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22 articles for “LCA”

• Published Subscription Original Research 11 Mar 2026

  Sustainable Supply Chain Models for Polymer and Composite Manufacturing: A Data-Driven Assessment of Circular Material Flows

  By Vivek Hamal, Pravin Kumar, Sarita Murmu, Aparna Chakraborty, Saheb Debnath

  Abstract: Polymer and composite manufacturing is faced with growing demands in waste reduction, resource management, and making a shift towards circular economy principles. Although urgent, the adoption of data-driven tools in each step of a supply chain to facilitate efficient cyclic material flows is low. This paper designs and empirically analyzes sustainable supply chain design in polymer and composite production with a focus on digital traceability, closed-loop and material recovery, and …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 54–71 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research Special issue 10 Jun 2026

  Eco-Efficient Skies: Life Cycle Assessment and Carbon Footprint Minimization of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites in Aerospace Application

  By Krupal Pawar, Eknath Bayas, Shekhar Rahane, Rajeshkumar Sambhe, Balaprasad Kurpatwar

  Abstract: The increasing integration of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites in aerospace structures necessitates a rigorous evaluation of their environmental sustainability throughout their entire life cycle. This study presents a comprehensive life cycle assessment (LCA) and carbon footprint analysis of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) and glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) composites applied to structural and semi-structural components in commercial aerospace applications. Following ISO 14040/14044 standards and employing the ReCiPe 2016 Midpoint (H) impact …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 147–160 Read article →