios of Imperata cylindrica and corn husk through experimental methods, including chemical pulping, manual sheet forming, pressing, and standardized testing of paper properties at the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). The results have shown that Treatment 1 (100% Imperata cylindrica) yielded the highest strength out of the five treatments, while Treatment 4 (75% corn husk, 25% cogon grass) exhibited the highest grammage. Statistical analysis revealed no significant difference in tensile strength across all treatments, though all treatments differed significantly from commercial-grade paper. Findings suggest that Imperata cylindrica alone has strong papermaking potential, while corn husk benefits from the addition of another variable. This research may contribute to sustainable papermaking practices, offering an environmentally friendly alternative to wood-based methods. Further studies should explore other methodologies and additional material combinations.
First Advisor
Ramgie M. Bartolata, LPT
APA Citation
Austria, R. A.,
Balanon, Z. S.,
Mendoza, J. F.,
Ong, C. N.,
&
Urquico, J. M.
(2025).
Evaluating the mechanical strength of cogon grass (Imperata cylindrica) and corn husk (Zea mays) as an alternative source of paper.
Grade_12.
Retrieved from https://greenprints.dlshsi.edu.ph/grade_12/680