11 3D printing-based smart solutions to boost the circular economy
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Vishal Thakur
Abstract
A circular economy is a process of eliminating waste and using resources continuously. A circular economy is an advantageous system for achieving sustainability and resource efficiency that has recently attracted a lot of attention. Additive manufacturing (AM) is a key technology to reduce the consumption of resources and enhance business opportunities. This chapter focused on the recycling processes for waste plastic products, materials that can be recycled, contamination level in the recycling of products, and sustainability aspects for AM of recycled materials. The process of AM is the basis of the new digital manufacturing, increasing the operational and effectiveness of opportunities. A sustainable manufacturing solution that promotes efficiency and environmental sustainability related to the circular economy may be possible using AM techniques. AM using an approach based on the circular economy can offer sufficient advantages for polymer reuse as well as recycling. This chapter contains information on the recycling of thermoplastic waste, increases awareness of the circular economy, and encourages individuals or organizations to make responsible choices to reduce the impact on the environment from the waste.
Abstract
A circular economy is a process of eliminating waste and using resources continuously. A circular economy is an advantageous system for achieving sustainability and resource efficiency that has recently attracted a lot of attention. Additive manufacturing (AM) is a key technology to reduce the consumption of resources and enhance business opportunities. This chapter focused on the recycling processes for waste plastic products, materials that can be recycled, contamination level in the recycling of products, and sustainability aspects for AM of recycled materials. The process of AM is the basis of the new digital manufacturing, increasing the operational and effectiveness of opportunities. A sustainable manufacturing solution that promotes efficiency and environmental sustainability related to the circular economy may be possible using AM techniques. AM using an approach based on the circular economy can offer sufficient advantages for polymer reuse as well as recycling. This chapter contains information on the recycling of thermoplastic waste, increases awareness of the circular economy, and encourages individuals or organizations to make responsible choices to reduce the impact on the environment from the waste.
Chapters in this book
- Frontmatter I
- Contents V
- 1 3D-printed smart functional prototypes as sensors and actuators for robotic applications 1
- 2 Biomimetic-based 3D-printed smart implants 17
- 3 3D-printed self-energized energy storage device for biomedical applications 37
- 4 4D printing of smart thermoplastic composites for online health monitoring 57
- 5 Development of 3D metal-printed smart dental implants 77
- 6 3D metal printing of partially absorbable smart orthopedic implant 101
- 7 Metastructure-based metal 3D printing for innovative application 123
- 8 Partially absorbable 3D-printed implant for health monitoring 141
- 9 Smart foot sensors by 3D bioprinting 155
- 10 3D-printed stockings for controlled drug delivery 167
- 11 3D printing-based smart solutions to boost the circular economy 181
- 12 Life cycle analysis for economic and environmental justification of 3D-printed smart functional prototypes 199
- Index 225
Chapters in this book
- Frontmatter I
- Contents V
- 1 3D-printed smart functional prototypes as sensors and actuators for robotic applications 1
- 2 Biomimetic-based 3D-printed smart implants 17
- 3 3D-printed self-energized energy storage device for biomedical applications 37
- 4 4D printing of smart thermoplastic composites for online health monitoring 57
- 5 Development of 3D metal-printed smart dental implants 77
- 6 3D metal printing of partially absorbable smart orthopedic implant 101
- 7 Metastructure-based metal 3D printing for innovative application 123
- 8 Partially absorbable 3D-printed implant for health monitoring 141
- 9 Smart foot sensors by 3D bioprinting 155
- 10 3D-printed stockings for controlled drug delivery 167
- 11 3D printing-based smart solutions to boost the circular economy 181
- 12 Life cycle analysis for economic and environmental justification of 3D-printed smart functional prototypes 199
- Index 225
