Plastic Waste - Fuel. Municipal Solid Waste Management

A Case Study of Municipal Corporation of Eluru, A.P, India

Doktorarbeit / Dissertation, 2011
238 Seiten

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ABSTRACT
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This thesis investigates the management of municipal solid waste (MSW) in the Municipal Corporation of Eluru (MCE), Andhra Pradesh, India. The primary objective is to explore ways to improve MSW management by transforming waste into a valuable resource.

Quantify and analyze the composition of MSW generated in Eluru.
Estimate the potential for power generation from MSW.
Assess the feasibility of producing vermin compost from biodegradable waste.
Examine the combustion, performance, and emissions of plastic diesel derived from waste plastic as an alternative fuel.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

This thesis focuses on the analysis and management of municipal solid waste (MSW) in the city of Eluru, India. The research explores various aspects of MSW management, including waste characterization, energy recovery potential, and the production of compost. It also delves into the potential use of plastic diesel, derived from plastic waste, as an alternative fuel in diesel engines.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The primary keywords and focus areas of this thesis include: municipal solid waste (MSW), waste management, energy recovery, power generation, vermin composting, plastic diesel, alternative fuel, combustion, performance, emissions analysis, and environmental impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can plastic waste be converted into fuel?

Yes, the study examines the production of "plastic diesel" from waste plastic as a sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuels.

What is the focus of the MSW study in Eluru?

The research analyzes the composition of municipal solid waste and explores resource recovery through power generation and composting.

How efficient is plastic diesel in engines?

The work analyzes combustion, performance, and emission levels of plastic diesel blends compared to neat diesel at various injection pressures.

What is vermin composting in waste management?

It is a method of using earthworms to transform biodegradable organic waste into high-quality nutrient-rich fertilizer.

Why are alternatives to landfills necessary in India?

Landfills are rapidly filling up and new sites are difficult to establish, making recycling and waste-to-energy technologies essential.

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Details

Titel: Plastic Waste - Fuel. Municipal Solid Waste Management
Untertitel: A Case Study of Municipal Corporation of Eluru, A.P, India
Hochschule: Andhra University
Veranstaltung: Ph.D
Autor: Dr. Jasti Sudhir Kumar (Autor:in)
Erscheinungsjahr: 2011
Seiten: 238
Katalognummer: V283340
ISBN (eBook): 9783656891369
ISBN (Buch): 9783656891376
Dateigröße: 5682 KB
Sprache: Englisch
Anmerkungen: Research Director: Dr.K.Venkata Subbaiah Professor Department of Mechanical Engineering College of Engineering(A) Andhra University Visakhapatnam Andhra Pradesh State India Joint Research Director: Dr.Peddineni VV Prasada Rao Professor Department of Environmental Sciences Andhra University Visakhapatnam Andhra Pradesh State India Various studies like Waste to Compost,Waste to Energy and Implementation of Plastic Diesel derived from waste plastic in a Diesel engine as a fuel were discussed in this work as a model in a municipal corporation to turn out waste to wealth.
Schlagworte: plastic waste fuel municipal solid management case study corporation eluru india
Produktsicherheit: GRIN Publishing GmbH
Preis (Ebook): US$ 46,99
Preis (Book): US$ 61,99

Arbeit zitieren: Dr. Jasti Sudhir Kumar (Autor:in), 2011, Plastic Waste - Fuel. Municipal Solid Waste Management, München, Page::Imprint:: GRINVerlagOHG, https://www.diplomarbeiten24.de/document/283340