A Sustainable Microwave-Assisted Process for Chemical Recycling and the Reuse of Epoxy Resin Matrices.

ABSTRACT: This work presents an optimized and sustainable chemical recycling method for epoxy resin matrices, which uses microwave-assisted reactions to achieve the complete recovery of the matrix without generating waste byproducts. The proposed method employs a green chemistry approach, with hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) and tartaric acid (TA) as the eco-friendly reagents. Microwaves are used to activate the chemical reaction, ensuring localized heating, reduced energy consumption, and shorter processing times compared to conventional thermal methods. Unlike most existing recycling processes, which focus on fiber recovery, this study emphasizes the recovery and reuse of the matrix, transforming it into a valuable resource for producing new thermosetting materials. The recovered ma

SUBMITTER: Cafaro F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11991300 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature