Model-Based Optimization of Properties of Post-Consumer Recycled PP/PE Blends via Compatibilization

Key Points

• The aim is to enhance the processability and mechanical properties of post-consumer recycled polypropylene and polyethylene blends through optimization.
• Applied compatibilization strategies to improve blend interaction.
• Used regression-based optimization techniques to assess effects on properties.
• Evaluated mechanical properties of the optimized blends.
• Improved processability of post-consumer recycled PP/PE blends.
• Enhanced mechanical properties observed in optimized blends.
• Demonstrated viability of the compatibilization strategies used.

Abstract