18215275. METHOD FOR PURIFYING RECLAIMED POLYMERS simplified abstract (The Procter & Gamble Company)
Contents
- 1 METHOD FOR PURIFYING RECLAIMED POLYMERS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 METHOD FOR PURIFYING RECLAIMED POLYMERS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
METHOD FOR PURIFYING RECLAIMED POLYMERS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Dimitris Ioannis Collias of Mason OH (US)
Norman Scott Broyles of Hamilton OH (US)
John Moncrief Layman of Liberty Township OH (US)
METHOD FOR PURIFYING RECLAIMED POLYMERS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18215275 titled 'METHOD FOR PURIFYING RECLAIMED POLYMERS
Simplified Explanation
The present invention discloses a method for purifying a reclaimed polymer to a purer polymer. The method involves leaching contaminants, extracting the leached polymer, dissolving the extracted polymer, settling and filtering the solution to separate a purer polymer.
- Obtaining a reclaimed polymer
- Leaching contaminants with a leaching solvent
- Extracting the leached polymer with a first fluid solvent
- Dissolving the extracted polymer in a solvent to produce a first solution
- Settling and filtering the first solution to separate a purer polymer
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in recycling processes to produce high-quality polymer materials for various industries such as packaging, automotive, and construction.
Problems Solved
1. Eliminates impurities in reclaimed polymers, improving their quality and performance. 2. Reduces the need for virgin polymer production, contributing to sustainability efforts.
Benefits
1. Increases the efficiency of polymer recycling processes. 2. Enhances the properties of recycled polymers, making them more suitable for demanding applications.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing Polymer Recycling Processes for High-Quality Materials
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include methods for purifying polymers through various chemical and physical processes, but the specific combination of leaching, extraction, and dissolution steps as described in this invention may be novel.
Unanswered Questions
How does the method compare to traditional polymer purification techniques?
The article does not provide a direct comparison between this method and traditional polymer purification techniques.
What are the specific contaminants targeted in the leaching process?
The article does not specify the specific contaminants targeted in the leaching process.
Original Abstract Submitted
A method for purifying a reclaimed polymer to a purer polymer is disclosed. In embodiments of the present invention, the method involves obtaining a reclaimed polymer, leaching various contaminants with a leaching solvent producing a leached polymer, extracting the leached polymer with a first fluid solvent to produce an extracted polymer, and then dissolving the extracted polymer in a solvent to produce a first solution comprising the dissolved polymer. The first solution is settled and then filtered. A purer polymer is separated from the resulting solution.
