Benefits of Remanufacturing in Reverse Supply Chains | Chapter 11 | Science and Technology: Recent Updates and Future Prospects Vol. 11

 

This paper described an overview of a reverse supply chain in general and a re-manufacturing process in a reverse supply chain. A Reverse Supply Chain (RSC) deals with the backward flow of products returned from users. Increasing attention has been given to the RSC due to the increasing value of products and technology at the end of direct supply chains as well as the impact of green legislation. A general model was used in order to examine possible re-manufacturing processes in reverse supply chains. Several remanufacturing model processes were investigated. A case study on a small-to-medium enterprise dealing with electronic products and having RSC processes was considered. A mathematical model was proposed to evaluate the cost of remanufacturing process with the objective of minimizing remanufacturing cost. Using cost as a measurement metric in this research limits the model, as minimizing cost is not always the main objective of a system. With end-of-life products, the mathematical model could be different to cover regulation instead of minimum cost.

 

 

Author(s) Details

Maulida Boru Butar Butar

Universitas Gunadarma, Jalan Margonda Raya No.100, Depok, Indonesia.

Mohammad Yamin

Universitas Gunadarma, Jalan Margonda Raya No.100, Depok, Indonesia.

 

Please see the link:- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/strufp/v11/1479

Sustainable Artificial Intelligence (AI): Challenges Confronted | Chapter 4 | Science and Technology: Developments and Applications Vol. 5

Artificial Intelligence has seamlessly changed our daily practices through automated techniques, robotics support, advanced Machine Learning algorithms, Expert systems and many more supporting tools. The influence and augmentation of technology have streaked out manual processing scope and opportunities. The influence and practice of AI in various domains Like Education, medicine, transport, and industry is quite apparent and bothering as well. Experts are now unfolding and exploring the “man vs machine“ aspect and are trying to sightsee the other side of this emergence. This manuscript is also working in the same aspect and particularly concentrating on areas where AI is a challenge to sustainability. Through the study, authors are trying to create thoughtfulness in various sustainability aspects by identifying the sectors where AI adoption is leaving harmful footprints for the environment and other aspects of humanity.

 

Author (s) Details

 

Archana B Saxena
Department of IT (Information Technology), JIMS Rohini Sector-5, India.

 

Deepti Sharma
Department of IT (Information Technology), JIMS Rohini Sector-5, India.

 

Deepshikha Aggarwal
Department of IT (Information Technology), JIMS Rohini Sector-5, India.

 

Please see the book here:- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/stda/v5/3923

Compressive Strength of Waste Utilized Concretes through Bio-mineralization Technique | Chapter 3 | Current Overview on Science and Technology Research Vol. 4

 Large amounts of concrete were created during the construction of buildings, while 30–40% of the trash came from demolitions. Out of a total annual production of about 33 tonnes of copper slag worldwide, 6 to 6.5 tonnes are generated in India. India produces over 2 million tonnes of e-waste each year, and this material is already posing major environmental and public health risks. The strength of waste-derived concrete will decrease, making the employment of a different method to improve its qualities necessary. Concrete that "heals" cracks on its own thanks to new technology offers a promising future for decreasing the inevitable deterioration of concrete structures and the astronomical maintenance costs that go along with it. The abundance of organisms with outstanding talents found in nature, which surrounds us, may serve as an inspiration for the creation of cutting-edge regeneration techniques. Numerous professionals in the fields of civil engineering and biotechnology have resorted to microorganisms to produce bio-building materials that are strong and ecologically sound as well as societally and economically feasible. In this work, the use of waste materials in concrete is investigated, and the compressive strength of concrete with waste replacement is determined. A spore-forming bacteria called Bacillus subtilis was utilised as an additive to enhance the characteristics of concrete, and three primary Wastes, including Demolition Wastes, Copper Slag, and E-Wastes, were chosen to replace aggregate. According to the findings, self-healing technology results in a large and productive rise in mechanical characteristics.

Author(s) Details:

I. Rohini,
Faculty of Building and Environment, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai 600119, India.

R. Padmapriya,
Faculty of Building and Environment, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai 600119, India.

Please see the link here: https://stm.bookpi.org/COSTR-V4/article/view/8281

The Management of E-Waste in the Public Sector: The Case of Bahrain | Chapter 10 | Insights into Economics and Management Vol. 11

 This study was carried out by the researchers in order to assess the Bahrain Public Commission's preparation for e-waste management. The Bahrain Public Commission is a government agency in charge of the Kingdom of Bahrain's maritime and environmental preservation. Glass waste, paper waste, and electronics waste are all collected in distinct coloured boxes around Bahrain. In businesses, the same method is followed. The issue is that few people efficiently follow waste management procedures. This could be attributed to a lack of understanding, which has led to proposals for public awareness initiatives, training programmes, and awareness campaigns across the country. Waste Management in Developed Countries (Waste Management in Developed Countries) - Established countries have more efficient and conventional liquid waste management programmes, owing to their more developed industry and better technologies. The Kingdom of Bahrain's e-waste management system is in its early stages of development, and it requires several steps toward the EMS in industrialised countries, as well as a firm foundation for legislative enforcement. It was suggested that the region develop an e-waste management system, a national framework for the management of e-waste, and start pilot plans on sorting and collection of electronic wastes, including take-back plans and plans for repair, recycling, and refurbishment, as well as provide a strong regulatory environment.

Author (s) Details

Marilou A. Maderazo
Higher College of Technology, Ras Al Khaima, United Arab Emirates.

Aaron Paul M. Pineda
Higher Colleges of Technology, Al Dhafra Campuses, United Arab Emirates.

View Book :- https://stm.bookpi.org/IEAM-V11/article/view/1331