Assessment of the microbial contamination of mechanical protection gloves used on waste sorting industry: A contribution for the risk characterization.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2020.109881
Abstract: In Portugal, mechanical protection gloves (MPG) are of mandatory use and during their use sweat is released and, consequently, the humidity of the material increases leading to conditions favorable to the growth of microorganisms. However,… read more here.
Keywords: waste sorting; microbial contamination; contamination; risk characterization ... See more keywords
Sensor-Based Technologies in Effective Solid Waste Sorting: Successful Applications, Sensor Combination, and Future Directions.
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DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.2c05874
Abstract: The increase in global population and improvement of living standards have stirred up a continuous increase in solid waste generation, while simple incineration and landfilling bring about serious environmental and health concerns. In order to… read more here.
Keywords: waste; based technologies; sensor based; solid waste ... See more keywords
Versatile waste sorting in small batch and flexible manufacturing industries using deep learning techniques
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-87226-x
Abstract: The expansion of LEAN and small batch manufacturing demands flexible automated workstations capable of switching between sorting various wastes over time. To address this challenge, our study is focused on assessing the ability of the… read more here.
Keywords: deep learning; waste; manufacturing; small batch ... See more keywords
Driving Green: Waste Sorting and Circular Economy in Rural China
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DOI: 10.1080/1540496x.2024.2354795
Abstract: ABSTRACT In today’s world, information plays a critical role in shaping individual behaviors toward the environment. Drawing on the externality theory, this study examined how information sources influence rural residents’ willingness and behaviors toward domestic… read more here.
Keywords: information; waste; circular economy; china ... See more keywords
Determinants of household-level solid waste sorting practice the case of Bure town, North-western Ethiopia
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DOI: 10.1080/23311886.2025.2483388
Abstract: Abstract This study investigates household-level determinants of solid waste (SW) sorting practices in Bure town, North-western Ethiopia, addressing a critical aspect of environmental sustainability and public health. Employing a cross-sectional design and mixed research approach,… read more here.
Keywords: waste sorting; bure town; waste; household level ... See more keywords
90 Bioaerosol Exposure in Automated and Traditional Waste Sorting Plants
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DOI: 10.1093/annweh/wxac087.066
Abstract: The waste management sector takes a central part in the transition towards circular economy and is subject to technological progress and the implementation of new work operations. Traditional waste collection and processing systems are characterized… read more here.
Keywords: waste; traditional waste; sorting plants; waste sorting ... See more keywords
Unpacking the role of maximizing decision-making style in employee’s waste sorting intentions: the perspective of comprehensive action determinant model
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DOI: 10.1108/jsocm-11-2024-0269
Abstract: Purpose Promoting pro-environmental behaviors like proper waste sorting in the workplace is crucial for organizations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint. This study aims to investigate the role of maximizing decision-making style – the tendency… read more here.
Keywords: decision making; waste sorting; making style;
A 4-DoF Parallel Robot With a Built-in Gripper for Waste Sorting
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DOI: 10.1109/lra.2022.3192582
Abstract: This article presents a new robot concept dedicated to fast and energy-efficient waste sorting applications. This parallel robot can provide at the same time the three translations in space (3-DoF) and the opening/closing of a… read more here.
Keywords: dof parallel; built gripper; parallel robot; waste sorting ... See more keywords
Individual and situational determinants of plastic waste sorting: an experience sampling method study protocol
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DOI: 10.1186/s40359-021-00596-5
Abstract: Background Plastic waste management is one of the most challenging problems of our time. Until now, only 9% of the produced plastics has been recycled. In order to increase recycling, a behavior change towards sorting… read more here.
Keywords: situational determinants; waste sorting; plastic waste; waste ... See more keywords
Factors determining the public receptivity regarding waste sorting: a case study in Surabaya city, Indonesia
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DOI: 10.1186/s42834-019-0042-3
Abstract: Waste sorting at the source has been enforced by the Government of Indonesia since the implementation of the Waste Management Law No. 18 Year 2008. However, waste sorting is still not a popular practice in… read more here.
Keywords: waste sorting; sorting source; regarding waste; receptivity regarding ... See more keywords
An assessment of occupational exposure to bioaerosols in automated versus manual waste sorting plants.
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DOI: 10.2139/ssrn.4260565
Abstract: Occupational exposure during waste sorting is associated with several health outcomes. This study obtained knowledge about the impact of work in fully automated waste sorting plants (AWSP; n = 3) vs manual waste sorting plants (MWSP; n = 3)… read more here.
Keywords: dust; sorting plants; occupational exposure; waste sorting ... See more keywords