Mediaspace scheduled maintenance: Aug 25, 2026 07:00 - 12:00 AM. During this time, videos will be temporarily unavailable. Check status updates.

Concept

Biodegradable plastic

Related lectures (32)

Physically Based Constitutive Models Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores physically based constitutive models, focusing on high strain rate behavior and the role of thermal energy in dislocation motion.

Polymer Science: General Aspects and Technical Polymers Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Covers the general aspects of polymer materials, the 'Big 5' technical polymers, spider silk nanostructure, synthetic polymers, major application segments of plastics, and the activities of the Polymer Science department at EPFL.

Biodegradable Plastic in Compost Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Covers composting biodegradable plastics, including collection, shredding, sieving, certification standards, and end-of-life options.

Polymer Science: Introduction and Major Polymer Classes Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Covers the introduction to polymer materials, major polymer classes, applications, challenges, and activities at EPFL.

Sustainable Electronics: Green Materials & Processes Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores the potential of organic and printed electronics for greener electronics, focusing on sustainable materials and processes.

Hardening Elasto-Plasticity Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Covers plastic flow, plastic potential, hardening elasto-plasticity, and stress-strain relationship in geomechanics.

Biodegradation Kinetics: Extended Monod Growth Model Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Covers the Extended Monod growth model and its application in biodegradation kinetics.

Biorefineries: Sustainable Chemical Production from Biomass Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores integrated biorefineries, sustainable chemical production, process design challenges, optimization, and the synergy with the energy system.

Green Chemistry: Wood Compounds and Applications Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores the potential of wood compounds like cellulose, lignin, and tannin in green chemistry applications across various industries.

Plastics: Manufacturing Physics Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Delves into the success and challenges of plastics, recycling processes, and manufacturing techniques.

Wood Waste: Treatment and Impact Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Covers the treatment of wood waste, focusing on PVC issues and environmental impact.

Al and Mg Alloys Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores the properties, applications, classification, and recent developments of aluminum and magnesium alloys, as well as their microstructure, mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and biodegradable applications.