Essays about: "Compression Molding"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 8 essays containing the words Compression Molding.

  1. 1. Concept development of a compression molding machine for biocomposite materials

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Fakulteten för teknik och samhälle (TS)

    Author : Gusten Perttu; Adam Larsson; [2022]
    Keywords : compression molding; biocomposite material; upcycling; machine element; standard beam cases; CAD; finite elemental analysis; hydraulics; mechanical engineering; concept generation; product development; concept development; formpress; gjutforma; biokomposit material; konceptgenerering; produktutveckling; konceptutveckling; hydraulik; finita elementanalys; återanvändning; maskinelement; maskinteknik;

    Abstract : The growing concern with the environmental impacts of disposable products has placed an emphasis on ensuring the sustainability of material systems. A shift in the selection of material can decrease the negative effects of disposable products. READ MORE

  3. 2. Kera-Plast : Exploring the plasticization of keratin-based fibers through compression molded human hair in relation to textile design methods

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

    Author : Romy Franziska Kaiser; [2020]
    Keywords : Compression Molding; Plasticization; Keratin Fiber; Human Hair; Textile Design Methods; Textile Thinking; Textile Activism;

    Abstract : The project Kera-Plast aims to re-loop humans and nature by questioning the current systems and ethics through materiality. Human hair, currently considered as waste, functions as the base for the material exploration fabricated through thermo-compression molding. READ MORE

  4. 3. Production of bio-plastic materials from apple pomace : A new application for the waste material

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

    Author : Jesper Gustafsson; Mikael Landberg; [2018]
    Keywords : Apple pomace; Orange pomace; Biodegradable; Plastics; Mechanical properties;

    Abstract : Extensive quantities of apple pomace are generated annually but disposal of this waste is still much disputed. In EU alone, 500 000 tons are produced every year. Without further treatment, the acidic character of apples with their high sugar and low protein content makes the pomace unsuitable for landfilling and animal feedstock. READ MORE

  5. 4. Towards a bottle weight reduction - Evaluation in a selected milk plant in the United Kingdom

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Förpackningslogistik

    Author : Elena Ascension Baixauli Marin; [2017]
    Keywords : pasteurised milk; milk packaging; HDPE bottles; Light weight; PET bottles; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The United Kingdom is one of the biggest milk producers in the world. The dairy market is a competitive industry where cost is a driving force. Milk is considered a day-to-day product in this country, packaged primarily in HPDE bottles. The need for a cost effective product is driving companies to seek for alternative packaging solutions. READ MORE

  6. 5. Chassis component made of composite material : An investigation of composites in the automotive industry and the redesign of a chassis component

    University essay from KTH/Lättkonstruktioner

    Author : Martin Mohlin; Mikael Hanneberg; [2016]
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    Abstract : The demands on fuel efficiency and environmental friendliness of cars have driven the automotive industry towards composite materials which reduce the weight compared to the traditional aluminum and steel solutions. The purpose of this master thesis is to evaluate the possibility and feasibility of redesigning a high volume metal chassis part in composite materials. READ MORE