EcoPlast is an active research project developing an integrated digital platform for automotive-plastics circularity. It combines eco-design, LCA, circularity metrics, digital twins, AI, robotics for sorting and dismantling, and models that predict the mechanical, thermal, and structural performance of recycled plastics in automotive parts.
Brunel University London is a comprehensive public research university in West London with a campus-based community and an applied, industry-engaged ethos. Co-located labs and a science park adjacent to campus provide space for collaborative R&D, while proximity to Heathrow and major transport links makes partnering and pilot deployment straightforward. A strong placement tradition and professional practice pathways connect companies with student and alumni talent for internships and recruitment. Research is backed by competitive funding from UK Research and Innovation councils and Innovate UK, with additional support from national health research bodies. A dedicated technology transfer office manages IP, licensing, and spinouts, and enterprise programs support SMEs and corporate innovation.