Browsing Theses by Subject "simulated recycling"
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Highly Filled, Durable, and Sustainable Wood-Plastic Composites from Recycled Thermoplastics
(University of Waterloo, 2022-09-26)The increasing concern for environmental sustainability and the accumulation of solid waste (e.g. single-use plastics) has led to an increased interest in the utilization of renewable feedstocks and recycling of plastics ... -
Investigation of Thermo-mechanical Degradation of Polypropylene-Low Density Polyethylene Blends Exposed to Simulated Recycling
(University of Waterloo, 2020-08-26)Polypropylene (PP) and low-density polyethylene (LDPE) are among the most extensively used resins used mainly in the packaging and automotive sectors and are the largest contributor to municipal waste. Plastic waste ...