Abstract
The world of composite materials is constantly improving by the introduction of new materials with improved characteristics. In this paper, using a locally developed Vacuum Assisted Resin Transfer Moulding (VARTM) system, a composite material specimen (using a local cotton fabric laminated with vinyl ester resin KrF1001) has been developed. The mechanical properties of the developed specimen have been tested with and without reinforcement with vinyl ester resin. The results reflect that the developed composite material specimen acquired significant enhancement in mechanical properties such as tensile strength, modulus of elasticity and break elongation. The specimen is found ductile in nature.