EXTRUSION OF 3D PRINTING FILAMENT FROM WASTE PLASTIC

EXTRUSION OF 3D PRINTING FILAMENT FROM WASTE PLASTIC

V. Nanda Gopal Reddy¹, J. Manikanta¹, K. Saketh¹, A. Teja¹, CH. Hari Krishna¹, K. Babu Raja²

¹UG Students, Department of Mechanical Engineering, NRI Institute of Technology, Pothavarapadu, Eluru (district), AP, India- 521212.

²Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, NRI Institute of Technology, NRI Institute of Technology, Pothavarapadu, Eluru (district), AP, India- 521212.

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Abstract -:  In recent times, the issue of plastic recycling has become one of the leading issues of environmental protection and waste management. Polymer materials have been found an application in many areas of daily life and industry. Along with their extended use, the problem of plastic waste appeared because, after withdrawal from use, they became persistent and noxious wastes. The possibility of reusing polymeric materials gives the possibility of valorization a second life and enables effective waste utilization to obtain consumable products. The 3D printing market is a well-growing sector. Printable filaments can be made from a variety of thermoplastic materials, including those from recycling. The production of filaments for 3D printers from recycled polymers is the alternative present approach. The possibility of recycling basic thermoplastic materials.

Key Words: 3D Printing, Filament, Recycling, Polymer, Plastic, Waste Management, Extruder.