About this Abstract |
Meeting |
2024 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2024)
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Symposium
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2024 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2024)
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Presentation Title |
Mixed Polymer Blend Composites Reinforced with Graphene Oxide for 3D Printing |
Author(s) |
Jackson Michael Seiler, Prudhvi Raj Pola , Siddhesh Chaudhari, Anuj Maheshwari , Srikanthan Ramesh , Frank Blum , Ranji Vaidyanathan |
On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Prudhvi Raj Pola |
Abstract Scope |
Plastics are widely used in our everyday lives, but their impact on the environment is concerning. Efficient recycling must be exhibited without compromising the recycled material’s properties to mitigate environmental impact. Current recycling methods require the different types of plastic (#1 – 7) to be sorted to maintain uniform material properties. While recent strides have been taken to automate plastic waste sorting, this can be expensive.
We are combining different types of plastic to create blends with decent material properties. This research examines the material properties of polymer blend combinations of recycled HDPE and PP with compatibilizers and graphene oxide. The extruded filaments are used in 3D printing to manufacture the specimens. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and tensile testing of 3D printed specimens are conducted to evaluate and compare the different blend combinations. The results indicate that the properties of blended polymers can be restored through compatibilizers and additives. |
Proceedings Inclusion? |
Definite: Post-meeting proceedings |