The main objective of the present research is to determine the feasibility of using polypropylene (PP) waste to produce eco-friendly gypsum-based composites. Four different replacement levels of plastic waste were selected for analysis - 2.5%, 5%, 7.5% and 10% by weight of gypsum. The first stage of the experimental campaign consisted of...
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April 20, 2023 (v1)PublicationUploaded on: April 29, 2023
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April 20, 2023 (v1)Publication
The influence of waste cellulose acetate (CA) fibres in the physico-mechanical (i.e. density, surface hardness - Shore C, flexural and compressive strength) and thermal properties (i.e. thermal conductivity coefficient) of gypsum-based composites was evaluated in this study. Furthermore, complementary stereomicroscopy and scanning electron...
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June 6, 2023 (v1)Publication
In the present research, nylon fibres, sourced from end-of-life fishing nets, are used as substitute of commercially available counterparts to produce eco-friendly reinforced-gypsum composites. The influence of two nylon fibre lengths, PA6/I and PA6/II, on physico-mechanical performance (i.e. density, surface hardness-Shore C, flexural and...
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October 10, 2024 (v1)Publication
The substantial volume of polypropylene fabric waste generated because of its use in protective elements in hospital environments calls for the exploration of environmentally friendly solutions. This study characterises the acoustic absorption coefficient of surgical mask waste (polypropylene) to be used as absorbent layers in acoustic...
Uploaded on: October 11, 2024