The project ‘Plasma/(V)UV-assisted modification of composite recyclates’ (‘PlaMoRez)’ is dedicated to the research and development of innovative recycling strategies for fibre-reinforced composite materials from wind turbine rotor blades. In view of the increasing quantities of waste from these composite components, the aim is to establish recycling cycles by using new approaches - including mechanical processing techniques in combination with plasma and (V)UV processes. These include mechanical processing techniques in combination with plasma and (V)UV processes (vacuum ultraviolet process). The aim is to produce high-quality recyclates in this way and thus enable long-term sustainable and resource-conserving recycling. By combining existing technologies and making targeted use of synergy effects, a new generation of recycling processes is to be created that fulfils both technical and ecological requirements.
As part of the joint project, the IKK plays a central role in the selection of materials, the processing of the rotor blade pieces into particles of a defined size and the production of fibre composite samples. The IKK is also responsible for the mechanical testing of the materials produced in accordance with DIN SPEC 91446 and for polymer chemical characterisation in order to evaluate and optimise the specific properties and composition of the recyclates. As a link between the areas of polymer, plant and recycling technology, as well as sustainability assessment, the IKK also coordinates the ecological assessment of the recycling processes developed in accordance with DIN EN ISO 14040/44.
The University of Applied Sciences and Arts – HAWK is involved in the project as a joint project partner and Aufwind Demontage & Recycling GmbH is involved as a cooperation partner.
The IKK is pleased about the collaboration.
