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ClearDetermining the Mechanical Properties of Solid Plates Obtained from the Recycling of Cable Waste
This study investigated mechanical recycling of PVC cable sheath waste into solid plates by grinding and press moulding, evaluating the mechanical properties of the resulting recycled material.
A brief review on polyvinyl chloride plastic as aggregate for construction materials
Researchers reviewed three decades of studies on using recycled PVC plastic waste as an aggregate in concrete and cement, examining how particle size, surface treatment, and mixing ratio affect the strength and durability of the resulting material. The review identifies practical strategies for incorporating PVC waste into construction, reducing plastic pollution while supporting sustainable building.
Recycling of Polypropylene Recovered from a Composting Plant: Mechanical Behavior of Compounds with Virgin Plastic
Not directly relevant to microplastics — this paper investigates mechanical recycling of polypropylene recovered from a composting plant's waste stream, focusing on material properties after reprocessing.
A Study of Plant-Filled Polymer Composites Based on Highly Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride
Not relevant to microplastics — this is a polymer materials study developing plant-filled PVC composites (using spruce flour, birch flour, and rice husk as fillers) to improve the ecological profile of PVC products, with testing of mechanical and thermal properties.
Preparation of high-performance waste polyvinyl chloride/paper biocomposites by hot pressing
Researchers created composite materials by hot-pressing waste PVC plastic with waste paper at different ratios, achieving materials with useful mechanical properties. Converting mixed plastic and paper waste into construction materials is one approach to reducing the environmental burden of plastic waste.
Recycled Mixed Plastic Fine Aggregate in Cement Concrete
Cement concrete mixtures incorporating mixed post-consumer recycled plastic as fine aggregate were characterized, finding that an optimized blend of polymer types produced workable concrete with mechanical properties suitable for construction applications.
Mechanical and Microstructural Investigation of Geopolymer Concrete Incorporating Recycled Waste Plastic Aggregate
This study investigated incorporating recycled waste plastic aggregate into geopolymer concrete, finding that it can produce structurally viable construction materials while diverting plastic waste from landfill and reducing reliance on virgin aggregates.
Recycle Ability of Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic (PCR) from the Chlorine Tank
Researchers examined the recyclability and mechanical properties of blends of virgin high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pellets with post-consumer recycled HDPE plastic waste from chlorine tanks used in the fishing industry, testing blend ratios from 100:0 to 0:100 virgin-to-recycled plastic. Results showed that thermal properties remained unchanged across blend ratios due to identical polymer chemistry, supporting the technical feasibility of incorporating recycled HDPE into new plastic products.
Use of virgin/recycled polyethylene blends in rotational moulding
Researchers developed blends of virgin and three types of recycled post-consumer high-density polyethylene for use in rotational moulding, evaluating the mechanical and processing properties to advance plastics recycling through this manufacturing technique.
Potential Applications of Different Forms of Recycled Plastics as Construction Materials—A Review
This review examined potential applications of different forms of recycled plastics (granules, powder, fiber, aggregate) as construction materials, identifying suitable recycling methodologies and construction products with performance benefits such as improved toughness and reduced weight.
A Study of Plant-Filled Polymer Composites Based on Highly Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride
Not relevant to microplastics — this study characterizes the optical, thermal, and mechanical properties of PVC-based composites filled with plant materials (spruce flour, birch flour, rice husk), exploring eco-friendly construction materials without addressing microplastic pollution.
Morpho-structural and thermo-mechanical characterization of recycled polypropylene and polystyrene from mixed post-consumer plastic waste
Researchers characterized recycled polypropylene and polystyrene recovered from mixed post-consumer plastic waste, assessing their morphological, structural, and thermo-mechanical properties to evaluate suitability for reuse in manufacturing.
Revisiting poly(vinyl chloride) reactivity in the context of chemical recycling
This review explores the many chemical reactions that polyvinyl chloride (PVC) can undergo, viewed through the lens of chemical recycling potential. Researchers found that PVC's well-documented reactivity in modification chemistry could inspire new methods for converting PVC waste into useful products. The study suggests that building on existing knowledge of PVC chemistry may help overcome the major challenge of recycling one of the world's most widely used yet least recycled plastics.
(Mechano)chemical modification of polyvinyl chloride with azole-based drugs
Researchers explored using PVC plastic waste as a carrier for azole-based pharmaceutical compounds through mechanochemical modification, converting a waste plastic into a functional material with potential drug delivery applications.
Utilization of Plastic Waste in Concrete Pavement
Researchers investigated the use of recycled high-density polyethylene (HDPE) plastic waste as an aggregate in concrete pavement mix designs, finding that incorporation of HDPE improved mechanical performance and durability while reducing landfill waste and energy consumption in the concrete sector.
Waste Plastic and Rubber in Concrete and Cement Mortar: A Tertiary Literature Review
This review synthesized tertiary literature on using waste plastic and rubber in concrete and cement mortar, finding that while these recycled materials offer environmental benefits, they generally reduce mechanical strength and require careful optimization.
Evaluating Combination of Solvent-Based Recycling and Mechanical Recycling of ABS Materials for Mitigating Plastic Pollution and Promoting Environmental Consciousness
Researchers evaluated a hybrid recycling approach combining solvent-based and mechanical recycling of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) materials, blending 70% virgin ABS with 30% recycled ABS across three production cycles for wiring devices. Mechanical testing showed that recycled ABS blends maintained comparable performance to virgin material, supporting its viability for mass production.
Effect of Biochar on the Thermal and Dimensional Stability of Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Composites
This study evaluated biochar from biomass waste as a performance-enhancing filler in PVC composites, finding that 23 wt% biochar improved tensile strength and thermal stability similarly to conventional calcium carbonate filler while providing weight reduction benefits.
Plastic waste recycling: existing Indian scenario and future opportunities
Researchers mapped plastic waste recycling infrastructure across Indian states, finding that PP and PE are most commonly reprocessed, and outlined key opportunities in mechanical recycling, chemical recycling, and waste-to-energy approaches—along with AI and blockchain tools—needed to build a circular plastic economy in India.
Current Advances and Challenges in Chemical Recycling of Polymeric Materials
This review examines current advances and remaining challenges in chemical recycling of polymeric materials as an alternative to mechanical recycling, which degrades material properties with repeated cycling. The authors discuss the high efficiency and simpler preprocessing requirements of chemical recycling methods against a backdrop of approximately 150 million metric tonnes of annual global plastic waste generation.
Properties of Simulated Plastic Waste Mixtures in Upcycling Processes: An Experimental Evaluation
This study evaluated the mechanical and thermal properties of ternary and quaternary blends of low-density polyethylene and polypropylene to simulate mixed plastic waste, finding that blend composition significantly affects material quality and identifying optimal formulations for upcycling processes.
An Analysis of the State-of-the-art in Plastic Scrap Recycling Strategies for Construction Components
This review examines strategies for recycling plastic waste in construction applications, covering methods to convert plastic scraps into building components and discussing barriers including contamination, mixed polymer streams, and regulatory restrictions on plastic use in structural applications.
Recycling/reuse of plastic waste as construction material for sustainable development: a review
Researchers reviewed how waste plastic can be incorporated into construction materials — as binders, aggregates, or cement substitutes in bricks, tiles, concrete, and roads — finding that plastic-modified materials often show competitive strength properties while simultaneously diverting plastic waste from landfills.
More than 30 Years of PVC Recycling – Need for Regulation
This review examines over 30 years of PVC recycling efforts, identifying persistent technical, economic, and regulatory barriers that have limited recycling rates. The authors argue that mandatory recycled-content targets and improved collection infrastructure are needed to meaningfully increase PVC circularity.