Sustainable Business Approaches in the Recycling of Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Polymers: Diverse Applications

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IJEP 44(15): 1386-1396 : Vol. 44 Issue. 15 (Conference 2024)

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Arshi Naim1*, Anuj Kumar2, Shad Ahmad Khan3, Arya Kumar4 and Babita Yadav5

1. King Khalid University, Department of Business Management, Abha – 62521, Saudi Arabia
2. Marwadi University, Research Center, Department of Management Studies, Rajkot – 360 003, Gujarat, India
3. University of Buraimi, College of Business, Department of Business Administration, Al Buraimi, Oman
4. Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) (Deemed to be University), Department of Commerce, Bhubaneswar – 751 024, Odissa, India
5. Doctor Hari Singh Gour Central University, Department of Business Management, Sagar – 470 003, Madhya Pradesh, India

Abstract

In the present context, transportation industry increasingly favours lightweight materials for external structures, with automobiles, aviation and trains exhibiting a notable inclination towards carbon fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRPs). These materials offer not only reduced weight but also resistance to erosion and various functional elements crucial in transportation. However, the recycling process for CFRP composites (CFRP-Cs) poses challenges due to their intricate compounds, requiring extreme conditions for effective recycling. Additionally, direct reuse of these CFRP-Cs proves challenging. This study delves into business management strategies aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and longevity of CFRP-Cs applications in aviation industry. The research comprehensively examines the use and current state of CFRP fibers, scrutinizes recycling processes and explores associated challenges, benefits and guidelines. Existing knowledge underscores inevitability of CFRP use in various industries, emphasizing the imperative for sustainable environmental practices. Consequently, business approaches must focus on creating a robust market for CFRP recycling, fostering widespread industry acceptance of recycled materials. Striking a balance between the necessary mechanical performance of CFRP-Cs and environmental sustainability is pivotal for steering industries towards progressive use of recycled materials.

Keywords

Business approaches, Carbon fiber-reinforced polymers, Environmental sustainability recycled materials

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