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Lecturer(s)
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Šmidák Karel, Ing.
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Beran Rudolf, Ing. Ph.D.
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Honzíček Jan, doc. Ing. Ph.D.
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Filipi Michaela, Ing. Ph.D.
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Bayerová Petra, Ing. Ph.D.
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Course content
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1 - Introduction to sustainability in polymer chemistry (basic concepts, circular economy, life cycle analysis, carbon footprint). 2 - Plastic separation, detection techniques, contaminants. 3 - Mechanical recycling of thermoplastics. 4 - Chemical recycling and raw material valorization of plastics. 5 - Pyrolytic decomposition and energy recovery of plastics. 6 - Recycling of thermosets and composite materials. - Recycling of polyurethane foams (lecture by an expert from practice: Ing. Rudolf Beran, Ph.D.; Ana-Aqualine). 7 - Innovative processes in reducing waste production (lecture by an expert from practice: Ing. Karel Šmidák; Den Braven). 8 - Monomers available from renewable sources. 9 - Stability of polymers and microplastics. 10 - Biodegradable polymers. 11 - Biopolymers and their modifications. 12 - Recycling of biopolymers. 13 - Bio-compatible polymers.
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Monologic (reading, lecture, briefing)
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Learning outcomes
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The aim of the course is to familiarize students with modern technologies that reduce the environmental burden of the polymer industry. Students will learn the basic principles of the circular economy and their applications in the field of polymer technology. The possibilities of secondary use of polymers and the relevant technology for plastic waste processing will be discussed in detail. Furthermore, the possibilities of using raw materials available from sustainable sources and the issue of biopolymers will be discussed.
After completing the course, the student reaches a basic orientation in the field of polymer recycling and sustainable polymer technologies.
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Prerequisites
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Knowledge of physical and chemical properties of polymers.
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Oral examination
There is an oral examination. The primary form of the exam is the debate about selected themes.
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Recommended literature
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Kaminsky, Walter . Feedstock recycling and pyrolysis of waste plastics : converting waste plastics into diesel and other fuels. Chichester: John Wiley & Sons, 2006. ISBN 0-470-02152-7.
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Mustafa, Nabil. Plastics waste management : disposal, recycling, and reuse. New York: Marcel Dekker, 1993. ISBN 0-8247-8920-2.
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