This paper is published in Volume-10, Issue-1, 2024
Area
Engineering
Author
Gautam Mewada, Chaitanya Mandhare, Omkar Borate, Adithyan Madhu, Shreyash Baikar, Vipul Ranjane, Sagar Mungase
Org/Univ
Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Pub. Date
16 January, 2024
Paper ID
V10I1-1160
Publisher
Keywords
Plastic-Based Road, Eco-conscious, Sustainable Infrastructure

Citationsacebook

IEEE
Gautam Mewada, Chaitanya Mandhare, Omkar Borate, Adithyan Madhu, Shreyash Baikar, Vipul Ranjane, Sagar Mungase. Plastic Based Road, International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology, www.IJARIIT.com.

APA
Gautam Mewada, Chaitanya Mandhare, Omkar Borate, Adithyan Madhu, Shreyash Baikar, Vipul Ranjane, Sagar Mungase (2024). Plastic Based Road. International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology, 10(1) www.IJARIIT.com.

MLA
Gautam Mewada, Chaitanya Mandhare, Omkar Borate, Adithyan Madhu, Shreyash Baikar, Vipul Ranjane, Sagar Mungase. "Plastic Based Road." International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology 10.1 (2024). www.IJARIIT.com.

Abstract

Plastic-based roads, a transformative concept introduced by Rajagopalan Vasudevan, are reshaping sustainable infrastructure globally. With countries like Australia, Indonesia, India, the UK, and the US actively exploring this eco-friendly innovation, the widespread interest reflects a commitment to recycling post-consumer plastics. Notably, the Netherlands' Plastic Road initiative pioneers bicycle paths constructed from prefabricated, hollow, modular elements made from consumer plastic waste. These roads feature innovative hollow spaces that serve as rainwater reservoirs, showcasing a thoughtful approach to sustainable water management. As a 3rd-year diploma student, my active participation in hands-on demonstrations underscores the practical application of plastic-based road construction. The methodology involves collecting, cleaning, and blending plastic waste with bitumen, resulting in a mix laid similarly to traditional asphalt concrete. Plastic roads offer reduced carbon footprints and contribute to diverting plastic waste from landfills, aligning with environmental sustainability goals. Construction methods vary globally, with unique plastic-asphalt blends adopted in countries like India and Indonesia. Ongoing monitoring and maintenance are crucial for ensuring the sustained performance of plastic-based roads, marking a significant stride towards eco-conscious transportation networks. In essence, plastic-based roads represent an innovative and environmentally responsible approach to constructing resilient and eco-friendly infrastructure.