RECOVERY OF PROPERTIES BY ADDING FILLERS TO SECONDARY POLYMER WASTE
Abstract
The recycling and recovery of secondary polymer waste is an essential step toward sustainable materials management. This study investigates the effect of incorporating various fillers into secondary polymer waste to improve its mechanical, thermal, and structural properties. By blending recycled polymers with fillers such as carbon black, glass fibers, and natural materials, we explore the potential for enhancing the performance of secondary polymers. The addition of fillers resulted in significant improvements in the tensile strength, thermal stability, and durability of the recycled materials compared to the untreated polymer waste. Furthermore, the impact of different filler types and loading percentages on the recyclability and material performance was evaluated, revealing that certain combinations of fillers provided a balance between mechanical enhancement and cost-effectiveness. The results suggest that using fillers in secondary polymer waste not only promotes the recovery of valuable material properties but also contributes to the reduction of environmental impact by enabling the reuse of polymer waste in a wide range of applications.
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