International Journal of Science, Engineering and TechnologyAuthors: Dr. Ashish Apate, Mr. Sandeep Patil, Mr. Paras Doshi, Ms. Sharvari Nikam, Ms.Tanishka Parjane, Mr. Prathmesh Chamalwad
Abstract: The increasing accumulation of plastic waste has become a major environmental concern due to its non-biodegradable nature and the limitations of traditional disposal practices. This study proposes a low-cost Plastic Waste to Fuel Converter System that transforms non-recyclable plastic into useful fuel through pyrolysis, a thermal decomposition process carried out in the absence of oxygen. The developed prototype incorporates an LPG-heated reactor, vapour condensation chamber, aluminium inline fuel filter, activated carbon gas purification unit, and MQ2 gas sensor for enhanced safety and emission control. Experimental testing using LDPE, HDPE, and PP plastic waste demonstrated successful production of combustible pyro-oil with characteristics similar to diesel-range fuel. The system provides an economical and environmentally conscious solution for decentralized waste management, particularly suitable for small communities and rural applications. The estimated prototype cost ranges from ₹2,860 to ₹4,150, supporting its feasibility for affordable implementation.
DOI: http://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20230605
