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The Circular Economy in European Union Supply Chains: A Literature Review

Sustainable Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This research aims to analyze the implementation of the circular economy (CE) in European Union (EU) supply chains (SC), highlighting its potential to transform production systems and maximize resource efficiency while minimizing waste. Our study identifies the major trends and advancements in this field, focusing on the barriers that prevent ...
Luis Oswaldo Rodríguez‐Mañay, Inmaculada Guaita‐Pradas, Inmaculada Marques‐Perez   +2 more
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Mechanical properties and microstructure of hemp hurd reinforced polylactide biocomposites for 3D printing [PDF]

Polylactide (PLA) biocomposite filaments containing hemp hurd (HH) of variable particle size were evaluated in comparison with injection-molded counterparts using single/twin screw extrusion in this study.
Loh, Thomas W, Feng, Jiabing, Yu, Bin, Song, Pingan, Xiao, Xianglian, Chevali, Venkata S., Wang, Hao   +6 more
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Investigating the Environmental Impact of Additive Construction: A Systematic Analysis of the Life Cycle Assessment Studies

Sustainable Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Additive Manufacturing (AM) has been identified as a potential catalyst for a paradigm shift within the construction industry, due to its capacity to enhance sustainability, reduce waste, and augment design flexibility. This study presents a systematic literature review (SLR) that explores the application of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in ...
Antonio Mastropasqua, Francesco Paolo Lagrasta, Michele De Nicolò, Pierpaolo Pontrandolfo   +3 more
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Pineapple peel based biocomposites for green packaging [PDF]

, 2015
In this research, pineapple peel fiber (PAPF) based low density polyethylene (LDPE) biocomposites for green packaging was studied. The PAPF was first being treated with alkali before compounded with LDPE. Then, the mixture was compounded using twin screw
Ibrahim, Norazana, Adrus, Nadia, Wan Ab. Rahman, Wan Aizan, Md. Kasmani, Rafiziana, Sadikin, Aziatul Niza, Jamaluddin, Jamarosliza, Rasit Ali, Roshafima, Hasbullah, Hasrinah, Asli, Umi Aisah   +8 more
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Understanding the Effects of Processing Conditions on the Properties and Durability of Poly(Butylene Succinate)

Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology, EarlyView.
Understanding the effects of processing conditions on the properties and durability of poly(butylene succinate). ABSTRACT This study investigates the effect of processing conditions on the structural, mechanical, and degradation behavior of poly(butylene succinate) (PBS), a promising biodegradable polyester.
Erika Alessia Di Liberto, Giulia Infurna, Nadka Tz. Dintcheva   +2 more
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Improved Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Date Palm Microfiber-Reinforced PCL Biocomposites for Rigid Packaging

Molecules
To increase the use of agricultural residues, such as date palm fibers, for the sustainable reinforcement of biocomposites, this study investigated the incorporation of varying weight percentages of date palm microfibers (DPMF) ranging from 0 wt.% to 10 ...
Sakib Hossain Khan, Hom N. Dhakal, Abu Saifullah, Zhongyi Zhang   +3 more
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Posidonia oceanica Leaves as a Natural Filler for Poly(Butylene Succinate‐Co‐Adipate) Composites: Characterization and Biodegradation Assessment in Seawater

Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology, EarlyView.
This study shows that incorporating 5–10 wt.% Posidonia oceanica, with or without micro‐talc, in PBSA preserves thermal stability, modifying crystallization behavior, and maintains good filler dispersion and interfacial adhesion. Mechanical properties are moderately stiffened.
Chiara Pedrotti, Damiano Rossi, Giovanni Raimondi, Riccardo Gallorini, Miriam Cappello, Irene Anguillesi, Marco Sandroni, Patrizia Cinelli, Maurizia Seggiani   +8 more
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Glycidyl methacrylate-compatibilized poly(lactic acid)/hemp hurd biocomposites: Processing, crystallization, and thermo-mechanical response

, 2018
Poly(lactic acid)-based biocomposites were developed with hemp hurd (Cannabis sativa L.) with grafting-based interfacial compatibilization. Poly(lactic acid) was extruded with hemp hurd and glycidyl methacrylate as the polymer/hurd interfacial ...
Zhu, Jin, Jin Zhu, Na, Haining, Belas Ahmed Khan, Philip Warner, Haining Na, Hao Wang, Warner, Philip, Chevali, Venkata, Khan, Belas Ahmed, Venkata Chevali, Wang, Hao   +11 more
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Bio‐Based Amino Acid Curing Additives: Mechanistic and Kinetic Effects in Epoxidized Soybean Oil Epoxy Thermosets

Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology, EarlyView.
The curing process of epoxidized soybean oil (ESO) is feasible through the incorporation of amino acids, generating materials with greater thermal stability and improved environmental friendliness. ABSTRACT In this study, the curing and thermal degradation kinetics of epoxidized soybean oil (ESO) were investigated using L‐aspartic acid (AA) and DL ...
Nicole P. Soares, José V. M. Barreto, Amanda M. Araújo, Carlos B. B. Luna, Edcleide M. Araújo, J. Rebouças, Renate M. R. Wellen   +6 more
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The effect of varying pressure on mechanical performance of pineapple leaf fiber reinforced poly lactic acid biocomposites

, 2017
The biocomposites fabricated in this study is produced by reinforcing poly lactic acid with pineapple leaf fibers with length of 200 mm and 30 wt.% fiber loading. with consideration on using alkaline treatment for the fibers. The aim of this .sludy is to
M. Z., Hassan, Z., Mustafa, S. H. S. M., Fadzullah, S.N.R, Ramli, M. R. M., Rejab   +4 more
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