In this study, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) was employed to compare the environmental impacts of bio-based polymers with those of conventional plastics in the automotive sector. Energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, land use, water consumption, and end-of-life treatment were analyzed throughout the material life cycle. Findings indicate that traditional plastics, while cost-effective and durable, contribute …

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Bio-Based Polymers vs. Conventional Plastics in Automotive EngineeringRead More

Intelligent packaging materials have emerged as a significant innovation in the fruit and vegetable manufacturing industry, offering the potential to improve product quality, enhance food safety, and extend shelf life. The technology, including components like sensors, indicators, and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags, provides real-time insights into the condition of packaged produce by monitoring parameters …

Intelligent Packaging Applications in the Fruit and Vegetable Manufacturing Industry: Recent Advancements, Limitations and Future OutlookRead More

Carbon fiber-reinforced polymer composite is used in various industries such as aerospace, automobile, and civil engineering. During the manufacturing stage and end-user stage, carbon fiber composite material is subjected to different kinds of damage, such as delamination, de-bonding, and fiber breakages. Those damages may lead to destroying the application with a life-threatening catastrophe. To identify …

Eddy Current Inspection-based Damage Detection of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer CompositesRead More