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Design and Development of a Compact Plastic Shredder for Recycling of ABS and PLA Thermoplastics

Authors
Muhammad Usman Shahid1, Muhammad Noman Shahid1, Shummaila Rasheed1, *
1Department of Mechanical Engineering, Capital University of Science and Technology, 45750, Islamabad, Pakistan
*Corresponding author. Email: shummaila@cust.edu.pk
Corresponding Author
Shummaila Rasheed
Available Online 24 December 2024.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-602-4_39How to use a DOI?
Keywords
ABS and PLA thermoplastics; shedder; finite element analysis; sustainability
Abstract

The accumulation of plastic waste is a significant environmental challenge, particularly in developing regions where recycling infrastructure is limited. This paper presents the development of a compact plastic shredder specifically designed to process ABS and PLA thermoplastics. The shredder offers a practical and efficient solution for small-scale recycling operations, bridging the gap between the need for recycling and the availability of suitable technology. The design process involved comprehensive modeling and analysis to ensure the shredder’s efficiency and durability. Key components such as gears, couplings, and belt systems were designed and evaluated to meet performance criteria, focusing on reducing costs and maximizing effectiveness. Finite Element Analysis (FEA) was employed to assess the mechanical integrity of the shredder under various operational conditions, confirming its capability to withstand stresses and perform reliably. The shredding efficiency is 85%, and the throughput rate is 50 kg/h, which is competitive with other small-scale solutions. The results highlight the potential of this technology to improve recycling efforts in resource-constrained settings, contributing to a reduction in plastic pollution and supporting environmental sustainability.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Key Enabling Technologies (KEYTECH 2024)
Series
Atlantis Highlights in Engineering
Publication Date
24 December 2024
ISBN
978-94-6463-602-4
ISSN
2589-4943
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-602-4_39How to use a DOI?
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© 2024 The Author(s)
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Open Access This chapter is licensed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/), which permits any noncommercial use, sharing, adaptation, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, as long as you give appropriate credit to the original author(s) and the source, provide a link to the Creative Commons license and indicate if changes were made.

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