Concept and New Categorization of Ecomaterials

Abstract

The concept and new categorization of environmental conscious materials, ecomaterials, are reviewed. The robust design of materials of which is proposed as a part of new activities in ecomaterials is focused on. Then subjects on the robust design of structural materials are discussed. Novel process technologies building high performance and/or service with low environmental burden are necessary. The secondary materials accepted for recycling and should be considered to improve resource productivity and long-life materials.