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Portable Near-Infrared Spectrometer for Classification of Recyclable Plastics; Single-Use Plastic Legislation and Sustainable Waste Management145 views
Author
Powell, Eric, School of Engineering and Applied Science, University of Virginia
Advisors
Earle, Joshua
Abstract
This portfolio contains both a technical project and an STS paper related to the plastic recycling industry. In the technical project, a near-infrared spectrometer is developed for the purpose of classifying plastic samples by their chemical composition. The STS paper explores the role of single-use plastics in our society and how legislation can be used to affect the environmental impact of plastic waste.
Degree
BS (Bachelor of Science)
Language
English
Rights
All rights reserved (no additional license for public reuse)
Powell, Eric. Portable Near-Infrared Spectrometer for Classification of Recyclable Plastics; Single-Use Plastic Legislation and Sustainable Waste Management. University of Virginia, School of Engineering and Applied Science, BS (Bachelor of Science), 2023-05-11, https://doi.org/10.18130/v9br-5f62.
