#plasticbricks

[psyecell]

Plastic Bricks - Innovative idea by PSYEC Civil students exhibited in BuildEx2019 has been published in news... CFIE Congratulates the students for their efforts... #plasticbricks #buildex2019 #CivilEngineering #building #cfie #psyec (at MADITSSIA) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bwyhls3nHWz/?igshid=e8xq0cmoyasn

[mercurious-minds-blog]

The Optimistic Future of Plastics

Although they have caused much damage, the future of plastics looks somewhat promising. Plastics, aka polymers, can be made from many natural materials, but most are made by reconstituting the primary chemicals that come from oil, natural gas, or coal. There are 2 main types of polymers in which all plastics can be grouped: Thermoset and Thermoplastics. Thermosets are plastics that irreversibly solidify or “set” when heated or cured, much like an egg when cooked. Some of these include mattresses, cushions, tubs, furniture, and adhesives. Thermoplastics are plastics that soften when heated and harden when cooled, much like water and ice, so it can be molded. Examples of thermoplastics include packaging, carpet fibers, microwave containers, and electric cable sheathing.

Plastic Pollution

Plastic pollution has reached nearly every corner of the globe and can be found on every beach in the world. Scientists have even discovered microplastics deep in the Arctic ice. Reports say that up to 12,000 pieces of microplastic particles were found per liter of ice, and this is just in the Arctic. There’s an estimated 260,000 tons of plastic floating in the world’s oceans. Plastics in the ocean may not even be our biggest problem. Because of improper waste disposal, it’s estimated that soil plastic concentrations are 4-23 times higher than marine plastic, depending on the environment. Soils get polluted in many ways, but sewage is a major factor. Sewage sludge is often used as fertilizer, meaning several thousand tons of microplastics end up in our soils each year. As they break down, chlorinated plastics release harmful chemicals that leak into surrounding areas and get washed into ground and drinking waters. Chemicals such as Bisphenol A (BPA) that leak into waters and soils can cause hormonal defects among vertebrates and invertebrates alike. Once in the body, microplastics can cause inflammation and even cross tough membranes such as the blood-brain barrier or the placenta.

Plastic Solutions

Plastic Eating Enzymes In a 2016 report published in the Science Journal, Japanese researchers discovered a species of bacteria that could break down the molecular bonds of polyester, one of the most used plastics in the world. After some tweaking and experimenting, scientist discovered that they mutated the enzyme to be even better at breaking down plastic. They are hoping to speed up the process even further and using the enzyme to recycle plastic, eliminating the need to make more. Plastic Bricks Researchers from the National Council of Scientific and Technological Research (CONICET) in Argentina have come up with a way to turn used plastic bottles into eco-friendly bricks that are just as strong as conventional house bricks. Actually, the plastic bricks are better because they’re thinner, lighter, and have insulating abilities 5 times higher than conventional bricks. A company called ByFusion is doing a similar thing. Their design involves a portable modular platform that shreds and compresses scrap plastic directly into bricks and uses extremely hot water to fuse them together. The plastic doesn’t even need to be sorted or washed beforehand. On top of that, the whole process produces 95% lower greenhouse gas emissions than concrete production.

Plastic Roads A Netherlands company, KWS has developed a road made completely from recycled plastics. The plastic road has a hollow space that can be used to store water temporarily, preventing flooding in extreme weather, and can also be used to transit cables and pipes. The benefits of a plastic road seem endless. It’s 4 times lighter than traditional roads, lasts 3 times longer, and can be built 70% faster. Since its virtually impervious to weather and weeds, little to no maintenance is required. On top of that, it offers room for further innovation like solar roads to power street lights and traffic signals, eliminating the need to burn fossil fuels for energy. Biodegradable Plastics Switching to biodegradable plastics doesn’t undo the damage done by regular plastics, but it prevents further destruction. Biodegradable plastics can be made from a wide range of all-natural plant materials such as corn oil, orange peels, or starch, and do not release harmful chemicals into the environment while decomposing. Although they are very popular, one thing many people don’t know about biodegradable plastics is that their natural breakdown process won’t occur if simply thrown in a landfill with other trash. These plastics must be treated as compost in order for them to decompose properly. Each of us has the responsibility to be stewards of our world. Something as simple as sharing knowledge can have a huge impact. Read the full article

[mysoulisinalostgamecartidge]

Rebuilding the Halo Cyclops sets and had this idea floating around. "Ooh we discovered something here." The Probuilder set the explorers are from are probably my favorite since they're just that. A little science, if a bit stretched, is always fun. #igersjax #toys #actionfigures #plasticbricks #toyphoto #toyphotography #toystagram #science #exploration #megaconstrux #toycollection #toycollector #collector #builder #building #fun #explore #adventure

[ollystudio]

High up on the wall these little beauties brightening up a dull day. #streetart #streetisart #urbanart #notlego #wallporn #plasticbricks #clipart #urbanart #urbancontemporary #brightenupmyday #notinvader #lolipop #twitter (at Shoreditch)

[dan-51]

Today is all about the blues. The NSW Blues. #newsouthwales #blues #stateoforigin #rugbyleague #starwars #lego #minifigure #legominifigure #legoart #afol #toyphotography #legostagram #plasticbricks #instalego #legography #legophotography #sigfig #aaylasecura #jedi #twilek

[dan-51]

#lovewins #lego #minifigure #legominifigure #legoart #afol #toyphotography #legostagram #plasticbricks #instalego #legography #legophotography #sigfig

[dan-51]

#doctorwho #thedoctor #drwho #tardis #lego #minifigure #legominifigure #legoart #afol #toyphotography #legostagram #plasticbricks #instalego #legography #legophotography #sigfig

[dan-51]

Cheers. And, Happy New Year. #2014 #2015 #happynewyear #cheers #lego #minifigure #legominifigure #legoart #afol #toyphotography #legostagram #plasticbricks #instalego #legography #legophotography #sigfig

[dan-51]

Day 5 - Black and White Challenge. Did you really think it would end any other way 😉 #lego #minifigure #legominifigure #legoart #afol #toyphotography #legostagram #plasticbricks #instalego #legography #legophotography #sigfig #goth #scary #panda #bears #teddy #blackandwhitechallenge #thelegomovie #series12

[dan-51]

Me, actually me, on holidays with minifigure me. #lego #minifigure #legominifigure #legoart #afol #toyphotography #legostagram #plasticbricks #instalego #legography #legophotography #sigfig #la #california #losangeles #holidays

[dan-51]

#superman v #batman #darkknight #manofsteel #dc #dclego #dcuniverse #kryptonite #lego #minifigure #legominifigure #legoart #afol #toyphotography #legostagram #plasticbricks #instalego #legography #legophotography #brickcentral #brickverse

[dan-51]

#millennium #falcon obsession. #lego #minifigure #legominifigure #legoart #afol #toyphotography #legostagram #plasticbricks #instalego #legography #legophotography #brickcentral #brickverse #starwars