Methods and Morals in the Life Sciences

Industrial Applications of Renewable Plastics: Environmental Technological and Economic Advances provides practical information to help engineers and materials scientists deploy renewable plastics in the plastics market. It explores the uses possibilities and problems of renewable plastics and composites to assist in material selection and rejection. The designer''s main problems are examined along with basic reminders that deal with structures and processing methods that can help those who are generally familiar with metals understand the unique properties of plastic materials.The book offers a candid overview of main issues including conservation of fossil resources geopolitical considerations greenhouse effects competition with food crops deforestation pollution and disposal of renewable plastics. In addition an overview of some tools related to sustainability (Life cycle assessments CO2 emissions carbon footprint and more) is provided.The book is an essential resource for engineers and materials scientists involved in material selection design manufacturing molding fabrication and other links in the supply chain of plastics. The material contained is of great relevance to many major industries including automotive and transport packaging aeronautics shipbuilding industrial and military equipment electrical and electronics energy and more.- Provides key enabling information for engineers and materials scientists looking to increase the use of renewable plastic materials in their work- Presents practical guidance to assist in materials selection processing methods and applications development particularly for designers more familiar with other materials such as metals- Includes a candid discussion of the pros and cons of using renewable plastics considering the technical economic legal and environmental aspects