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53 articles for “waste plastic”
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Environmental Impact of Waste Plastics and the Use of Waste Plastic-Derived Oil in Diesel Engines: A Literature Review
Abstract: Abstract Plastic pollution has become a major global environmental issue, affecting land, water, and living organisms. This review summarizes current research on how waste plastics enter the environment, how they move and break down, and the effects they create in ecosystems and on human health. Special attention is given to the growing problem of microplastics, which continue to accumulate in soil, freshwater bodies, and oceans. The review also discusses recent …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Utilization of Plastic Waste in Pavement Block by Partially Replacement of Fine Aggregate
Abstract: The rapid expansion of urban areas and industrial activities has resulted in a considerable rise in production of plastic waste. This presents a significant ecological issue because of the restricted biodegradability of plastics. The possible approach is to investigate the incorporation of plastic waste in building construction materials. This research investigates the theoretical application of waste plastic in pavement blocks as a partial substitute for fine aggregate. The emphasis is …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Influence of Waste Plastic Dosage on Bituminous Concrete Mix Design Properties
Abstract: Nowadays there is a lot of focus and concern regarding handling waste plastics in order to minimize pollution caused by it to the environment, human life and marine species. Hence to mitigate these problem waste plastics are currently used in the construction of flexible pavements. In the current practices, waste plastics are added to the preheated aggregate which may have a slight improvement in the volumetric property of bituminous mixtures. …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Manufacturing of Composite Material Using Sugarcane Bagasse and Waste Plastic for Household Warm Protection
Abstract: On this cutting edge age the composite materials are gotten the essential material for any building creation since composite materials have a few explicit properties, for example, high solidarity to weight proportion, ease, and simplicity of manufacture, elasticity, compressive quality, Impact quality, high protection from warm which doesn't understand in unadulterated material or non-composite material. of its immense application, a Mechanical Engineer should realize how to create and testicle a …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 40–43 Read article
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Review On Eco-Brick: A Sustainable Solution for Plastic Waste
Abstract: Abstract - Traditional waste management methods like incineration and landfilling are no longer sustainable solutions because they result in greenhouse gas emissions, toxic gas release, soil degradation, and groundwater contamination. As a result, innovative and environmentally responsible alternatives are desperately needed. The rapid accumulation of non-biodegradable plastic waste has become a critical global environmental issue due to its long-lasting nature, harmful ecological effects, and difficulties associated with its disposal. Plastic …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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To Study About Use of Plastic Waste in Flexible Road Construction
Abstract: The plastic wastes can be used in road construction and the field tests endured the stress and proved that the plastic wastes used after proper processing as a preservative would enhance the lifespan of the roads and also solve environmental problems. Plastic use in road construction is not new. It is already in use as PVC or HDPE pipe mat passages built by mending composed of PVC (polyvinylchloride) or HDPE …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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Plastics Waste Management: An Eco-friendly Way
Abstract: The overproduction and thus consumption of these plastics have given rise to enormous waste. The world has started drowning in its own plastic waste due to the dearth of effective management practices and its use as per the linear economy model. The issue of Solid waste disposal and management is prevalent worldwide, plastic waste being a major constituent of that. The plastics waste disposal is a major global environmental problem. …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 35–38 Read article
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Stabilization using Waste plastic for Subgrade soil
Abstract: The Biggest challenge in a developing country like India is to build infrastructure system especially roads with limited financial source available. Use of local materials can considerably lower down the construction cost. If the stability of local soil is not adequate for supporting wheel loads, the properties are improved by soil stabilization techniques e.g. use of waste material obtained from industries or waste plastic in the subgrade soil, this can …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 14–17 Read article
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Sustainable Plastic Waste Management Through Recycling Method
Abstract: Plastics find their use in every sector owing to their durability, low cost and versatility and have become an integral part of the global economy. Societies waste is generated, but only a few percentages of this waste is recycled, and the remaining find its way into the various ecosystems thereby harming the environment and life. Plastics deteriorate the environment and thus its disposal has gained critical attention. The world needs …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 48–52 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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Soil Reinforcement Using Waste Plastic Materials
Abstract: Soil reinforcement is a ground improvement techniques used in different civil engineering structures like earth retaining structures, embankment, foundations, road construction, etc.In this study, an attempt was made to collect the soil samples in such a way that it has different plasticity index. Accordingly, samples from surrounding areas of the Kanpur were collected and analyzed for their plasticity index. It was observed that three locations such as PSIT Campus, Naramau …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Transforming Waste Plastics Through Pyrolysis: A Sustainable Solution for Polymer Resource Recovery
Abstract: The global accumulation of plastic waste, particularly polymers like polyethylene (PE), presents amajor environmental challenge, demanding innovative solutions for effective management. This studyfocuses on the chemical process of pyrolysis as a promising approach for polymer resource recoveryand environmental sustainability. Pyrolysis involves the thermal decomposition of plastic waste intovaluable products, such as liquid fuels, gases, and solid residues. Key parameters, such as temperature,heating rate, and residence time were optimized to enhance …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Utilization of Waste Plastics as a Fiber in Concrete
Abstract: The rapid urbanization and industrialization all over the world has resulted in large deposition of plastic waste. Disposal of plastic waste in an environment is considered to be big hazard due to its very low biodegradability and presence in large quantities. In order to minimize the problem, the proposed concrete which is made by adding plastics in concrete may help to reuse the plastics and to study the properties of …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 56–60 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on the Properties of Concrete Replacing Waste Plastic as Aggregates for Solving Waste Management Problem
Abstract: Solid waste management is one of the growing problems of every country. As part of this ongoing program to consider the growing waste management, pollution problem, and prevention framework in India, the Ministry of Environment has suggested various approaches and ways through which we can either recycle or use the most polluting materials like plastic. The present study covers one of the ways through which to recycle one of the …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Use of Waste Plastics in Flexible Pavement
Abstract: Plastic is everywhere in today’s lifestyle and its disposal is a great problem. It is a non-biodegradable product due to which these materials pose environmental pollution and problems like breast cancer, reproductive problems in humans and animals and genital abnormalities. If a ban is put on the use of plastics on emotional grounds, the real cost would be much higher, the inconvenience much more, the chances of damage or contamination …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 27–47 Read article
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Study of Converting Covid-19 Plastic Waste into Fuel with Automated Temperature Monitoring of Pyrolysis Process
Abstract: Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic began, medical initial responders and health care workers have relied on plastic-based, single-use personal protective equipment (PPE) like masks and gowns to protect themselves from the coronavirus. The result has been quickly growing into a mountain ofplastic waste. Due to the difficulty of their natural disintegration at room temperature, once these plastic materials are released into the environment, they end up in landfills or the …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Preparation of a composite Materials from activated carbon and waste plastic for water Treatment
Abstract: Insoluble resins offer several advantages in preparation processes, the chemical, photochemical and thermal mechanical properties of composites are largely affected by matrix properties. The aim of our study was a double aspect, the synthesis of a polymer-based ion exchanger from waste polystyrene and the composite material valorization in water treatment. a series of experiments was made to prepare the sulfonated polystyrene ion exchange resin and the composite material based on …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 38–48 Read article
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Bituminous of Plastic Road
Abstract: Transfer of waste materials, such as plastic sacks, has become a significant issue, and plastic wastes are singed for transport, causing severe environmental impact. The use of waste plastics in bituminous mixes has shown that they improve the blend's characteristics while also reducing transfer difficulties. Plastic garbage that has been separated and cleaned is sliced so that it can pass through a sieve with a size of 2 mm - …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 22–45 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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Exploring the Utilization of Bakelite Waste as a Partial Coarse Aggregate Replacement in Concrete: An Assessment of Mechanical Properties and Durability
Abstract: Abstract The burgeoning challenge of plastic waste management has prompted researchers to seek sustainable alternatives within various sectors, particularly in the construction industry, which is a significant consumer of raw materials. This study thoroughly investigates the viability of incorporating Bakelite waste, a type of thermosetting plastic known for its durability and resistance to degradation, as a partial replacement for coarse aggregates in concrete formulations. Concrete mixtures were meticulously designed with …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 6–10 Read article