Sebastian Zuzek
The RECREATE project (Circular reuse and remanufacturing of fiber-reinforced composite materials) aims to develop a set of innovative technologies which can exploit the circularity potential of end-of-life complex composite waste as a feedstock. Using mainly carbon fibre-reinforced and glass fibre-reinforced composites, the goal is to enable the reuse of parts and materials in the manufacturing industry. Recycling is an issue with composites, which is why this project is focusing on design for disassembly, reuse and repair.
The project is organising a series of webinars: this one will look at next-generation composite materials and design strategies that support circularity from the outset.
It will bring together research and industry perspectives on designing composites for durability, disassembly and reuse. Topics include smart resins for the circular economy, design guidelines for adhesive bond lines in segmented wind turbine rotor blades, and new circular design concepts for wind turbine blades.
The webinar is intended for researchers, engineers, designers and industry professionals interested in circular materials, advanced composites and sustainable product design. Each presentation will highlight advances in technology and application, followed by a short Q&A session.
It will take place in English at 15:00 CET on 27 January. Participation is free, and the event will be held via Zoom. Registration and programme.
