International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET)
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Plastic Waste Management in Construction: Exploring the Potential of Plastic Bricks Harshvardhan Dnyandeo Kamble1, Dr. Chandrakant Balkrishna Pol2 1Student, Dept. of Civil-Structure Engineering, Walchand College of Engineering, Sangli, Maharashtra, India 2Associate Professor, Dept. of Walchand College of Engineering, Sangli, Maharashtra, India
---------------------------------------------------------------------***--------------------------------------------------------------------Abstract-The increasing generation of plastic waste, driven 1.1. Research gap by population growth, urbanization, and changes in lifestyle, has become a significant environmental challenge. This study focuses on addressing this issue by exploring the use of plastic waste in brick production. The objective is to reduce plastic waste and its environmental impact while creating a sustainable alternative for construction materials. The research methodology involves conducting compression and tension tests on plastic and conventional bricks, as well as designing a three-floor building structure using computeraided software. The results of the testing and analysis indicate that plastic bricks exhibit superior mechanical properties, including higher yield stress, elongation, and tensile strength, compared to conventional bricks. Moreover, cost analysis reveals the potential for economic benefits in utilizing plastic waste for brick manufacturing. This research contributes to the field by providing insights into the feasibility and benefits of incorporating plastic waste into construction materials, thereby addressing the environmental challenges associated with plastic waste and promoting sustainable building practices.
The literature review revealed that several studies have been conducted on the utilization of plastic in brick production to reduce soil content. These studies involved experiments using plastic to plastic brick for analyses the strength characteristics. Additionally, experimental studies have explored the use of different materials as binders for plastic bricks. The current study aims to focus on producing plastic bricks without soil content and subjecting them to testing using a Universal Testing Machine (UTM).
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1) To validate the formulation of a problem statement, development of methodology, and defining performance objective for analysis. 2) To characterize the plain plastic brick through experimental studies.
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Key Words: Plastic Waste, Environmental Challenge, Non-Biodegradable, Sustainable Solutions, Experimental Study, Strength Analysis, Plastic Bricks, Alternative Building Materials, Methodology, Comparable Strength, Plastic Waste Crisis.
The generation of plastic waste is on the rise, with an exponential increase occurring every decade due to factors like population growth, urbanization, and changes in lifestyle. India's high population density poses a particular challenge in managing this plastic waste, which not only persists in the environment but also contributes to land and water pollution. Polyethylene (PE) is a commonly used plastic, especially in single-use items like carry bags and bottles, further impairing the issue. To address this problem, recycling plastic waste into plastic bricks presents a viable solution. However, certain plastics, such as HDPE and PTE, are hazardous, and the presence of microplastics below 50 microns in soil threatens its fertility. The improper disposal of plastic waste also pollutes the oceans and endangers marine life. Consequently, recycling plastic waste into bricks can help mitigate the environmental impact of plastic by reducing pollution and the demand for traditional building materials, leading to environmental benefits.
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Scope of work
The methodology for this study was developed based on a thorough literature review, which revealed a gap in the existing research. This review helped to identify the need for further investigation in the field. The methodology was then designed to address this research gap and contribute new insights and solutions. The study aimed to conduct a comprehensive investigation by casting bricks using different types of plastic and subjecting them to testing using a Universal Testing Machine. The objective of the testing was to assess the strength of the plastic bricks. The procedure involved moulding the plastic into brick shapes, allowing them to set and dry. The results obtained from this testing process were utilized to evaluate the feasibility of utilizing plastic materials in brick manufacturing.
1. INTRODUCTION
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Objectives of proposed study
2. METHODOLOGY 2.1. Introduction The methodology section outlined the process and techniques used to collect and analyse data in the research study. This involved conducting compression test on plastic bricks and conventional bricks and tension tests on bamboo to evaluate the strength feasibility of plastic bricks in construction.
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