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1. Parametric Study for Devulcanization of Waste Tire Rubber Utilizing Deep Eutectic Solvent (DES)

Author

Walvekar Rashmi, Kunju Kishen, Saputra Ricky, Siddiqui Khalid, and Ramarad Suganti

Subjects
Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General), TA1-2040
Abstract

Waste rubber is a polymeric material containing 50% of rubber and is generally referred to as waste tyre rubber. The main purpose of this research is to study ultrasonic devulcanisation of waste rubber utilising deep eutectic solvent (DES) of ZnCl2:Urea by improving process parameters such as sonication time, reaction temperature and rubber: DES mass ratio by effectively cleaving cross-link sulphur bonds. DES was created and prepared by mixing ZnCl2 with urea at 2:7 and 1:4 molar ratios respectively. Physicochemical properties of the prepared DES was measured using DSC, KFT and TGA analysis to find the freezing point, moisture content and degradation temperature, whereby their freezing point below 60°C, moisture content lower than 3.0 wt.% and 200°C degradation temperature average. Rubber to DES mass ratio was varied at 1:20, 1:30 and 1:40 and sonicated for 15 minutes inside ultrasonic water-bath. Samples were placed onto hot plate whereby heating temperature was varied at room temperature, 130°C, 150°C, and 180°C for 15 minutes. Samples were filtered, washed with distilled water and dried in oven for 24 hours. Once dried, samples were taken for analysis using TGA, EDX, FESEM, FTIR and Gel content. Under TGA analysis, most samples have an average degradation temperature of 200°C, hence justifying a successful devulcanisation. EDX analysis shows two occurrences during devulcanisation process which is bond reformation and cleavage. Furthermore, it is determined that heating temperature of 130°C is an important parameter as it is the optimum temperature for ZnCl2:Urea. Under FTIR analysis, it shows that disulphide bond, S-S is the only bond that is being broken while the rest still remains the same. Gel content analysis showed that samples have a lower soluble fraction after devulcanisation process. Finally, FESEM proves that at 130°C and 15 minutes is the optimum temperature and time which is illustrated by the smooth surface at that particular point.

Published
2018
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2. Devulcanization of Waste Tire Rubber Using Amine Based Solvents and Ultrasonic Energy

Author

Walvekar Rashmi, Afiq Zulkefly Mohammad., Ramarad Suganti, and Khalid Siddiqui

Subjects
Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General), TA1-2040
Abstract

This research project focuses on an alternative pathway of devulcanizing waste tire rubber by using amine based chemicals. Waste tire rubbers are known to be as toxic, non-degradable material due to their vulcanized crosslink carbon structure, and disposing of such waste could impose hazardous impacts on the environment. The current rubber recycling methods that are practiced today are rather uneconomical, non-environmentally friendly, and also producing recycled rubber with low quality due to the alteration in the main polymeric chains of waste rubber. This project aims to answer the question of whether the usage of amine can produce high quality rubber, where the properties of recycled rubber is almost the same as new/virgin rubber. With known potential of amine, it is a challenge for the chemical to selectively cleave the sulfur bonds without affecting the main carbon backbone chain in the rubber structure and diminishing much of the rubber properties. To study this research, amine-treated rubber must undergo devulcanisation process by applying heat and sonication energy. Then, the properties of the amine-treated rubber were determined through a set of characterization tests and analysis which are: gel content test to determine the weight of rubber before and after devulcanization, the thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) to determine the thermal degradation and stability of rubber, and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) to determine any structural change of the rubber. In this research so far, the first two preliminary analysis tests have been performed. The gel content test has shown that tertiary amine samples possessed a lower gel content (%) of (77 – 63 %), compared to primary amine samples (falls within the range of 80%), as well as the TGA test in which tertiary amine samples degrade faster than primary amine samples (suggesting a higher degree of rubber structure breakdown). For each type of amine, the concertation of amine did not play a major role in affecting the degree of devulcanization (as the concentration increased, the degree of devulcanization decreased for some samples). FTIR analysis showed that only sulphur-sulphur bonds were cleaved during the devulcanization process, leaving the carbon-sulphur bonds unaffected.

Published
2018
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4. Improving the properties of reclaimed waste tire rubber by blending with poly(ethylene-co-vinyl acetate) and electron beam irradiation

Author

Ramarad, Suganti

Subjects
628.4, TD Environmental technology. Sanitary engineering, TP Chemical technology
Abstract

Non-degradable waste tire generation around the world is growing at an alarming rate. Diversifying the recycling route of these waste tires is essential to solve the problem. One way is to incorporate them into polymers and convert them into new products. However, incorporation of ground tire rubber into thermoplastics has been hampered due to lack of toughness and adhesion between phases. To address the issue, this study utilized reclaimed waste tire rubber (RTR) instead; and evaluated the properties of RTR and poly(ethylene-co-vinyl acetate) (EVA) blends. The properties of the RTR/EVA blends were further enhanced by compatibilization and electron beam irradiation. Processing, mechanical, thermal and dynamic mechanical properties of RTR were tremendously improved by blending with EVA. However, the interfacial adhesion was found to lack in the blends. Compatibilization by reactive, physical and combination strategies were explored utilizing (3-Aminopropyl)triethoxy silane (APS), liquid styrene butadiene rubber (LR) and maleated EVA (MAEVA), respectively. APS and MAEVA were found to be the most and least favourable compatibilizer, respectively. Apart from functioning as reactive compatibilizer, APS also reclaimed the RTR phase further. These lead to improved dispersion of smaller RTR phase in EVA matrix and enhanced the interfacial adhesion. Electron beam irradiation revealed the presence of radical stabilizing and scavenging additives within RTR which retards the crosslinking process in RTR and RTR/EVA blends. Though chain scissions were predominant; study showed the replacement of S-S and S-C bonds with stronger and stiffer C-C bonds ensures the retention of RTR and RTR/EVA blends properties upon irradiation. Compatibilization of RTR/EVA blend by APS (50RTR/5APS) also improved the crosslinking efficiency. However, the blend still suffered from oxidative degradation from irradiation in air. Radiation sensitizers, trimethylol propane triacrylate (TMPTA), tripropylene glycol diacrylate (TPGDA) and N,N-1,3 Phenylene Bismaleimide (HVA2), were used to accelerate the irradiation induced crosslinking in RTR and 50RTR/5APS blends. Presence of radiation sensitizers leads to simultaneous improvement in toughness and tensile strength of RTR and 50RTR/5APS blends. Elastic capacity of RTR phase was restored and interfacial adhesion enhanced in the presence of radiation sensitizers.

Published
2016

12. Melt behavior of polypropylene‐co‐ethylene composites filled with dual component of sago and kenaf natural filler.

Author

Rahim, Nor Azura Abdul, Xian, Loo Yu, Munusamy, Yamuna, Zakaria, Zunaida, and Ramarad, Suganti

Subjects
KENAF, FLOW instability, STREAMFLOW, INTERFACIAL tension, PSEUDOPLASTIC fluids, SURFACE tension, STARCH
Abstract

A dual component natural filler system featuring discrete function appears to be suitable for modulating smooth flow of pseudo‐plastic into formulated biodegradable polymer composite. Polypropylene‐co‐ethylene (PPcoE) filled with sago starch and different kenaf powder loadings were compounded using co‐rotating twin‐screw extruder to produce dual component polymer composite. The flow characteristics of the composites were measured using capillary rheometer and Bagley corrections were performed to achieve the true rheological data. In addition, data collected from the twin‐screw extruder were used to calculate the composite apparent rheological value. The flow properties of PPcoE filled with sago starch (PPcoE/sago) exhibited deviation from the common non‐Newtonian thermoplastic flow paths at high shear rates. Interestingly, the addition of kenaf powder into the PPcoE/sago starch blend stabilized the melted composite flow stream. The calculation of interfacial tension revealed that the flow corrections were related to the phase selective localization of kenaf particle, which preferably embedded between the sago particles rather than in the surrounding PPcoE phase thus reducing the effect of sago clustering. At higher extrusion temperature, the extruded composite indicated sign of flow instability due to factors of high amount of kenaf powder loading and the degradation of sago starch and PPcoE chains. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2022
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14. Improved crystallinity and dynamic mechanical properties of reclaimed waste tire rubber/EVA blends under the influence of electron beam irradiation

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Ramarad, Suganti, Ratnam, Chantara Thevy, Mohammad Khalid, Abdullah, Luqman Chuah, Hanson, Svenja, Ramarad, Suganti, Ratnam, Chantara Thevy, Mohammad Khalid, Abdullah, Luqman Chuah, and Hanson, Svenja

Abstract

Dependence on automobiles has led to a huge amount of waste tires produced annually around the globe. In this study, the feasibility of recycling these waste tires by blending reclaimed waste tire rubber (RTR) with poly(ethylene-co-vinyl acetate) (EVA) and electron beam irradiation was studied. The RTR/EVA blends containing 100–0 wt% of RTR were prepared in the internal mixer followed by electron beam (EB) irradiation with doses ranging from 50 to 200 kGy. The processing torques, calorimetric and dynamic mechanical properties of the blends were studied. Blends were found to have lower processing torque indicating easier processability of RTR/EVA blends compared to EVA. RTR domains were found to be dispersed in EVA matrix, whereas, irradiation improved the dispersion of RTR into smaller domains in EVA matrix. Results showed the addition of EVA improves the efficiency of irradiation induced crosslink formation and dynamic mechanical properties of the blends at the expense of the calorimetric properties. Storage and loss modulus of 50 wt% RTR blend was higher than RTR and EVA, suggesting partial miscibility of the blend. Whereas, electron beam irradiation improved the calorimetric properties and dynamic mechanical properties of the blends through redistribution of RTR in smaller domain sizes within EVA.

Published
2017

17. Irradiation cross-linking of ethylene vinyl acetate/waste tire dust: effect of multifunctional acrylates

Author

Ratnam, Chantara Thevy, Ramarad, Suganti, Siddiqui, Mohd Khalid, Zainal Abidin, Anis Sakinah, Abdullah, Luqman Chuah, Ratnam, Chantara Thevy, Ramarad, Suganti, Siddiqui, Mohd Khalid, Zainal Abidin, Anis Sakinah, and Abdullah, Luqman Chuah

Abstract

In an attempt to maximize the beneficial effect of irradiation, the influence of multifunctional acrylates (MFAs) such as trimethylol propane triacrylate, ethylene glycol dimethacrylate, trimethylol propane trimethacrylate, and tripropylene glycol diacrylate on the 90/10 ethylene vinyl acetate/waste tire dust (EVA/WTD) were studied. The 90/10 EVA/WTD and EVA-containing 4 phr MFA prepared using a Haake mixer at 140°C and 50 r min−1 rotor speed. The blends were then irradiated using a 3.0-MeV electron beam machine. Results on gel fraction revealed that EVA/WTD blends were cross-linked by electron beam irradiation. Among the MFA employed in this studies, TPGDA was found to render highest tensile strength with the best retention in elongation at break and increased heat of fusion and crystallinity of blends upon irradiation. The changes in the properties of EVA/WTD blends upon irradiation are attributed to the cross-linking of the EVA matrix. The changes in crystallinity and crystalline melting temperatures of EVA/WTD blends upon irradiation are discussed in detail.

Published
2016

19. Waste tire rubber in polymer blends: a review on the evolution, properties and future

Author

Ramarad, Suganti, Siddiqui, Mohammad Khalid, Ratnam, Chantara Thevy, Abdullah, Luqman Chuah, Walvekar, Rashmi Gangasa, Ramarad, Suganti, Siddiqui, Mohammad Khalid, Ratnam, Chantara Thevy, Abdullah, Luqman Chuah, and Walvekar, Rashmi Gangasa

Abstract

This review addresses the progress in waste tire recycling with a particular attention to incorporation of waste tire rubber (WTR) into polymeric matrices. Methods of waste tire downsizing, importance of WTR characterization and current practice of WTR modification has been emphasized. Detailed discussion on influence of WTR size, loading, modification, compatibilization and crosslinking on the rheological, mechanical and thermal properties of rubber, thermoplastic and thermoplastic elastomer blends utilizing WTR has been reported. By far, thermoplastic elastomer blends; though still in its infancy; has shown the most promising properties balance which is capable of commercialization. Rubber/WTR blends also show ease of processing and acceptable properties. Thermoplastic/WTR blends suffers in term of toughness and elongation at break. However, the waste thermoplastic/WTR is a viable solution to address polymeric waste problem. Review also highlights the lack of studies concentrating on dynamic mechanical, aging, thermal and swelling properties of WTR polymeric blends.

Published
2015

20. Surface modification of nanohydroxyapatite and its loading effect on polylactic acid properties for load bearing implants.

Author

Michael, Feven Mattews, Ratnam, Chantara Thevy, Khalid, Mohammad, Ramarad, Suganti, and Walvekar, Rashmi

Subjects
HYDROXYAPATITE, POLYLACTIC acid, TENSILE strength, NANOCOMPOSITE materials, AGGLOMERATION (Materials)
Abstract

Blends of polylactic acid (PLA) and nanohydroxyapatite (NHA) were prepared through melt‐mixing by varying the composition of NHA from 1 to 5 wt%. The tensile properties of the PLA‐1 wt% NHA nanocomposite exhibited higher values than neat PLA. Beyond 1 wt% NHA, a drop in tensile properties of the PLA–NHA nanocomposites was observed due to agglomeration and poor interfacial adhesion between NHA and PLA. Therefore, NHA was surface modified (mNHA) using three different surface modifiers namely, 3‐aminopropyl triethoxysilane (APTES), sodium n‐dodecyl sulfate (SDS) and polyethylenimine (PEI). The surface treatment of NHA was studied through Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and energy dispersive X‐ray (EDX). Results revealed that the tensile properties increased in order of PLA‐5 wt% mNHA (APTES) followed by PLA‐5 wt% mNHA (SDS), whereas PEI modified NHA resulted in lower tensile properties. Further, increasing mNHA loading to 30 wt%, decreased the tensile strength due to agglomeration of mNHA. POLYM. COMPOS., 39:2880–2888, 2018. © 2016 Society of Plastics Engineers [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2018
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24. Effect of electron beam irradiation on (waste tire dust)-filled ethylene vinyl acetate in the presence of bisphenol a diglycidyl ether.

Author

Michael, Feven Mattews, Khalid, Mohammad, Ratnam, Chantara Thevy, Walvekar, Rashmi, Ramarad, Suganti, and Ramli, Syuhada

Subjects
WASTE tires, ELECTRON beams, ETHYLENE-vinyl acetate, BISPHENOL A, PLASTICIZERS
Abstract

The effect of bisphenol A diglycidyl ether (BADGE) and electron beam (EB) irradiation on the properties of waste tire dust (WTD) -filled ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) has been studied. The EVA/WTD ratio was fixed to 80:20, whereas the BADGE concentration varied from 1 to 5 wt%. The samples were then irradiated using a 3.0-MeV EB machine at 50 kGy to 200 kGy at increments of 50 kGy. All the samples were subjected to various mechanical, physical, and thermal tests. Prior to irradiation, the mechanical properties of the composites show a gradual decrease with increasing BADGE concentration. Such observation is attributed to the plasticizing effect of the BADGE, as indicated by the reduction in mixing torque and a 14% increase in the elongation at break with the addition of 5 wt% BADGE. Results of gel fraction indicated that BADGE did not accelerate the irradiation-induced crosslinking of EVA/WTD composites. The scanning electron micrographs and tan δ curves of EVA/WTD composites showed evidence that the addition of BADGE and EB irradiation of the EVA/WTD improves the compatibility of the composite. The overall results revealed that the irradiated EVA/WTD composite without BADGE gives a better enhancement in mechanical properties compared with the composites incorporated with the BADGE. J. VINYL ADDIT. TECHNOL., 23:172-180, 2017. © 2015 Society of Plastics Engineers [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2017
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27. Water Absorption And Tensile Properties Of Kenaf Bast Fiber- Plasticized Poly(Lactic Acid) Biocomposites.

Author

Mat Taib, R, Ramarad, Suganti, Mohd Ishak, Z A, Todo, M, Mat Taib, R, Ramarad, Suganti, Mohd Ishak, Z A, and Todo, M

Abstract

Increasing awareness on the environmental safety coupled with new rules and regulations has forced manufacturers to consider biodegradable materials for their products.The aim of this work was to investigate tensile properties and water absorption behavior of biocomposites from kenaf bast fiber and poly(lactic acid).The composites were prepared by Haake internal mixer and compression molding.

Published
2008

28. Preparation And Properties Of Kenaf Bast Fiber Filled (Plasticized) Poly (Lactic Acid) Composites [QP801.B69 S947 2008 f rb].

Author

Ramarad, Suganti and Ramarad, Suganti

Abstract

Komposit poli(laktik asid) diplastik (p-PLA) terisi gentian kayu kenaf (KBF) telah disediakan dan dikaji secara berperingkat. Pertamanya, poli(laktik asid) (PLA) telah diperlembutkan dengan 5 hingga 20% berat poli(etilena glikol) (PEG) menggunakan pencampur dalaman. Kenaf bast fiber (KBF) filled plasticized poly(lactic acid) (p-PLA) composites was prepared and examined stage by stage in this study. Firstly, poly(lactic acid) (PLA) was plasticized with 5 up to 20 wt% poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) via internal mixer.

Published
2008

29. Preparation And Properties Of Kenaf Bast Fiber Filled (Plasticized) Poly(Lactic Acid) Composites

Author

Ramarad, Suganti and Ramarad, Suganti

Abstract

Komposit poli(Iaktik asid) diplastik (p-PLA) terisi gentian kayu kenaf (KBF) telah disediakan dan dikaji secara berperingkat. Pertamanya, poli(Iaktik asid) (PLA) telah diperlembutkan dengan 5 hingga 20% berat poli(etilena glikol) (PEG) menggunakan pencampur dalaman. Adunan dengan 10% berat PEG dipilih sebagai matriks komposit kerana ia mempunyai kekuatan hentaman dan pemanjangan takat putus yang terbaik. Kedua, PLA dicangkuk maleik anhidrat (MAPLA) berjaya dihasilkan dengan 0.22% pencangkukan melalui kaedah pencangkukan reaktif Komposit p-PLA/KBF telah disebatikan di dalam pencampur dalaman dan diacuan mampat ke bentuk sampel ujian. Kandungan KBF diubah dari 10 hingga 40% berat. Pencirian telah dilakukan melalui ujian tensil dan hentaman, analisis mekanikal dinamik, penyerapan air, penanaman dalam tanah dan pencuacaan semulajadi. Pad a pembebanan 40% berat KBF, kekuatan tensil dan modulus masing-masing meningkat sebanyak 120% dan 213%, manakala pemanjangan takat putus dan kekuatan hentaman masing-masing menurun sebanyak 99% dan 52%, berbanding pPLA tidak terisi KBF. Kenaf bast fiber (KBF) filled plasticized poly(lactic acid) (p-PLA) composites was prepared and examined stage by stage in this study. Firstly, poly(lactic acid) (PLA) was plasticized with 5 up to 20 wt% poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) via internal mixer. Blend with 10 wt% PEG was chosen as matrix for composite as it showed the best impact strength and elongation at break. Secondly, maleic anhydride grafted PLA (MAPLA) was successfully produced with 0.22% grafting using reactive grafting method, and used as a compatibilizer for the composite system. p-PLAlKBF composite was compounded via internal mixer and compression molded into test specimens. KBF loading was varied from 10 to 40 wt%. Characterization was done by means of tensile and impact testing, dynamic mechanical analysis, water absorption, soil burial and natural weathering. At 40 wt% KBF loading, tensile strength and modulus improved by 120% and 213

Published
2008

30. Irradiation cross-linking of ethylene vinyl acetate/waste tire dust.

Author

Thevy Ratnam, Chantara, Ramarad, Suganti, Siddiqui, Mohd Khalid, Abidin, Anis Sakinah Zainal, and Chuah, Luqman T. G.

Subjects
*WASTE tires, *IRRADIATION, *VINYL acetate, *ETHYLENE glycol, *ELECTRON beams, *CRYSTALLINITY, *CROSSLINKING (Polymerization)
Abstract

In an attempt to maximize the beneficial effect of irradiation, the influence of multifunctional acrylates (MFAs) such as trimethylol propane triacrylate, ethylene glycol dimethacrylate, trimethylol propane trimethacrylate, and tripropylene glycol diacrylate on the 90/10 ethylene vinyl acetate/waste tire dust (EVA/WTD) were studied. The 90/10 EVA/WTD and EVA-containing 4 phr MFA prepared using a Haake mixer at 140°C and 50 r min−1 rotor speed. The blends were then irradiated using a 3.0-MeV electron beam machine. Results on gel fraction revealed that EVA/WTD blends were cross-linked by electron beam irradiation. Among the MFA employed in this studies, TPGDA was found to render highest tensile strength with the best retention in elongation at break and increased heat of fusion and crystallinity of blends upon irradiation. The changes in the properties of EVA/WTD blends upon irradiation are attributed to the cross-linking of the EVA matrix. The changes in crystallinity and crystalline melting temperatures of EVA/WTD blends upon irradiation are discussed in detail. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2016
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32. Improving the properties of reclaimed waste tire rubber by blending with poly(ethylene- co-vinyl acetate) and electron beam irradiation.

Author

Ramarad, Suganti, Ratnam, Chantara Thevy, Khalid, Mohammad, and Chuah, A. Luqman

Subjects
RECYCLING & the environment, CRUMB rubber, RUBBER mixing, ELECTRON beams, IRRADIATION, VINYL acetate, THERMOPLASTIC composites, THERMOGRAVIMETRY
Abstract

ABSTRACT Scrap rubber reclamation is one of the most desirable approaches to solve the disposal problem of used tires. However, reclaimed tire rubber (RTR) has not gained enough attention due to its poor properties. In this work, the effects of poly(ethylene- co-vinyl acetate) (EVA) addition and electron beam (EB) irradiation on the properties of RTR were studied. The RTR/EVA blends containing 100-0 wt % of RTR were prepared in the internal mixer followed by EB irradiation with doses ranging from 50 to 200 kGy. The RTR/EVA blends were subjected to mechanical, gel content, thermal, and morphological analysis. It was found that the addition of EVA to RTR improved the mechanical properties of RTR. However, results revealed that RTR undergoes irradiation-induced crosslinking in a relatively lesser extent as compared to EVA. This observation is associated with the stabilization and radical scavenging effects of additives, which are present in the RTR matrix. © 2014 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J. Appl. Polym. Sci. 2015, 132, 41649. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2015
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34. Improving the properties of reclaimed waste tire rubber by blending with poly(ethylene-co-vinyl acetate) and electron beam irradiation

Author

Ramarad, Suganti and Ramarad, Suganti

Abstract

Non-degradable waste tire generation around the world is growing at an alarming rate. Diversifying the recycling route of these waste tires is essential to solve the problem. One way is to incorporate them into polymers and convert them into new products. However, incorporation of ground tire rubber into thermoplastics has been hampered due to lack of toughness and adhesion between phases. To address the issue, this study utilized reclaimed waste tire rubber (RTR) instead; and evaluated the properties of RTR and poly(ethylene-co-vinyl acetate) (EVA) blends. The properties of the RTR/EVA blends were further enhanced by compatibilization and electron beam irradiation. Processing, mechanical, thermal and dynamic mechanical properties of RTR were tremendously improved by blending with EVA. However, the interfacial adhesion was found to lack in the blends. Compatibilization by reactive, physical and combination strategies were explored utilizing (3-Aminopropyl)triethoxy silane (APS), liquid styrene butadiene rubber (LR) and maleated EVA (MAEVA), respectively. APS and MAEVA were found to be the most and least favourable compatibilizer, respectively. Apart from functioning as reactive compatibilizer, APS also reclaimed the RTR phase further. These lead to improved dispersion of smaller RTR phase in EVA matrix and enhanced the interfacial adhesion. Electron beam irradiation revealed the presence of radical stabilizing and scavenging additives within RTR which retards the crosslinking process in RTR and RTR/EVA blends. Though chain scissions were predominant; study showed the replacement of S-S and S-C bonds with stronger and stiffer C-C bonds ensures the retention of RTR and RTR/EVA blends properties upon irradiation. Compatibilization of RTR/EVA blend by APS (50RTR/5APS) also improved the crosslinking efficiency. However, the blend still suffered from oxidative degradation from irradiation in air. Radiation sensitizers, trimethylol propane triacrylate (TMPTA), tripropylene

35. Improving the properties of reclaimed waste tire rubber by blending with poly(ethylene-co-vinyl acetate) and electron beam irradiation

Author

Ramarad, Suganti and Ramarad, Suganti

Abstract

Non-degradable waste tire generation around the world is growing at an alarming rate. Diversifying the recycling route of these waste tires is essential to solve the problem. One way is to incorporate them into polymers and convert them into new products. However, incorporation of ground tire rubber into thermoplastics has been hampered due to lack of toughness and adhesion between phases. To address the issue, this study utilized reclaimed waste tire rubber (RTR) instead; and evaluated the properties of RTR and poly(ethylene-co-vinyl acetate) (EVA) blends. The properties of the RTR/EVA blends were further enhanced by compatibilization and electron beam irradiation. Processing, mechanical, thermal and dynamic mechanical properties of RTR were tremendously improved by blending with EVA. However, the interfacial adhesion was found to lack in the blends. Compatibilization by reactive, physical and combination strategies were explored utilizing (3-Aminopropyl)triethoxy silane (APS), liquid styrene butadiene rubber (LR) and maleated EVA (MAEVA), respectively. APS and MAEVA were found to be the most and least favourable compatibilizer, respectively. Apart from functioning as reactive compatibilizer, APS also reclaimed the RTR phase further. These lead to improved dispersion of smaller RTR phase in EVA matrix and enhanced the interfacial adhesion. Electron beam irradiation revealed the presence of radical stabilizing and scavenging additives within RTR which retards the crosslinking process in RTR and RTR/EVA blends. Though chain scissions were predominant; study showed the replacement of S-S and S-C bonds with stronger and stiffer C-C bonds ensures the retention of RTR and RTR/EVA blends properties upon irradiation. Compatibilization of RTR/EVA blend by APS (50RTR/5APS) also improved the crosslinking efficiency. However, the blend still suffered from oxidative degradation from irradiation in air. Radiation sensitizers, trimethylol propane triacrylate (TMPTA), tripropylene

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