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Multilayer Polymer Film Analysis Using Py-GC/MS: Qualitative and Quantitative Characterization
Multilayer Polymer Film Analysis Using Py-GC/MS: Qualitative and Quantitative Characterization Introduction Multilayer polymer films are widely used in food packaging because combining different polymers in separate layers can provide multiple functional properties, including gas barrier performance, heat sealability, heat resistance, and printability. However, characterizing these materials can be challenging because several polymers contribute to the…
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Pyrolysis of CFRP and Reforming of Gases Using Zeolite Catalysts
Introduction Carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) is increasingly used in industries such as aviation and automobiles because of its lightweight structure, high strength, and excellent rigidity. However, these same properties make CFRP difficult to recycle. Thermal decomposition, or pyrolysis, is one approach used to recover carbon fibers from CFRP. However, the pyrolysis of the epoxy…
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Analysis of Marine Microplastics Using Pyrolysis-GC/MS: Identifying White Microplastics with Precision
Introduction Microplastic pollution has become one of the most pressing environmental challenges worldwide. Tiny plastic particles, known as microplastics (MPs), are now found in oceans, rivers, soil, and even the food chain, raising concerns about their impact on ecosystems and human health. Accurate identification of these plastic fragments is essential for environmental monitoring and pollution…