Abstract
This study investigates the mechanical properties and sustainability implications of phenolic moulding compounds (PMCs) formulated with varying compositions of waste glass fibre reinforced polymer (GFRP) powder and additives. By utilising waste GFRP from the composite pipe industry in Oman, the research aims to develop environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional Bakelite materials. The mechanical performance of these sustainable PMCs was assessed through compressive strength and hardness evaluations, revealing promising results that highlight the potential for improved material properties when incorporating treated GFRP powder. The findings suggest that these sustainable phenolic moulding products can be effectively utilised in various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and construction, offering robust materials for applications such as automotive components, lightweight structural parts in aircraft, and durable construction materials. This research contributes to addressing environmental challenges associated with GFRP waste and promotes innovative solutions for resource-efficient material applications, aligning with global sustainability goals.
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Publication details
- DOI
- 10.53540/1726-6742.1306
- Journal
- The Journal of Engineering Research, 22(1), 10-19
- Publisher
- Sultan Qaboos University
- Open access
- Gold open access
- License
- CC BY 4.0
Cite this article
APA 7
Al Balushi, H. A. H. M. B., Krishnan, P. K., Al-Balushi, M. S. M., Sangeetha, B. M., Thiyagu, M., & Mani, M. M. (2025). Recycling and Utilization of Fiberglass–Resin Powder from Waste Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) for the Production of Sustainable Phenolic Molding Products (SPMP). The Journal of Engineering Research, 22(1), 10-19. https://doi.org/10.53540/1726-6742.1306
MLA 9
Al Balushi, Hussein Antar Hussain Murad Bakhsh, et al. "Recycling and Utilization of Fiberglass–Resin Powder from Waste Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) for the Production of Sustainable Phenolic Molding Products (SPMP)." The Journal of Engineering Research, vol. 22, no. 1, 2025, pp. 10-19. https://doi.org/10.53540/1726-6742.1306.
Chicago (author–date)
Al Balushi, Hussein Antar Hussain Murad Bakhsh, Pradeep Kumar Krishnan, Mohamed Siddiq Mohamed Al-Balushi, B. M. Sangeetha, M. Thiyagu, and Megavannan Murugaiyan Mani. 2025. "Recycling and Utilization of Fiberglass–Resin Powder from Waste Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) for the Production of Sustainable Phenolic Molding Products (SPMP)." The Journal of Engineering Research 22 (1): 10-19. https://doi.org/10.53540/1726-6742.1306.
Harvard
Al Balushi, H. A. H. M. B., Krishnan, P. K., Al-Balushi, M. S. M., Sangeetha, B. M., Thiyagu, M. and Mani, M. M. (2025) 'Recycling and Utilization of Fiberglass–Resin Powder from Waste Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) for the Production of Sustainable Phenolic Molding Products (SPMP)', The Journal of Engineering Research, 22(1), pp. 10-19. doi:10.53540/1726-6742.1306.
Vancouver
Al Balushi HAHMB, Krishnan PK, Al-Balushi MSM, Sangeetha BM, Thiyagu M, Mani MM. Recycling and Utilization of Fiberglass–Resin Powder from Waste Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) for the Production of Sustainable Phenolic Molding Products (SPMP). The Journal of Engineering Research. 2025;22(1):10-19. doi:10.53540/1726-6742.1306
IEEE
H. A. H. M. B. Al Balushi, P. K. Krishnan, M. S. M. Al-Balushi, B. M. Sangeetha, M. Thiyagu, and M. M. Mani, "Recycling and Utilization of Fiberglass–Resin Powder from Waste Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) for the Production of Sustainable Phenolic Molding Products (SPMP)," The Journal of Engineering Research, vol. 22, no. 1, pp. 10-19, 2025, doi: 10.53540/1726-6742.1306.