Phys.org

Using pyrolysis for high-quality recycled plastics

Plastics made of polycarbonate are sought-after materials in industrial applications thanks to their versatility and high quality. However, recycling of plastic waste is still running up against ...
Nature

A novel investigation using thermal modeling and optimization of waste pyrolysis reactor using finite element analysis and response surface methodology

The influence of humans on the environment is growing drastically and is pervasive. If this trend continues for a longer time, it can cost humankind, social and economic challenges. Keeping this ...
Nature

Impact of pyrolysis process conditions on the structure of biochar obtained from apple waste

Biochar is an eco-friendly carbon material whose properties allow it to be used as a sorbent for wastewater treatment or soil remediation. The paper presents the results of research related to the ...
Phys.org

Solving waste plastic processing with heat circulation: Researchers develop large-scale pyrolysis process

Dr. Byungwook Hwang's research team from the CCS Research Department at the Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER) has successfully developed a process that applies the circulating fluidized bed ...
The Conversation

Plastic pyrolysis − chemists explain a technique attempting to tackle plastic waste by bringing the heat

In 1950, global plastic production was about 2 million tons. It’s now about 400 million tons – an increase of nearly 20,000%. As a material, it has seemingly limitless potential. Plastic is ...