Performance of polymer bricks produced with plastic waste

Edike, Uche Emmanuel; Ameh, Oko John; Dada, Martin Oloruntobi

doi:10.1007/s41062-022-01021-5

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“…There are various alternative ways of utilizing plastic waste that can help reduce pollution and its impact on the environment. One approach is to recycle plastic waste and use it to manufacture new products [7][8][9][10] and new functional materials. [11][12][13][14] Another option is to convert plastic waste into fuel through a process called pyrolysis.…”

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A medical waste X-ray film based triboelectric nanogenerator for self-powered devices, sensors, and smart buildings

Navaneeth

Potu

Babu

et al. 2023

Environ. Sci.: Adv.

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A medical waste X-ray film based triboelectric nanogenerator for self-powered devices, sensors, and smart buildings

Navaneeth

Potu

Babu

et al. 2023

Environ. Sci.: Adv.

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A pathway for plastic waste in construction materials

Tul Muntaha,

Keitsch

2024

Sustainable Development

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Mass plastic production has exponentially increased plastic waste. The low rate of degradation causes plastic waste to end up in the oceans straining ecosystems globally. Besides pollution avoidance, reusing plastic waste is a currently evolving strategy, for example, in the construction sector, to meet the increasing demand for housing due to rapid urbanization and population growth. The following literature review summarizes the current approaches of plastic waste applications in the construction sector along with their varying compositions and properties to mitigate the environmental impacts of marine plastic pollution. The review indicates that firstly, extended research on reusing plastic waste for applications in building materials is needed to overcome existing challenges and that secondly, policies should be designed in accordance with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to commercialize plastic waste in building materials to approach a circular economy. The article aims at promoting sustainability by raising awareness among stakeholders to reuse plastic waste in construction applications.

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Transforming waste into innovation: a review of plastic bricks as sustainable construction materials

Yadav,

Singh,

Bhat

et al. 2024

Discov Civ Eng

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Plastic waste has become a pressing global issue, posing significant environmental challenges. As the construction industry continues to grow, there is a growing need for sustainable construction materials that can address this problem. This review paper focuses on the transformation of waste into innovation by exploring the use of plastic bricks as sustainable construction materials. The paper examines the manufacturing processes, properties, environmental benefits, challenges, case studies, and future research directions associated with plastic bricks. It highlights the potential of plastic bricks to reduce plastic waste, carbon emissions, and resource consumption. Additionally, the review addresses the challenges related to structural integrity, long-term durability, regulatory compliance, and public perception. Case studies showcase successful implementations of plastic bricks in construction projects, emphasizing their innovative design possibilities, cost-effectiveness, economic feasibility, and notable structural strength. These case studies illustrate that plastic bricks can achieve the necessary strength for construction applications, making them a viable alternative to traditional materials. The paper also discusses the environmental impact and circular economy perspectives of plastic bricks, highlighting their recyclability, reusability, waste management implications, and contribution to circular economy initiatives. Finally, the review concludes with future research directions and recommendations, focusing on advancements in manufacturing techniques, enhanced performance and engineering properties, and long-term performance monitoring and assessment. This comprehensive review sheds light on the transformative potential of plastic bricks as sustainable construction materials and provides insights for addressing the global plastic waste problem.

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Performance of polymer bricks produced with plastic waste

Cited by 9 publications

References 73 publications

A medical waste X-ray film based triboelectric nanogenerator for self-powered devices, sensors, and smart buildings

A medical waste X-ray film based triboelectric nanogenerator for self-powered devices, sensors, and smart buildings

A pathway for plastic waste in construction materials

Transforming waste into innovation: a review of plastic bricks as sustainable construction materials

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