Abstract
Polycarbonate (PC) is emerging as one of the fastest-growing engineering plastics, but its potential for its application in a circular economy requires further investigation. This research explores the technical feasibility, carbon footprint, and economic impact of recycling injection moulding PC waste via fused deposition modelling (FDM) at a biotechnology manufacturer plant in the UK. The results show that recycling moulded PC scrap using FDM yields 3D printed parts with 88–98 % of virgin PC mechanical properties, produces nearly 70 % less carbon footprint, and saves up to 88 % of costs than utilizing virgin PC material.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 61-65 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | CIRP Annals - Manufacturing Technology |
| Volume | 74 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - Jan 2025 |
| Externally published | Yes |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
Free Keywords
- Additive manufacturing
- Fused deposition modelling
- Recycling
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
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