Investigation of the Applicability of a Hybrid Foaming System in a Mixed Plastic Waste Matrix

Publication Name: Periodica Polytechnica Mechanical Engineering

Publication Date: 2025-09-04

Volume: 69

Issue: 3

Page Range: 215-223

Description:

In our research, we investigated the chemical foaming of mixed plastic waste granulate (VMHD) using a combination of endothermic and exothermic foaming agents. We found that increasing the exothermic foaming agent improved cell distribution but reduced flexibility and impact resistance. The highest porosity (30.04%) was achieved with 0.5% endothermic and 3.5% exothermic foaming agents. Our results indicate that the proper ratio of foaming agents is crucial for optimizing the mechanical properties of the material.

Open Access: Yes

DOI: 10.3311/PPme.40846

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