Fracture and mechanical properties of asphalt mixtures containing granular polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

2020 ◽  
Vol 259 ◽  
pp. 120410 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amin Shams Esfandabad ◽  
Seyed Mohsen Motevalizadeh ◽  
Reza Sedghi ◽  
Pooyan Ayar ◽  
Seyed Mohammad Asgharzadeh
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Polyethylene Terephthalate ◽  
Asphalt Mixtures

A novel recycled polyethylene terephthalate/polyamide 11 (rPET/PA11) thermoplastic blend

2021 ◽  
pp. 147776062110010
Author(s):  
Zahid Iqbal Khan ◽  
Zurina Binti Mohamad ◽  
Abdul Razak Bin Rahmat ◽  
Unsia Habib ◽  
Nur Amira Sahirah Binti Abdullah
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Impact Strength ◽  
Flexural Strength ◽  
Polyethylene Terephthalate ◽  
Practical Implication ◽  
Polyamide 11 ◽  
Recycled Polyethylene ◽  
Twin Screw ◽  
Electron Microscopy Analysis ◽  
The Impact

This work explores a novel blend of recycled polyethylene terephthalate/polyamide 11 (rPET/PA11). The blend of rPET/PA11 was introduced to enhance the mechanical properties of rPET at various ratios. The work’s main advantage was to utilize rPET in thermoplastic form for various applications. Three different ratios, i.e. 10, 20 and 30 wt.% of PA11 blend samples, were prepared using a twin-screw extruder and injection moulding machine. The mechanical properties were examined in terms of tensile, flexural and impact strength. The tensile strength of rPET was improved more than 50%, while the increase in tensile strain was observed 42.5% with the addition of 20 wt.% of PA11. The improved properties of the blend were also confirmed by the flexural strength of the blends. The flexural strength was increased from 27.9 MPa to 48 MPa with the addition of 30 wt.% PA11. The flexural strain of rPET was found to be 1.1%. However, with the addition of 10, 20 and 30 wt.% of PA11, the flexural strain was noticed as 1.7, 2.1, and 3.9% respectively. The impact strength of rPET/PA11 at 20 wt.% PA11 was upsurged from 110.53 to 147.12 J/m. Scanning electron microscopy analysis revealed a dispersed PA11 domain in a continuous rPET matrix morphology of the blends. This work practical implication would lead to utilization of rPET in automobile, packaging, and various industries.

scholarly journals Mechanical and structural properties of composites made from recycled and virgin polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and metal chip or mesh wire

2019 ◽  
Vol 299 ◽  
pp. 06007
Author(s):  
Mircea Aurelian Antoniu Rusu ◽  
Sever-Adrian Radu ◽  
Catalin Moldovan ◽  
Codruta Sarosi ◽  
Ionela Amalia Mazilu (Moldovan) ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Polyethylene Terephthalate ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
Major Drawback ◽  
Recycled Pet ◽  
Plastic Processing ◽  
Metal Chip ◽  
Intense Research ◽  
Properties Of Composites

Although polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is a champion of recycling, intense research is being done to find new solutions for using recycled plastic. This study aims to characterize the mechanical andstructural properties (SEM- scanning electron microscopy) of products made from recycled metal swarf or mesh wire with recycled plastic (PET) in comparison with virgin plastic. Samples manufactured from virgin and recycled PET are made by pressing and high temperature. The loss of mechanical properties ofproducts made from recycled plastic is a major drawback that influences their use. SEM images confirm that the dispersion and distribution of the PET phase is not very uniform. By addition of virgin plastic in various compositions with recycled plastic, processing parameters and mechanical properties can be optimized.

New routes to polyethylene terephthalate with improved mechanical properties

Polymer ◽  
1990 ◽  
Vol 31 (3) ◽  
pp. 431-434 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stoyko Fakirov ◽  
Michail Evstatiev
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Polyethylene Terephthalate

New manufacturing process to develop antibacterial dyed polyethylene terephthalate sutures using plasma functionalization and chitosan immobilization

2021 ◽  
pp. 152808372110505
Author(s):  
Nesrine Bhouri ◽  
Faten Debbabi ◽  
Abderrahmen Merghni ◽  
Esther Rohleder ◽  
Boris Mahltig ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Polyethylene Terephthalate ◽  
Manufacturing Process ◽  
Antibacterial Effect ◽  
Inhibition Zone ◽  
The United States ◽  
Mechanical Tests ◽  
Inflammatory Reactions ◽  
Plasma Functionalization

The main purpose of this paper is to develop a new manufacturing process leading to have antibacterial dyed non-absorbable braided polyethylene terephthalate (PET) sutures using biocompatible and non-toxic products. This manufacturing process allows better visibility of sutures in the surgical field and reduces the risk of infections and inflammatory reactions without affecting the mechanical properties while meeting the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) requirements. Plasma functionalization, acrylic acid (AA) grafting, and bioactive chitosan (CH) coating were used before the dyeing process with a biocompatible non-toxic acid dye, approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The influence of experimental parameters on the suture properties and the K/S values of the dyed sutures are investigated. Infrared spectroscopy confirms the presence of new bonds to immobilize chitosan on the surface of the suture. Mechanical tests confirm that the mechanical properties of sutures have not been affected. The in vitro antibacterial effect of dyed PET sutures showed an inhibition zone of 11 mm against S. aureus, 4 mm against P. aeruginosa, and 1 mm against E. coli. This study reveals that the new finishing process of sutures is a promising method to achieve an antibacterial effect with a uniform shade and smooth surfaces.

scholarly journals Effects of PET Fibers on Pumpability, Shootability, and Mechanical Properties of Wet-Mix Shotcrete

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiangfei Cui ◽  
Guoming Liu ◽  
Cheng-long Wang ◽  
Yudong Qi
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Pressure Drop ◽  
Linear Relationship ◽  
Polyethylene Terephthalate ◽  
Orthogonal Test ◽  
Waste Plastic ◽  
Pet Fibers ◽  
Change Trend ◽  
Negative Linear Relationship

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fiber from waste plastic bottles is an environmentally friendly fiber that can improve the mechanical properties of wet-mix shotcrete. The main objective of this paper is to investigate the effects of PET fiber parameters on pumpability, shootability, and mechanical properties of wet-mix shotcrete. For this purpose, the orthogonal test based on three factors and three levels was conducted. The width, length, and content of PET fiber were selected as the experimental variables. The tests of wet-mix shotcrete reinforced by PET fibers were carried out, along with properties tests such as slump, pressure drop, build-up thickness, compressive strength, and splitting strength. The results showed the change trend of shotcrete performances with increasing PET fiber parameters (width, length, and content). According to the orthogonal test, PET fiber parameters were determined (1 mm width, 20 mm length, and 5 kg/m3 content). Furthermore, relationships between slump and pumpability and shootability were explored, as well as the relationships between pumpability, shootability, and mechanical properties. It was found that pressure drop and compressive strength had the strongest negative linear relationship among all fitting relationships. We hoped that this study could contribute the useful information for the application of wet-mix shotcrete mixed with PET fibers.

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