Mechanical strength of 3D printed composite panels made of wood waste and recycled PET

The purpose of this work is to investigate the strength of composite panels made from waste wood and recycled PET, subjected to mechanical stress and 3D printed, which could be used in construction or in secondary products such as furniture, packaging and decoration. Working with wood waste is an alternative to disposing of this material in the environment, while at the same time helping to rationalize the use of forest resources. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) is a thermoplastic polymer, a type of plastic that is widely discarded in the environment. Widely used as packaging for drinks and food, plastic bags, mechanical components, etc., its improper disposal contributes to environmental impact and raises concerns about sustainability. PET is the most recycled plastic in the world. The use of 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, provides elements with complex and optimized geometries, through the superimposition of filaments arranged in successive layers as the structures are formed.

Faculty Supervisor:

Flavia Braghiroli

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Partner:

Universidade Federal do Pará

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue

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