Lizheng Zhang^1,2, Jimin Chen^1,2,*, Yong Zeng^1,2,*

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.30, No.1, pp. 1-1, 2024, DOI:10.32604/icces.2024.011127

Abstract In laser powder bed fusion (LPBF), the unmelted powder recovered from the powder bed is degraded due to particle-laser interaction during continuous processing. The sensitivity of LPBF performance and molding quality to powder properties, waste powder is usually discarded after several molding cycles, which increases the cost of raw materials. At the same time, the low laser absorption rate and high thermal conductivity of copper and copper alloys inhibit the complete melting of copper powder prepared by LPBF. Therefore, it is challenging to fabricate copper alloy components with full high density and high conductivity through… More >

Aline Ferreira Knihs, Larissa Klen Aragão, Miguel Angelo Granato, Andrea Cristiane Krause Bierhalz^*, Rita de Cassia Siqueira Curto Valle

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.12, No.9, pp. 1557-1571, 2024, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2024.052963 - 25 September 2024

Abstract The textile industry generates large volumes of waste throughout its production process. Most of this waste is colored, therefore, discoloration is an important step toward recycling and reusing this waste. This study focused on the chemical reductive discoloration of textile waste composed of cotton dyed with reactive dye. The experimental design demonstrated the significant influence of the concentration of reducing agent and time of reaction on the degree of whiteness of the cotton fibers. The concentration of the alkaline agent was not significant in the process. The optimization of the reaction conditions lead to Berger… More > Graphic Abstract

Shadi Moqbel^1,*, Habib Al-Ghoul², Abd Al-Majeed Al-Ghzawi³, Rami Mukbel⁴

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.12, No.2, pp. 349-367, 2024, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2023.046369 - 11 March 2024

Abstract The composition of paper cups creates a challenge for the recycling industry, as the paperboard–plastic film composite is hard to separate. Therefore, paper cups are sent to landfills or waste incinerators. This study explores the combined use of red worms (Eisenia fetida) and Greater wax moth (Galleria mellonella) in the biodegradation of paper cups. The study investigates the conditions and combinations that promote using Eisenia fetida and Galleria mellonella for degrading paper cups. The study considered the influence of environmental temperature, the presence of food waste, varying the number of Eisenia fetida worms, and the… More > Graphic Abstract

Jakkid Sanetuntikul¹, Borwon Narupai², Nawadon Petchwattana^3,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.11, No.9, pp. 3567-3582, 2023, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2023.029308 - 20 July 2023

Abstract Wastes from polypropylene (PP) packages are accumulating every year because it is one of the most widely consumed and short lifecycle products. This paper aims to develop low thermal conductive and fire-retardant materials from post-consumer PP (pPP) packages. Ammonium polyphosphate (APP) and hollow glass microsphere (HGM) were further added to improve the fire retardancy and thermal conductivity of pPP. The influence of APP and HGM on the mechanical and thermal properties, fire retardancy and thermal conductivity of pPP were investigated and compared with that of virgin PP (vPP). HGM was constantly added at 5 wt%… More > Graphic Abstract

Yafei Hu^1,2, Keqing Li^1,2, Bo Zhang^1,2, Bin Han^1,2,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.11, No.9, pp. 3463-3484, 2023, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2023.027532 - 20 July 2023

Abstract The super-fine particle size of tailings is its drawback as a recycled resource, which is reflected in the low strength of the new construction and industrial materials formed when it is mixed with cement and other cementitious materials. Therefore, it is crucial to study the effect of tailings particle size and cementitious material on the strength of tailings wet shotcrete (TWSC) and to investigate the optimal mix proportion. In this paper, a multivariate nonlinear response model was constructed by conducting central composite experiments to investigate the effect of different factors on the strength of TWSC.… More >

Jinxing Wang^1,2,3, Yingjie Yang^1,2,3, Xiaolin Yang^1,2,3, Huazhe Jiao^1,2,3,4,*, Qi Wang^1,2,3, Liuhua Yang^1,2,3, Jianxin Yu^1,2,3, Fengbin Chen^1,2,3

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.11, No.8, pp. 3351-3370, 2023, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2023.027512 - 26 June 2023

Abstract In order to improve the comprehensive utilization rate of high fines sand (HFS) produced by the mine, full solid waste shotcrete (HFS-BFRS) was prepared with HFS as fine aggregate in cooperation with basalt fiber (BF). The strength growth characteristics of HFS-BFRS were analyzed. And the fitting equation of compressive strength growth characteristics of HFS-BFRS under the synergistic effect of multiple factors was given. And based on the orthogonal experimental method, the effects on the compressive strength, splitting tensile strength and flexural strength of HFS-BFRS under the action of different levels of influencing factors were investigated.… More >

Rafal A. Hadi^1,*, Suhad M. Abd², Hadee Mohammed Najm³, Shaker Qaidi^4,5,*, Moutaz Mustafa A. Eldirderi⁶, Khaled Mohamed Khedher^7,8

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.11, No.6, pp. 2925-2940, 2023, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2023.025558 - 27 April 2023

Abstract Recent years have witnessed an increase in the quantity of waste glass (WG) across the globe. Replacing the fine aggregate with WG is one of the steps toward preserving the natural resources of the environment and creating low-cost concrete. The present study is concerned with replacing fine aggregates with glass powder (GP) at (0%, 15%, 30%, and 50%). It has studied the fresh and hardened properties (compressive strength, tensile strength, hardened density, and slump) for all the mentioned percent replacements. The findings have shown that all mixtures containing GP gave acceptable slump results within the More >

Manar Ahmed Hamza^1,*, Hanan Abdullah Mengash², Noha Negm³, Radwa Marzouk², Abdelwahed Motwakel¹, Abu Sarwar Zamani¹

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.75, No.2, pp. 4191-4205, 2023, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2023.027050 - 31 March 2023

Abstract Recently, urbanization becomes a major concern for developing as well as developed countries. Owing to the increased urbanization, one of the important challenging issues in smart cities is waste management. So, automated waste detection and classification model becomes necessary for the smart city and to accomplish better recyclable waste management. Effective recycling of waste offers the chance of reducing the quantity of waste disposed to the land fill by minimizing the requirement of collecting raw materials. This study develops a novel Deep Consensus Network with Whale Optimization Algorithm for Recycling Waste Object Detection (DCNWO-RWOD) in… More >

Xing Zhou^1,2,5,6,*, Qi Wang¹, Sai Feng¹, Jingrui Deng¹, Keming Zhu¹, Yun Xing^1,3, Xiaolian Meng³, Xiaojun Wang⁴, Lu Li^5,6

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.11, No.5, pp. 2085-2108, 2023, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2023.025032 - 13 February 2023

Abstract Greenhouse gas emissions from waste plastics have caused global warming all over the world, which has been a central threat to the ecological environment for humans, flora and fauna. Among waste plastics, waste polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is attractive due to its excellent stability and degradation-resistant. Therefore, merging China’s carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals would be beneficial. In this review, we summarize the current state-of-the-art of carbon emission decrease from a multi-scale perspective technologically. We suggest that the carbon peak for waste PET can be achieved by employing the closed-loop supply chain, including recycling, biomass More > Graphic Abstract

M. Sudha^1,*, P. Shanmugapriya², Rami Q. Malik³, Ahmed Alkhayyat⁴

Intelligent Automation & Soft Computing, Vol.36, No.2, pp. 1811-1826, 2023, DOI:10.32604/iasc.2023.032265 - 05 January 2023

Abstract Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN) have revolutionized the processes involved in industrial communication. However, the most important challenge faced by WSN sensors is the presence of limited energy. Multiple research investigations have been conducted so far on how to prolong the energy in WSN. This phenomenon is a result of inability of the network to have battery powered-sensor terminal. Energy-efficient routing on packet flow is a parallel phenomenon to delay nature, whereas the primary energy gets wasted as a result of WSN holes. Energy holes are present in the vicinity of sink and it is an… More >