scholarly journals Assessment of the Electrostatic Separation Effectiveness of Plastic Waste Using a Vision System

Sensors ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (24) ◽  
pp. 7201
Author(s):  
Dominik Rybarczyk ◽  
Cezary Jędryczka ◽  
Roman Regulski ◽  
Dariusz Sędziak ◽  
Krzysztof Netter ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vision System ◽  
Accurate Method ◽  
Separation Process ◽  
Polymer Materials ◽  
Electrostatic Separation ◽  
Plastic Materials ◽  
First Results ◽  
Mechanical Separation ◽  
Separation Of Mixtures

The work presented here describes the first results of an effective method of assessing the quality of electrostatic separation of mixtures of polymer materials. The motivation for the research was to find an effective method of mechanical separation of plastic materials and a quick assessment of the effectiveness of the method itself. The proposed method is based on the application of a dedicated vision system developed for needs of research on electrostatic separation. The effectiveness of the elaborated system has been demonstrated by evaluating the quality of the separation of mixtures of poly (methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) and polystyrene (PS). The obtained results show that the developed vision system can be successfully employed in the research on plastic separation, providing a fast and accurate method of assessing the purity and effectiveness of the separation process.

E-Waste Recycling by Electrostatic Separation

2015 ◽  
pp. 285-317 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gordan Bedeković
Keyword(s):  
Copper Content ◽  
Short Review ◽  
Waste Recycling ◽  
Product Complexity ◽  
Waste Streams ◽  
Electrostatic Separation ◽  
Separation Processes ◽  
Cathode Tube ◽  
Mechanical Separation

This chapter discusses the problem of Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) as one of the largest growing waste streams globally, the influence of the product complexity and liberation in separation, and the basics of electrostatic separation. A very short review of mechanical separation processes is given and research conducted on one fraction of CRT TV set is presented. A CRT TV set fraction with higher copper content consists of yokes of a cathode tube, cables, connectors, and wires, which were tested by electrostatic separation method. The aim of this research is to evaluate the effectiveness of electrostatic separation, to determine and rank the influence of separator operating parameters, and to set models for assessment of the concentration quality and recovery of metals. The results show that it is possible to achieve a high quality of concentrates (metal content from 77 to 100%), while recovery varies greatly (from 10 to 99%).

Coating of Liquid Wood Sheets

2017 ◽  
Vol 907 ◽  
pp. 134-139 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ovidiu Mocănița ◽  
Daniela Chicet ◽  
Marcelin Benchea ◽  
Bogdan Istrate ◽  
Corneliu Munteanu
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Cross Section ◽  
Elasticity Modulus ◽  
Polymer Materials ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Plastic Materials ◽  
Green Polymer ◽  
Natural Additives ◽  
Scanning Electron

Liquid wood is one of the newly discovered green polymer materials, being a biodegradable and recyclable thermoplastic, made from cellulose, lignin and natural additives, currently used in commerce as ARBOFIL, ARBOROM and ARBOBLEND. The applications of this material (aeronautics, automotive, construction, consumer goods etc.) are limited by two major drawbacks: higher weight compared to ordinary plastic materials and low melting point (≈ 175° C). In this work was studied the possibility of changing some mechanical and thermal properties of this material by applying superficial coatings. For this process were prepared specimens from two types of material: ARBOBLEND and ARBOFIL. The resulted samples were analyzed in terms of microstructural changes both longitudinally (in order to evaluate the quality of the deposited layer) and on cross section (in order to evaluate the changes produced at the interface substrate - coating). For this purpose were used the QUANTA 200 3D (FEI, Holland, 2009) scanning electron microscope and the X`PERT PROMD diffractometer (Panalitycal, Holland, 2009). Using the UMTR 2M-CTR Micro-tribometer were evaluated the elasticity modulus of the coatings through microindentation and its adhesion to the substrate through scratch method, applied both longitudinally and on cross section.

scholarly journals Analysis of Triboelectrostatic Separation Process of Mixed Poly(ethylene terephthalate) and High-Density Polyethylene

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 19
Author(s):  
Wieslaw Lyskawinski ◽  
Mariusz Baranski ◽  
Cezary Jedryczka ◽  
Jacek Mikolajewicz ◽  
Roman Regulski ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Process Parameters ◽  
High Density Polyethylene ◽  
Ethylene Terephthalate ◽  
Vision System ◽  
Separation Process ◽  
High Density ◽  
Separation Processes ◽  
Poly Ethylene Terephthalate ◽  
Poly Ethylene

The aim of this study was to investigate and analyze the separation process of poly (ethylene terephthalate) and high-density polyethylene mixture. The research studied the influence of parameters of tribocharging and separation processes on the quality of separation. The research was carried out using a developed test stand consisting of a test tribocharger and a dedicated drum-type electrostatic separator. Both the separator and the tribocharger have been designed as automated test benches to assess the quality of plastic separation. In order to assess the quality of electrostatic separation of plastics, an original method based on the use of a dedicated vision system was used. The research was conducted in two stages. Firstly, the influence of the tribocharging process parameters on the efficiency of the process, i.e., the charge collected, was investigated. The next stage of the research was focused on the analysis of the influence of the separation process parameters on its effectiveness. The obtained results were presented and discussed. On the basis of the conducted research, the parameters of the tribocharging and separation processes affecting their effectiveness were determined.

’Propylene glycolate’ used as a top coat seal to protect thick juice from degradation in ellipsoidal storage tanks

2013 ◽  
pp. 215-218
Author(s):  
Robert O. Hatch ◽  
Craig M. Giles ◽  
Jay S. Creiglow ◽  
David R. Smith
Keyword(s):  
Propylene Glycol ◽  
Barrier Layer ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Polypropylene Glycol ◽  
Storage Tanks ◽  
First Results ◽  
Thick Juice

The use of sodium propylene glycol for thick juice storage was investigated at Spreckels Sugar Company, in Brawley, California (USA). Sodium-polypropylene glycol has a density of 1.07 and does not mix with thick juice. Therefore it is suitable as a barrier layer. Chemical properties of propylene glycol, and the deposition on the top of thick juice are described. First results of the last campaign are compared with data from previous years. A significantly lower tendency in the reduction of the quality of the thick juice was found.

Current Progress in Biomedical Applications of Chitosan-Carbon Nanotube Nanocomposites: A Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (16) ◽  
pp. 1619-1632
Author(s):  
Katarzyna Pieklarz ◽  
Michał Tylman ◽  
Zofia Modrzejewska
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotube ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
Antimicrobial Properties ◽  
Polymer Materials ◽  
Biological Macromolecules ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
New Generation ◽  
High Degree ◽  
Dressing Materials

The currently observed development of medical science results from the constant search for innovative solutions to improve the health and quality of life of patients. Particular attention is focused on the design of a new generation of materials with a high degree of biocompatibility and tolerance towards the immune system. In addition, apart from biotolerance, it is important to ensure appropriate mechanical and technological properties of materials intended for intra-body applications. Knowledge of the above parameters becomes the basis for considerations related to the possibilities of choosing the appropriate polymer materials. The researchers' interest, as evidenced by the number of available publications, is attracted by nanobiocomposites based on chitosan and carbon nanotubes, which, due to their properties, enable integration with the tissues of the human body. Nanosystems can be used in many areas of medicine. They constitute an excellent base for use as dressing materials, as they exhibit antimicrobial properties. In addition, they can be carriers of drugs and biological macromolecules and can be used in gene therapy, tissue engineering, and construction of biosensors. For this reason, potential application areas of chitosan-carbon nanotube nanocomposites in medical sciences are presented in this publication, considering the characteristics of the system components.

Effects and Risks of Distance Learning in Higher Education

2020 ◽  
pp. 61-73
Author(s):  
Yu. M. Tsygalov
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Online Education ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Higher Education System ◽  
First Results ◽  
Spread Of Infection ◽  
The Cost

The forced work of Russian universities remotely in the context of the pandemic (COVID-19) has generated a lot of discussion about the benefits of the new form of education. The first results were summed up and reports were presented, the materials of which showed that the main goal of online education — the prevention of the spread of infection, - has been achieved. Against this background, proposals and publications have appeared substantiating the effectiveness of the massive introduction of distance learning in Russia, including in higher education. However, the assessment of such training by the population and students in publications and in social networks was predominantly negative and showed that the number of emerging problems exceeds the possible benefits of the new educational technology. Based on the analysis of the materials of publications and personal experience of teaching online, the potential benefits and problems of distance learning in higher education in Russia are considered. It is proposed to consider the effects separately for the suppliers of new technology (government, universities) and consumers (students, teachers, society). It is substantiated that the massive introduction of online education allows not only to reduce the negative consequences of epidemics, but also to reduce budgetary funding for universities, optimize the age composition of teachers, and reduce the cost of maintaining educational buildings. However, there will be a leveling / averaging of the quality of education, and responsibility for the quality of training will shift from the state/universities to students. The critical shortcomings of online education are the low degree of readiness of the digital infrastructure, the lack of a mechanism for identifying and monitoring the work of students, information security problems, and the lack of trust in such training of the population. The massive use of online education creates a number of risks for the country, the most critical of which is the destruction of the higher education system and a drop in the effectiveness of personnel training. The consequences of this risk realization are not compensated by any possible budget savings.

Creation of physiologic rhythm by closed loop stimulation in heart failure patients with severe chronotropic incompetence: worldwide first results of a pilot study

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
J Proff ◽  
B Merkely ◽  
R Papp ◽  
C Lenz ◽  
P.J Nordbeck ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Closed Loop ◽  
Funding Source ◽  
Chronotropic Incompetence ◽  
First Results ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Group 1

Abstract Background The prevalence of chronotropic incompetence (CI) in heart failure (HF) population is high and negatively impacts prognosis. In HF patients with an implanted cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) device and severe CI, the effect of rate adaptive pacing on patient outcomes is unclear. Closed loop stimulation (CLS) based on cardiac impedance measurement may be an optimal method of heart rate adaptation according to metabolic need in HF patients with severe CI. Purpose This is the first study evaluating the effect of CLS on the established prognostic parameters assessed by the cardio-pulmonary exercise (CPX) testing and on quality of life (QoL) of the patients. Methods A randomised, controlled, double-blind and crossover pilot study has been performed in CRT patients with severe CI defined as the inability to achieve 70% of the age-predicted maximum heart rate (APMHR). After baseline assessment, patients were randomised to either DDD-CLS pacing (group 1) or DDD pacing at 40 bpm (group 2) for a 1-month period, followed by crossover for another month. At baseline and at 1- and 2-month follow-ups, a CPX was performed and QoL was assessed using the EQ-5D-5L questionnaire. The main endpoints were the effect of CLS on ventilatory efficiency (VE) slope (evaluated by an independent CPX expert), the responder rate defined as an improvement (decrease) of the VE slope by at least 5%, percentage of maximal predicted heart rate reserve (HRR) achieved, and QoL. Results Of the 36 patients enrolled in the study, 20 fulfilled the criterion for severe CI and entered the study follow-up (mean age 68.9±7.4 years, 70% men, LVEF=41.8±9.3%, 40%/60% NYHA class II/III). Full baseline and follow-up datasets were obtained in 17 patients. The mean VE slope and HRR at baseline were 34.4±4.4 and 49.6±23.8%, respectively, in group 1 (n=7) and 34.5±12.2 and 54.2±16.1% in group 2 (n=10). After completing the 2-month CPX, the mean difference between DDD-CLS and DDD-40 modes was −2.4±8.3 (group 1) and −1.2±3.5 (group 2) for VE slope, and 17.1±15.5% (group 1) and 8.7±18.8% (group 2) for HRR. Altogether, VE slope improved by −1.8±2.95 (p=0.31) in DDD-CLS versus DDD-40, and HRR improved by 12.9±8.8% (p=0.01). The VE slope decreased by ≥5% in 47% of patients (“responders to CLS”). The mean difference in the QoL between DDD-CLS and DDD-40 was 0.16±0.25 in group 1 and −0.01±0.05 in group 2, resulting in an overall increase by 0.08±0.08 in the DDD-CLS mode (p=0.13). Conclusion First results of the evaluation of the effectiveness of CLS in CRT patients with severe CI revealed that CLS generated an overall positive effect on well-established surrogate parameters for prognosis. About one half of the patients showed CLS response in terms of improved VE slope. In addition, CLS improved quality of life. Further clinical research is needed to identify predictors that can increase the responder rate and to confirm improvement in clinical outcomes. Funding Acknowledgement Type of funding source: Private company. Main funding source(s): Biotronik SE & Co. KG

scholarly journals Assessment of quality of products from polymer materials for machine-building purposes

2020 ◽  
Vol 1614 ◽  
pp. 012044
Author(s):  
D Gramakov ◽  
A Larchenko ◽  
N Filippenko ◽  
A Livshits ◽  
D Bakanin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Machine Building ◽  
Polymer Materials ◽  
Quality Of Products

scholarly journals A Track Geometry Measuring System Based on Multibody Kinematics, Inertial Sensors and Computer Vision

Sensors ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 683
Author(s):  
José L. Escalona ◽  
Pedro Urda ◽  
Sergio Muñoz
Keyword(s):  
Computer Vision ◽  
Inertial Sensors ◽  
Vision System ◽  
Accurate Method ◽  
Sensor Data ◽  
Measuring System ◽  
Railway Vehicles ◽  
Track Geometry ◽  
Video Cameras ◽  
Measuring Unit

This paper describes the kinematics used for the calculation of track geometric irregularities of a new Track Geometry Measuring System (TGMS) to be installed in railway vehicles. The TGMS includes a computer for data acquisition and process, a set of sensors including an inertial measuring unit (IMU, 3D gyroscope and 3D accelerometer), two video cameras and an encoder. The kinematic description, that is borrowed from the multibody dynamics analysis of railway vehicles used in computer simulation codes, is used to calculate the relative motion between the vehicle and the track, and also for the computer vision system and its calibration. The multibody framework is thus used to find the formulas that are needed to calculate the track irregularities (gauge, cross-level, alignment and vertical profile) as a function of sensor data. The TGMS has been experimentally tested in a 1:10 scaled vehicle and track specifically designed for this investigation. The geometric irregularities of a 90 m-scale track have been measured with an alternative and accurate method and the results are compared with the results of the TGMS. Results show a good agreement between both methods of calculation of the geometric irregularities.

Application of Machine Vision System in the Precision Inspection

2012 ◽  
Vol 546-547 ◽  
pp. 1382-1386
Author(s):  
Yin Xia Liu ◽  
Ping Zhou
Keyword(s):  
Machine Vision ◽  
Vision System ◽  
Machine Vision System ◽  
Technical Problems ◽  
Application Program ◽  
Precision Inspection ◽  
Machine Parts

In order to promote the application and development of machine vision, The paper introduces the components of a machine vision system、common lighting technique and machine vision process. And the key technical problems are also briefly discussed in the application. A reference idea for application program of testing the quality of the machine parts is offered.

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