Summary Assignment, Final Draft

In the article ‘Duo turn plastic waste into a concrete idea,’ Goy (2016) states that BlueRen scientists and co-founders, Wong Chui Ling and Aravind Muthiah, have discovered an environmentally friendly method to convert plastic waste into carbon nanotubes by using different mineral as a catalyst during recycling. This is important as in 2014 alone, 869 000 tonnes of plastic waste were produced but only 9% of it was recycled. This figure has been unchanged since 2001 and BlueRen’s approach has resulted in a 10% yield. Apart from that, these nanotubes are lightweight yet durable, so it could be used as an additive in concrete making. It helps to strengthen the concrete thus reducing the use of cement by 30%. The article quotes Aravind, who believes that this is what makes BlueRen unique as their “technology is about upcycling and converts plastic waste into high-value products.

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Summary Assignment, Draft #2

Based on the article ‘Duo That Turns Plastics Into Concrete Idea.’ Goy (2016) states that BlueRen scientists and co-founders, Wong Chui Ling and Aravind Muthiah, have discovered an environmentally friendly method to convert plastic waste into carbon nanotubes by using different mineral as a catalyst during recycling. 869 000 tonnes of plastic waste was produced but only 9% of it was recycled. This figure has been unchanged since 2001 and BlueRen’s approach has resulted in a 10% yield. Apart from that, These nanotubes are lightweight yet durable so it could be used as an additive in concrete making. It helps to strengthen the concrete thus reducing the use of cement by 30%. The article quotes Aravind, who believes that this is what makes BlueRen unique as their “technology is about upcycling, and converts plastic waste into high-value products.”

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Summary Assignment, Draft #1

Based on the article ‘Duo That Turns Plastics Into Concrete Idea.’ Goy (2016) has stated that BlueRen scientist and co-founders, Wong Chui Ling and Aravind Muthiah, have discovered an environmentally friendly method to convert plastic waste into ‘carbon nanotubes’ by using different minerals as a catalyst during recycling. In 2014 alone, there were 869 000 tonnes of plastic waste and only 9% of it were recycled. This figure is unchanged since 2001. BlueRen’s approach has resulted in a 10% yield. Ms. Wong said that these nanotubes are lightweight yet durable so it could be used as an additive in concrete making. It helps to strengthen the concrete thus reducing the use of cement by 30%. Mr. Aravind also states that they are looking at pushing BlueRen for commercial use so as to improve the worth of plastic waste into a higher value product.

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FORMAL INTRODUCTION LETTER

Dear Professor Blackstone,


I am writing this letter to formally introduce myself. I graduated from Singapore Polytechnic with a diploma in civil engineering with business. Civil engineering made me realize the beauty of all the amazing structures we have in the world. Therefore, I went on to pursue a degree in civil engineering in Singapore Institute of Technology to broaden my knowledge about it.

The reason why I chose to continue my studies in the same field is that it deals with everything under the sun. At the start, I went into the diploma course with little to no knowledge of what civil engineering is all about. It was the very first group project that sparked the interest I have for the course. The first group project that I had was to build the tallest structure using medium density fiberboard. I was so amazed by the fact that we were about to construct such a tall structure with just wood and glue. The more I dive into the course, the more I got drawn into the beauty of the structures on earth. It made me realize how important civil engineers are.

My weakness in communication would be writing. I have difficulties translating my thoughts into words on paper. This issue has caused me to do badly for my reports and letters. However, I am proficient in communicating with different people. I have sharpened this skill when I was serving the National Service. I was able to communicate with people from different areas and ranks. This has taught me how to speak to them in the appropriate tones and manner.

I hope to improve my writing skills and to be able to present confidently. As these are the skills which most young adults lack due to the improvement of technology. Improving there two skill will give me a cutting edge in many industries as I am able to clearly get my message across to other people.

I look forward to attending the upcoming lessons.

Best regards,

Gordon

Revised: 25/01/2018
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