BIODEGRADABLE

PLASTICS WITH
EMBEDDED SEED FIBRES

1) MUHAMMED AAMIR NAVEED- 4VV20ME071

2) MOHAMMED ANAS- 4VV20ME066
3) PRIYANKA K J- 4VV21ME447
4) Manohara G C- 4VV21ME430

UNDER THE GUIDANCE -

Dr. SUDEV L J
PROFESSOR & COE

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INTRODUCTION
Global production of plastics remains at the high level despite the hazardous causes of their use that
can degrade many aspects of human life.

The huge range of shapes, strengths, features, and feed-stocks of plastics has made it possible to use
them in almost every human activity. Their mechanical, chemical, physical, and biological properties
can be modified to make plastics suitable for any specific application, from medical applications to the
aerospace industry.

Biodegradable plastics are those that can be completely degraded in landfills, composters or sewage
treatment plants by the action of naturally occurring micro-organisms. Truly biodegradable plastics
leave no toxic, visible or distinguishable residues following degradation.

Plants naturally produce numerous polymers, including rubber, starch, cellulose and storage proteins,
all of which have been exploited for biodegradable plastic production.

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PROBLEM STATEMENT
Our approach to increase the use of Bio-degradable plastics on a large and regular scale. The use of
current polyethylene plastics is to be completely replaced by

Bio-degradable and we aim to achieve this in the following ways-

i) Increasing the strength

ii) Easy to dispose in barren lands

iii) Increase Greenery

iv) Lesser harmful additives

v) Use of Bio-degradable plastics in plastic free zones

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LITERATURE SURVEY
Non-biodegradable plastics using seed germination-

by Ewa Liwarska-Bizukojc

In the study conducted we could plot that Bio-plastics do not affect seed germination of

higher plants even at the high concentrations in the soil environment. Dicotyledonous

plants are more sensitive to the exposure of plastics than monocotyledonous plants.

Subsequently, they are better bio-indicators for the assessment of the effect of plastics

on the early growth of higher plants.

Bio-Based and Biodegradable Plastics for Use in Crop Production-

by Ezio Riggi, Gabriella Santagata and Mario Malinconico

Bio-based and biodegradable plastics could contribute greatly to the sustainability of

crop production by replacing the current fossil fuel-based, non-biodegradable plastics

and by contributing to the development of new approaches that could improve the

efficiency of applied agricultural inputs of energy and materials.

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LITERATURE SURVEY
Synthesis and Characterization of Eco-Friendly Bio-Composite from Fenugreek as a Natural Resource-

by Nayem Hossain, Mohammad Asaduzzaman Chowdhury, Tauhidul Islam Noman

Starch-based bio-composite films with varying percentages of fenugreek were

successfully developed, using vinegar and glycerin. Higher percentages of fenugreek

led to the formation of an amorphous structure of bio-composite films, confirmed with

XRD analysis.

Development of starch based Bio-degradable Bio-plastic from seeds of Amaranthus Cruentus-

by Vimal priya, S

Amaranthus cruentus seed starch could be an effective substrate for the production of

starch based bio-plastics. The properties of the films are influenced by the composition

of flour mixture and the glycerol concentration. Amaranthus cruents seed starch

contributes to the strength and elongation of the film as a result of its higher content in

amylose.

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OBJECTIVES
Conservation of Resources: To decrease the dependency on finite fossil fuels and petrochemical feed-
stocks by utilizing renewable, plant-based resources for plastic production.

Promotion of Circular Economy: To encourage a circular economy where materials are reused,
recycled, or returned to nature, reducing the need for single-use plastics.

Biomimicry and Sustainability: To emulate natural processes of recycling and decomposition by

creating plastics that can biodegrade under natural conditions.

Lower Environmental Impact: To produce plastics with a lower environmental impact by using fewer
harmful additives and reducing the release of micro-plastics into the environment.

Innovation and Research: To drive on-going research and development in the field of biodegradable
plastics to improve their properties, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability.

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OBJECTIVES
Support for Sustainable Agriculture: To create a market for crops that can be used in bio-plastic
production, thereby supporting sustainable agricultural practices.

Wide usage in plastic free zones: Regulating the use of bio-degradable plastics in plastic free-zones for
example forests,

Legal and Regulatory Compliance: To meet and exceed regulatory requirements and standards related
to plastic waste, pollution, and environmental impact.

Subsidies to merchant: Subsidies offered by governments, local authorities, or industry organizations

as part of broader sustainability initiatives.

Recycling and Collection Infrastructure: Governments can invest in infrastructure for the collection
and recycling of bio-plastics, making it easier for businesses to dispose of and recycle these materials.

Regeneration of flora and fauna: Due to seed converting into saplings, it can increase the green life
around it.

Avoid landslides: By the growing of plants, it ensures that the soil does not get eroded preventing soil
erosion or land slides.

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THANK YOU

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