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48 articles for “polyethylene”
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An Analysis of the Mechanical Properties of Polyethylene Composites Reinforced with Short Vetiver Fibers
Abstract: Synthetic fibers (such as carbon, glass, ceramic fibers, etc.) are a cause of environmental concern, so natural fibers (such as vetiver, calotropis gigantea, flax, hemp, jute, etc.) are extensively used. In this study, the compression molding process was used to improve low-density polyethylene (LDPE) matrix composites reinforced with vetiver fiber (VF). Experiments were conducted by varying VF length, VF content, and fiber treatment time. The composites' static mechanical characteristics, including …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Effect of Coupling Agent on Organoclay Dispersion in Polyethylene/Organoclay Nanocomposites for Packaging Industry
Abstract: Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) is one of the most widely used polymers in various fields, but due to the hydrophobic nature of LDPE, it is hard to prepare an LDPE/clay nanocomposite. In this article, an LDPE/organoclay nanocomposite, which can be used in the packaging industry, was prepared by melt-blending organoclay with a polymer matrix (LDPE) and compatibilizer, low molecular weight oxidized polyethylene. The influences of organoclay, and compatibilizer during melt mixing …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Microbial and Enzymatic Degradation of Polyethylene: Molecular Mechanisms, Omics Approaches, and Biotechnological Applications
Abstract: Abstract: Polyethylene (PE), a commonly used synthetic polymer, is highly resistant to natural breakdown, leading to serious environmental and ecological issues such as soil and marine pollution, the formation of microplastics, and risks to wildlife and human health. Recent efforts have focused on using microbial and enzymatic processes to handle polyethylene waste. Microorganisms such as bacteria (Pseudomonas, Bacillus), fungi (Aspergillus, Penicillium), and algae produce enzymes like laccases, peroxidases, oxygenases, and …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Rheological Study of Waste Polyethylene Terephthalate with Bitumen Mix in Pavement Construction
Abstract: Plastic bags which are composed of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is commonly used as for soft drink, water bottles and many other applications. However, disposal of this waste PET in large quantities constitutes an environmental problem, as it is considered as non-biodegradable materials. This study investigated rheological study of waste PET to be mixed with bitumen use as a raw material for pavement construction. The effect of temperature was varied from …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 36–48 Read article
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Design of Novel Flexible Antenna Covering with Polyethylene Substrate
Abstract: In this article, novel flexible antenna is simulated under CST Software 2019. The new thing introduce in this research is that after designing flexible antenna on textile substrate, polyethylene substrate is used to cover the front of the flexible antenna. Is this done because when we wear flexible antenna at raining season then it gets wet which change all the properties and Charactertics of flexible antenna. Also, the dielectric constant …
Published in International Journal of Telecommunications & Emerging Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 25–33 Read article
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Physico-mechanical, and Biodegradation Properties of Polyethylene/Food Polysaccharide Blends
Abstract: Hydrophilic/polar and hydrophobic/non-polar materials do not blend well, which causes issues in the production of biodegradable plastic. Plasticizer (glycerol) was one of the components added to the mixture to increase compatibility between the two materials; this also made the film less brittle. The purpose of this study is to look at how different food polysaccharide contents affect the physico-mechanical, and biodegradation characteristics of novel polymeric-based bio-composite films made from low-density …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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A review - Inhancing the Performance of Self-Curing Concrete Using Polyethylene Glycol as an Internal Curing Agent
Abstract: Abstract—This study examines the use of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG-400) as an internal curing agent in concrete, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional water-curing methods. The research addresses the challenge of water scarcity in the construction industry by introducing a self-curing system capable of retaining internal moisture to support prolonged cement hydration. PEG-400, a water-soluble polymer, was added to concrete mixes at different dosages to assess its influence on hydration, shrinkage …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Investigations into the Features and Attributes of Low-Density Polyethylene/Thermoplastic Sago Starch Composites
Abstract: Low-density polyethylene, the material used to make most plastic shopping bags, has a considerable negative impact on the environment. It is enough intriguing for a substance to decay, develop for whatever reason (hydrolysis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, etc.), and be exposed to the elements. Sodium trimetaphosphate was used in this experiment to treat sago starch. Using additives (glycerol/urea, 1% benzophenone, and epolene wax) in the same amount of starch, sago starch was …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 10–23 Read article
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Improvement of mechanical properties of recycled polyethylene with utilization of bio-filler
Abstract: Nowadays, the consumption of plastics all over the world has been tremendously growing, which is culminating into large amount of waste plastic material. It is believed that the management of solid waste is one of the major environmental concerns in the world. Due to limited space on landfills and increasing costs of plastics, utilization of waste plastics has become an attractive alternative for disposal. This research work describes the preparation …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 18–26 Read article
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Potato Starch-Based Polyethylene Composite: Fabrication and Evaluation
Abstract: This study's objective was to create and evaluate a biodegradable polymer composite consisting of potato starch (PS) and low-density polyethylene (LDPE). The effects of changing the PS content (10– 40 wt%) on the mechanical (elongation at break and tensile modulus), thermal (heat conductivity), and biodegradability characteristics of the polymer composite were examined. Next, it was examined how the cross-linking agent influenced the polymer composite's mechanical and thermal properties. The melt …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 32–44 Read article
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Self-Curing of Concrete Incorporated with Polyethylene Glycol
Abstract: Concrete is a combined mixture of cement, aggregates and water with or without suitable admixtures. Curing is the process of sustaining the proper moisture content to stimulate optimum cement hydration immediately after placement and to achieve desirable strength and other properties. In conventional curing of concrete, this is achieved by external supply of water after mixing, placing and finishing of concrete. In practice, the conventional type of curing is very …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 35–48 Read article
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A Review on Processing of Waste PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Plastics
Abstract: Solid waste is essentially waste produced in our homes, businesses and industrial sources. Globally waste production is growing in volume and in toxicity. Plastic waste is a nature threat that is of great concern to the researches to refuse and reuse. The man-made systems emphasize the economic value of materials and energy where production and consumption are the extensive economic actions. Such systems are a threat to the environment as …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 Read article
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Flexural Properties of Vetiver Fiber Reinforced Polyethylene Composite are Affected by Processing Parameters
Abstract: Fiber reinforced polymer composites have long been influential in a variety of applications due to their great particular strength and modulus. Vetiver fiber (VF)/thermoplastic composites are an alternative material for solving the environmental pollution problem related to synthetic polymers. The benefits of natural fibers (such as coir, jute, vetiver, calotropis gigantea, flax, hemp, kenaf, etc.) over traditional reinforcing fibers (glass and carbon fiber) are their easy obtainability, renewability, non-corrosive nature, …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Potato Starch-Based Composites for Industrial Application
Abstract: Plastic has become an essential element in our daily life. Plastics derived from polyolefins such as polyethylene are currently used in plastic film for food wrapping, garbage bags, mulching, compost bags, and many more. These plastics are typically inactive and resistant to microbial attack and hence they remain in nature for a long time without any deformation and has a harmful effect on atmosphere. Biodegradable plastics can help solve this …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Production and Evaluation of Composites Made from Waste Material and Recycled Poly(Ethylene Terephthalate)
Abstract: A significant ecological concern that third-world countries are currently facing is the economically viable use of lignocellulose waste. In addition to reducing the cost of the composite, cellulosic fiber composites created from industrial waste would enable the efficient use of a waste material that is presently disposed of or burned. Recycled poly (ethylene terephthalate) was used in this work as a major phase (matrix) and industrial waste material was used …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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In Vitro Culture and Water Stress Tolerance Assessment in Banana (Musa Paradisiaca L.)
Abstract: This study investigates the in vitro culture and water stress tolerance of Musa paradisiaca L. (Banana) using a systematic approach to explant preparation, sterilization, media preparation, and stress induction. Banana explants were sourced locally and treated to ensure aseptic conditions. Murashige and Skoog (MS) medium, enriched with essential nutrients, vitamins, and plant growth hormones (IAA and BAP), served as the base for culturing. The study applied Polyethylene Glycol (PEG-6000) as …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 42–53 Read article
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A Brief Discussion on Plastic Wastes Sortation Procedures
Abstract: Recycling plastic is the procedure of retrieving waste plastic products and reprocessing the material into similar or sometimes completely different form of products. As an example, melting down soft drink bottles, boxes and then casting them as plastic chairs and tables. According to the ImpEE project of University of Cambridge, 3 million tonnes of waste plastic were produced a year (2005) in UK and among those 21.3% are produced from …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Investigation of the Compatibility of Binary and Ternary Polymer Systems
Abstract: We have obtained mechanical strength of materials as a result not by synthesizing new polymers, but by using industrial polymers. We have developed a technology for obtaining new composite materials based on industrial multi-tonnage polymers of high-strength polyethylene (HSPE), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyurethane thermoplastic elastomer (DUTEP), butyl rubber (BR), chlorocarboxylate polyethylene (CCPE), ethylene propylene rubber (EPR). To obtain a composition from these polymers, their mixture compatibility was first determined using …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 44–56 Read article
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Experimental Study on Synthesis of Shear Thickening Fluid
Abstract: A novel class of nanosuspension material called shear thickening fluids (STFs) are created by dispersing micro- and nanoparticles in a dispersant. It is an intelligent material with excellent performance. When a modest shear rate is used, STFs are easily distorted. A material with noticeably improved characteristics is produced by this mixture (STF) of flowable and rigid components at a certain composition. Silica nanoparticles dispersed in a liquid polymer solution were …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Thermal, Mechanical, Morphological and Rheological Behavior of HDPE and Algae Based Polysaccharide Blend
Abstract: The use of renewable resource based materials as filler for thermoplastic polymers showed wide scope in agriculture, textile and commodity applications due to low cost and high mechanical properties. In this work marine red algae based polysaccharide was used as a filler material for high density polyethylene (HDPE). The polysaccharide extracted from marine based red algae is a byproduct of algae to oil extraction process. The blends were prepared using …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 35–44 Read article