Latest Publications on Frugal Innovation
This is our latest selection of worldwide publications on Frugal Innovation, between many scientific online journals, classified and focused on frugal innovation, jugaad, open innovation, DIY, crowdsourcing and upcycling.
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The INTEGER Project Case Study
On 2025-01-31 by Fatima Canseco-Lopez, Artur Serra, Marta Martorell Camps @MDPI
Keywords: open innovation, ecosystems, social innovation, sustainable impact, Living Labs
AI summary: Quadruple Helix ecosystems drive social innovation. INTEGER project explores integration of actors for sustainability. Study on health ecosystems in Krakow, Hamburg, and Catalonia. Collaboratories proposed for holistic understanding.
Abstract: Quadruple Helix open innovation ecosystems are gaining relevance as they incorporate different actors with different perspectives, contributing significantly to the development of social innovation communities that are more responsive to today&rsquo;s social and environmental challenges. The Horizon Europe INTEGER project aims to better understand how social and economic innovation actors can be effectively integrated into European innovation ecosystems to address critical sustainability[...]
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Evaluation of a Novel Route for Targeting the Polymer Microstructure
On 2025-01-30 by Giulia Bernagozzi, Rossella Arrigo, Alberto Frache @MDPI
Keywords: polymer microstructure, mechanical recycling, thermo-mechanical degradation, high-density polyethylene, upcycling
AI summary: Evaluation of a Novel Route for Targeting Polymer Microstructure, Proposed route involves utilization of additive, Additive alters polymer microstructure for improved properties, Achieving effective upcycling of HDPE with potential for high-added-value applications
Abstract: The mechanical recycling of thermoplastics (especially of polyolefins) often results in recyclates with inferior properties compared to their virgin counterparts. This phenomenon is mainly due to the modification of the polymer microstructure induced by the degradation processes undergone by the materials during their service life and reprocessing. In this work, a promising route for obtaining high-melt-strength recycled high-density polyethylene (HDPE) is proposed. In particular, the exploited [...]
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Innovative Pyrolysis of Textile Waste into Microporous Carbons for Enhanced Environmental Sustainability
On 2025-01-26 by Anastasia Anceschi, Francesco Trotta, Marina Zoccola, Fabrizio Caldera, Giuliana Magnacca, Alessia Patrucco @MDPI
Keywords: pyrolysis, textile waste, microporous carbons, environmental sustainability, wastewater treatment
AI summary: Conversion of PET-PU textile waste into microporous carbons using pyrolysis process for effective wastewater treatment. Adsorption of dyes, high surface area, and low porosity achieved without chemical activation. Regeneration tests show high retention of adsorption capacity, with reduced global warming potential and low production cost.
Abstract: The generation of synthetic textile waste is a growing global concern, with an unsustainable rate of expansion. This study addresses the growing issue of synthetic textile waste by converting polyester&ndash;polyurethane (PET-PU) post-industrial scraps into microporous carbon materials, which can be utilized for wastewater treatment. Using a straightforward pyrolysis process, we achieved a high specific surface area (632 m2/g) and narrow porosity range (2&ndash;10 &Aring;[...]
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A Conceptual Framework for the Upcycling Supply Chain in the Wood Sector
On 2025-01-26 by Ana Mojica, Julio C. Serrano-Ruiz, Beatriz Andres, Rocio de la Torre @MDPI
Keywords: upcycling, supply chain management, sustainable practices, circular economy, conceptual framework
AI summary: Importance of upcycling in supply chain management highlighted. Proposed framework integrates traditional wood upcycling with material recovery. Emphasis on circular economy practices in the wood sector. Key aspects include supply chain restructuring and global stakeholder alignment.
Abstract: This paper highlights the importance of sustainable practices in supply chain management, focusing on upcycling as a key approach to transforming discarded materials into valuable products. It proposes a conceptual framework based on state-of-art and action research, which integrates traditional wood upcycling with secondary material recovery, addressing gaps in the existing literature and promoting collaboration among manufacturers, waste managers, and designers. The framework emphasizes circul[...]
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Open Innovation for Environmental Sustainability
On 2025-01-22 by Amelia Kurniawati, Fahmy Habib Hasanudin, Fandi Achmad, Raihan Abdurrahman, Rizki Fajar Ahmad Gurnita @MDPI
Keywords: innovation, environmental sustainability, SMEs, open innovation, clustering
AI summary: SMEs face challenges in achieving environmental sustainability due to limited resources. Utilizing open innovation can help SMEs innovate their processes and achieve sustainability goals. This study examines how SMEs in Rembang Regency, Indonesia, use open innovation to improve their environmental sustainability. The results show two clusters of SMEs, with one group showing higher sustainability achievement and open innovation involvement.
Abstract: Environmental sustainability is challenging for SMEs, mainly due to SMEs&rsquo; limited resources. To achieve environmental sustainability, SMEs must innovate their production process and waste management. SMEs can utilize open innovation to counter their limited resources problem. This study aims to explore the clustering of SMEs based on their environmental sustainability achievement and the utilization of open innovation to achieve it. The data used in this study are from 38 SMEs that[...]
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Leveraging Crowdsourcing for Mapping Mobility Restrictions in Data-Limited Regions
On 2024-09-07 by Hala Aburas, Isam Shahrour, Marwan Sadek @MDPI
Keywords: crowdsourcing, mapping, mobility restrictions, spatial, Telegram
AI summary: Efficient methodology for real-time mapping of mobility restrictions using spatial crowdsourcing and Telegram. Utilizes ArcGIS Online and 3W model for data analysis. Validation methods ensure reliability. Applied in Palestinian territory for accurate and comprehensive mapping.
Abstract: This paper introduces a novel methodology for the real-time mapping of mobility restrictions, utilizing spatial crowdsourcing and Telegram as a traffic event data source. This approach is efficient in regions suffering from limitations in traditional data-capturing devices. The methodology employs ArcGIS Online (AGOL) for data collection, storage, and analysis, and develops a 3W (what, where, when) model for analyzing mined Arabic text from Telegram. Data quality validation methods, including sp[...]
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