Draft 2 Summary

Seabin Using Plastics to Fight Plastics

According to Seabin Using Plastic to Fight Plastic (2019), Seabin Project states that microplastics and microfibres are one of the greatest threats to the marine ecosystem. They collect organic pollutants faster than inorganic particles where marine animals will mistake them as food and eventually "travel up the food chain" and "reaching our plates". The article states that microplastics and microfibres are plastics pieces that are smaller than 5 mm. The Seabin Project mentions that Seabin Technology captures and removes all surrounding debris and microplastics. A study was conducted and observed that Seabin was able to remove finer plastics, of sizes 2 to 5 mm in diameter. A comparison was conducted with Mantra trawl and a modified Seabin filter. Mantra trawl is the standard sampling method where a special net is dragged behind a boat. The article mentions that the physical traits of the samples are near identical and both are effective in sampling microplastics. As explained in the article, the reason why Seabin is a preferred method is that it is reliable, time-saving and inexpensive.

Draft 1 Summary

Seabin Article

According to Seabin Project (2019), microplastics and microfibres are now considered one of the greatest threats to the marine environment to the marine ecosystem as they collect organic pollutants faster than inorganic particles, and marine animals accidentally ingest them. This problem is so acute that the United Nations (UN) is calling for actions to be taken.

It also mentions that Seabin technology captures all surrounding debris and also removes considerable amounts of microplastics 2mm and greater, preventing the particles from breaking down into smaller pieces in the water. 

The article states that the Seabin method is cheaper and more time-efficient compared to the standard method used. It is also being studied as an alternative scientific monitoring tool. The Seabin Project joins current global efforts to reduce microplastic and microfiber loads in the ocean. More research and development are carried out so that the Seabin will be able to remove even smaller particles of microplastics in the near future.

Intro Letter

Subject: Self-introduction

Dear Prof Blackstone,

My name is Muhammad Syafiq Bin Salleh and I am writing this email to give a brief introduction about my educational background and professional interest in engineering. I graduated from Temasek Polytechnic with a diploma in mechatronics engineering. Currently, I am pursuing my degree in mechanical engineering offered by the Singapore Institute of Technology and attending your effective communication class.

My strength in communication is that I enjoy socialising with new people. It helps to broaden my perspective of the world when we share our experiences so that I do not get caught up with only the things I already know. In a way, I will improve my general knowledge and at the same time have more topics to talk about when I meet another stranger. A weakness that I strongly agree with is that I have difficulties composing myself whenever I am doing public speaking. I will overthink the contents that I am about to share thus losing concentration and resulting in me stuttering throughout my speech as I try to recall the things I have to say. At times, I may over-explain myself and side-track from the focused topic.

One of the takebacks I wish to achieve from this module is the ability to give a good speech where my audiences get enlightened on the topic I am conveying. This is to not make them feel like they are being forced into listening to me. Another skill that I wish to gain is knowing how to expand conversations. Learning how to keep conversations rolling rather than leaving it hanging. More importantly, to overcome my weakness when it comes to presentations where I find it difficult for me to convey messages to my audiences.

I would like to thank you for taking the time to read this letter.

Sincerely,

Syafiq

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