18345418. RECYCLED POLYPROPYLENE COMPOSITE RESIN COMPOSITION AND WASHING MACHINE COMPRISING THE SAME simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
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RECYCLED POLYPROPYLENE COMPOSITE RESIN COMPOSITION AND WASHING MACHINE COMPRISING THE SAME
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Jooseong Sohn of Suwon-si (KR)
Nohcheol Park of Suwon-si (KR)
Youngdeog Koh of Suwon-si (KR)
RECYCLED POLYPROPYLENE COMPOSITE RESIN COMPOSITION AND WASHING MACHINE COMPRISING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18345418 titled 'RECYCLED POLYPROPYLENE COMPOSITE RESIN COMPOSITION AND WASHING MACHINE COMPRISING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The disclosed patent application is for a recycled polypropylene composite material resin composition used in a washing machine. The composition includes waste glass fiber mat-reinforced thermoplastic, homo-polypropylene base resin, long glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene, and a compatibilizer.
- Glass fiber-reinforced recycled polypropylene resin composition
- Includes waste glass fiber mat-reinforced thermoplastic, homo-polypropylene base resin, long glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene, and a compatibilizer
- Weight average molecular weight of the composition may be about 250,000 g/mol or more
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- Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in the manufacturing of washing machines, automotive parts, and other products requiring durable and sustainable materials.
- Problems Solved
1. Utilizes recycled materials, reducing waste and promoting sustainability. 2. Provides a strong and durable composite material suitable for various applications.
- Benefits
1. Sustainable solution using recycled materials. 2. Enhanced strength and durability due to the composite nature of the material. 3. Cost-effective production process.
- Potential Commercial Applications
- Sustainable Composite Materials for Washing Machines and Automotive Parts
- Potential Commercial Applications
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- Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene in various industries, but the specific combination of waste glass fiber mat-reinforced thermoplastic, homo-polypropylene base resin, long glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene, and a compatibilizer may be unique to this patent application.
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- Unanswered Questions
- How does the compatibility of the components affect the overall performance of the composite material?
The interaction between the waste glass fiber mat-reinforced thermoplastic, homo-polypropylene base resin, long glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene, and the compatibilizer may impact the mechanical properties and durability of the final product.
- What are the specific applications outside of washing machines where this recycled polypropylene composite material can be utilized?
While washing machines are mentioned as one application, exploring other industries or products that can benefit from this composite material would provide a broader understanding of its potential market reach.
Original Abstract Submitted
Disclosed herein are a recycled polypropylene composite material resin composition and a washing machine including the same. A glass fiber-reinforced recycled polypropylene resin composition includes, in weight percent of the glass fiber-reinforced recycle polypropylene resin composition, about 10 to 30% of waste glass fiber mat-reinforced thermoplastic (GMT), about 35 to 47% of a homo-polypropylene base resin, about 30 to 45% of long glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene, and about 0.5 to 3.0% of a compatibilizer, and a weight average molecular weight of the composition may be about 250,000 g/mol or more.
