Chin, H.H.*, Varbanov, P.S., Klemeš, J.J., Tan, R.R., Aviso, K.
Abstract:
Summary of work:
• Extend the previously developed data-driven approach to quantifying the recyclability clusters of plastic waste, to consider polymer heterogeneity in the evaluation
• Heterogeneity estimation is conducted by identifying the compatibility between polymers based on their surface tension
• Provide insights into the suitability of mixing different polymers type prior to recycling
Keywords:
Supply Chain, Polymer Heterogeneity, PET, PE, PP
Circular Plastics
The project aims to develop a method for optimal design and operation of the entire value chains, including recycling and upcycling of renewable, waste and end-of-life plastic materials.
