Shi Yin ... 137 pages - Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (February, 2017) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 9811037183 - ISBN-13: 978-9811037184 ...
This book outlines a methodology for producing macro recycled
polypropylene (PP) fibres with optimal mechanical properties and
illustrates the reinforcing effects of recycled PP fibres in concrete.
It describes the great potential of using these fibres in concrete
applications such as footpaths and precast elements. Further, it sheds
new light on the environmental impacts of using recycled PP fibres,
which are evaluated by means of cradle to gate life cycle assessment
based on the Australian context. The use of recycled PP fibre not only
helps reduce consumption of virgin materials like steel or plastic but
also provides an attractive avenue for recycling plastic waste. The book
will appeal to engineers, governments, and solid waste planners, and
offers a valuable reference for the plastic waste recycling and plastic
fibre reinforced concrete industries.