Fibers have been utilized in the production of building materials for a very long time.
Preliminary studies and examinations have revealed that the use of natural and synthetic …

Engineered cementitious composite (ECC) featuring extraordinary tensile ductility is a
promising option for many structural applications but its large-scale manufacture is not eco …

Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fiber-reinforced geopolymer mortar is an eco-friendly construction
material with excellent mechanical properties and durability. Visual observation, mass loss …

Building and infrastructure damages, such as tunnels, have become a more important issue
because of the continuous expansion of rural and urban constructions. It is well-known that …

Experimental studies using a substantial number of datasets can be avoided by employing
efficient methods to predict the mechanical properties of construction materials. The …

Alkali-activated concrete (AAC) is recognised as a novel sustainable construction material to
substitute Portland cement concrete with superior thermal and mechanical performance …

In recent years, due to the ever-increasing demand of concrete the need for sustainable and
economically feasible structural concrete has obtained special attention of both researchers …

Minimizing the cement amount used to produce concrete significantly reduces non-
renewable raw materials, primarily clays and limestone or chalk, used in cement production …

The utilization of fibers plays a crucial role in improving the mechanical performance of
cementitious composites. The bridging effect of fiber at the cracked surface provides …

The usage of mineral basalt fibers is a relatively novel and popular topic nowadays due to its
abundant availability, low cost, and higher temperature resistance. In addition, the …