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  1. 1. Evaluating the feasibility of chitosan as an adhesive for wood laminates and as a matrix for transparent wood

    University essay from KTH/Fiber- och polymerteknologi

    Author : Nihar Sakhadeo; [2023]
    Keywords : Transparent wood; Chitosan; Biobased adhesives; Biopolymers; Laminate; Transparent trä; Kitosan; Biobaserad adhesiv; Biopolymer; Laminat;

    Abstract : En av grundpelarna i alla hållbara system är införandet av en cirkulär ekonomi, som främjar återanvändning och återvinning av material. Plast är en av i utmaning i detta avseende på grund av den stora produktionsvolymen variation i sorter och långsamma nedbrytn. READ MORE

  3. 2. Risk assessment of non-intentionally added substances in polyester yarn made from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

    Author : Kristina Arnqvist; [2023]
    Keywords : r-PET; polyester yarn; NIAS; risk assessment;

    Abstract : Polyester is a synthetic material made from polyethylene terephthalate (PET), which is synthesised from fossil raw materials. Many clothing manufacturers are using polyester in their clothing, which, from an environmental perspective, creates a non-sustainable cycle. READ MORE

  4. 3. Battery Assembly Technology in the Nordics : Exploring Opportunities and Challenges for Equipment Manufacturers

    University essay from KTH/Produktionsutveckling

    Author : Steinar Þorsteinsson; [2023]
    Keywords : battery assembly technology; tool manufacturers; e-mobility; energy storage; opportunities; challenges; innovation; sustainability.;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates the opportunities and challenges in battery assembly technology for tool manufacturers in the sectors of e-mobility and energy storage systems in the Nordics. The research aims to understand how equipment manufacturers can contribute to the advancements of batteries and their assembly, ultimately fostering innovation and sustainability in these industries. READ MORE

  5. 4. Synthesis and characterization of a greener poly(vinyl acetate) adhesive

    University essay from KTH/Fiber- och polymerteknologi

    Author : Xiuting Zhang; [2023]
    Keywords : poly vinyl acetate -grafted-chitosan; chitosan; poly vinyl acetate ; ceric ammonium nitrate; green adhesive; poly vinyl acetat -ympad kitosan; poly vinyl acetat ; ceriumammoniumnitrat CAN ; grönt lim;

    Abstract : To produce a greener adhesive is always an issue of concern to the commercial market and global environment. The environmental request for producing greener and bio-based adhesives leads to an increased awareness of replacing fossil-based components in adhesives with bio-based alternatives. READ MORE

  6. 5. Outlook of EV battery pack design trends : Assessment of trend impact from a recycling perspective

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Arvid Johannisson; [2023]
    Keywords : Electric vehicle; Battery pack design trends; Battery pack disassembly; Recyclability; Circular economy; Elfordon; Batteri-pack-design-trender; Batteri-pack-demontering; Återvinningsbarhet; Cirkulär ekonomi;

    Abstract : Electrification is essential to decarbonise the transport sector, which accounts for the highest share of greenhouse gas emissions by all sectors. The transition requires a large amount of batteries which bring challenges, not least when it comes to raw material supply and sustainability issues during the mineral mining. READ MORE