Chemical recycling of poly(ethylene terephthalate)<i>via</i>sequential glycolysis, oleoyl chloride esterification and vulcanization to yield durable composites
Claudia V. Lopez, Rhett C. Smith
Abstract
Glycolyzed PET was esterified then vulcanized to produce composites with strength exceeding that of mineral cement. The process may allow replacing environmentally-damaging materials while recycling plastic waste.
Topics & Concepts
VulcanizationMaterials scienceYield (engineering)Poly ethyleneComposite materialEthylenePlastic wasteCementWaste managementOrganic chemistryChemistryNatural rubberCatalysisEngineeringbiodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesSynthesis and properties of polymersPolymer crystallization and properties