Performance Evaluation of the Integration of Periwinkle Shell, Cashew Nut Dust, and Resin for Manufacture of Brake Pad Formulations Excluding Asbestos

Abstract

This research investigates the properties and performance of the integration of periwinkle shell, cashew nut dust, and resin for manufacture of brake pad formulations excluding asbestos using standard techniques. Taguchi technique was used to arrive at 64% Tympanotonus fuscatus, cashew nut dust and resin 36% as the optimal formulation, with the corresponding manufacturing parameters as; (molding pressure 41 Kpa, molding temperature 150°C, curing time 10 minutes, and heat treatment time one hour (1hr). Findings reveal consistent friction coefficients, minimal wear rates, excellent thermal stability, and negligible environmental impact, positioning the asbestos-free brake pads as viable alternatives to conventional asbestos-containing formulations. The importance of transitioning to asbestos-free brake pads for safety and environmental reasons is emphasized, underscoring the need to mitigate health risks associated with asbestos exposure and reduce environmental pollution. Furthermore, the study highlights the potential of periwinkle shell, cashew nut dust, and resin as sustainable alternatives in brake pad manufacturing, offering opportunities to innovate and enhance automotive safety and environmental sustainability. By pushing for the use of asbestos-free brake pads and encouraging ethical production procedures in the automobile sector, this research advances safer and more environmentally friendly braking systems.