Performance evaluation of recycled nylon polymer gears

Sachin A. Kamble, Rai Sujit Nath Sahai, Deepankar Biswas, Pravin Nana Jadhav, Ashwin Pathak, Department of General Engineering, Institute of Chemical Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Gharda Institute of Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Thakur College of Engineering and Technology

Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials

Published online on February 17, 2026

Abstract

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This study investigates the performance of three different gears manufactured by injection moulding using: (i) virgin Nylon 6, (ii) a blend of 15% recycled Nylon 6 with virgin Nylon 6 (referred to as 15% RP material), and (iii) 15% RP material reinforced ...