Eco-Design of Polymer Matrix Composite Parts: A Review

This research presents a series of analyses related to the eco-design of polymer matrix composite parts, addressing various aspects of it. The main objective was to clarify the definition of ecological design, the benefits of its implementation and its importance in all stages of obtaining a product...

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Main Authors: Sergiu Lazăr, Dan Dobrotă, Radu-Eugen Breaz, Sever-Gabriel Racz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-09-01
Series:Polymers
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/15/17/3634
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author Sergiu Lazăr
Dan Dobrotă
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description This research presents a series of analyses related to the eco-design of polymer matrix composite parts, addressing various aspects of it. The main objective was to clarify the definition of ecological design, the benefits of its implementation and its importance in all stages of obtaining a product (design, manufacturing, recycling). Global environmental issues are presented, emphasizing the importance of adopting sustainable approaches in product design and manufacturing. Special attention is paid to the analysis of waste recycling technologies for polymer matrix composite materials. The analysis carried out identifies specific ecological design principles applicable to these materials and presents recent trends in the field. Relevant case studies are highlighted, demonstrating the benefits of ecological design in order to obtain sustainable products. Additionally, the conducted research allowed for finding answers to the questions “what”, “why”, “when” and “how” it is necessary to apply the principles of eco-design in the case of composite materials with a polymer matrix. In general, the research promotes eco-design as an indispensable strategy for sustainable and responsible production, inspiring companies to adopt these principles for the benefit of the environment and their business performance.
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spelling doaj.art-30304215c36748b3965d0c8d2a2c96132023-11-19T08:44:22ZengMDPI AGPolymers2073-43602023-09-011517363410.3390/polym15173634Eco-Design of Polymer Matrix Composite Parts: A ReviewSergiu Lazăr0Dan Dobrotă1Radu-Eugen Breaz2Sever-Gabriel Racz3Faculty of Engineering, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, 550024 Sibiu, RomaniaFaculty of Engineering, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, 550024 Sibiu, RomaniaFaculty of Engineering, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, 550024 Sibiu, RomaniaFaculty of Engineering, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, 550024 Sibiu, RomaniaThis research presents a series of analyses related to the eco-design of polymer matrix composite parts, addressing various aspects of it. The main objective was to clarify the definition of ecological design, the benefits of its implementation and its importance in all stages of obtaining a product (design, manufacturing, recycling). Global environmental issues are presented, emphasizing the importance of adopting sustainable approaches in product design and manufacturing. Special attention is paid to the analysis of waste recycling technologies for polymer matrix composite materials. The analysis carried out identifies specific ecological design principles applicable to these materials and presents recent trends in the field. Relevant case studies are highlighted, demonstrating the benefits of ecological design in order to obtain sustainable products. Additionally, the conducted research allowed for finding answers to the questions “what”, “why”, “when” and “how” it is necessary to apply the principles of eco-design in the case of composite materials with a polymer matrix. In general, the research promotes eco-design as an indispensable strategy for sustainable and responsible production, inspiring companies to adopt these principles for the benefit of the environment and their business performance.https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/15/17/3634eco-designcomposite materialseco-innovationsustainable design
spellingShingle Sergiu Lazăr
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Eco-Design of Polymer Matrix Composite Parts: A Review
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eco-design
composite materials
eco-innovation
sustainable design
title Eco-Design of Polymer Matrix Composite Parts: A Review
title_full Eco-Design of Polymer Matrix Composite Parts: A Review
title_fullStr Eco-Design of Polymer Matrix Composite Parts: A Review
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title_short Eco-Design of Polymer Matrix Composite Parts: A Review
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topic eco-design
composite materials
eco-innovation
sustainable design
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