[HTML][HTML] Carbon sequestration and storage in concrete: A state-of-the-art review of compositions, methods, and developments

M Kazemian, B Shafei - Journal of CO2 Utilization, 2023 - Elsevier
Given the widespread use of concrete as the construction material of choice, achieving
sustainable development goals in the civil infrastructure sector directly relies on reducing the …

Inclusive characterization of 3D printed concrete (3DPC) in additive manufacturing: A detailed review

RD Riaz, M Usman, A Ali, U Majid, M Faizan… - … and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
This review paper aims to provide an inclusive characterization of the use of concrete in
additive manufacturing by exploring the various parameters that affect the extrudability …

[HTML][HTML] Effect of silica fume on the properties of sustainable cement concrete

HM Hamada, F Abed, HYB Katman, AM Humada… - Journal of Materials …, 2023 - Elsevier
The disposal of hazardous waste materials in landfills and open areas creates a severe
impact on the environment. Silica Fume (SF), a by-product from the ferrosilicon and silicon …

[HTML][HTML] Mechanical performance and feasibility analysis of green concrete prepared with local natural zeolite and waste PET plastic fibers as cement replacements

AQ Ahdal, MA Amrani, AAA Ghaleb, AA Abadel… - Case Studies in …, 2022 - Elsevier
Green concrete is a sustainable composite material having natural and waste materials
replacing carbon dioxide gas-producing cement, and aggregates in the concrete. Thus, it …

Effect of pozzolanic reaction of zeolite on its internal curing performance in cement-based materials

X Zheng, K Liu, S Gao, F Wang, Z Wu - Journal of Building Engineering, 2023 - Elsevier
In the present study, effect of pozzolanic reaction of zeolite on its internal curing performance
in cement-based materials was experimentally investigated. Firstly, the pozzolanic activity of …

[HTML][HTML] Natural zeolite as a supplementary cementitious material–A holistic review of main properties and applications

M Shekarchi, B Ahmadi, F Azarhomayun… - … and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
Pozzolanic materials or industrial wastes can be used to partially replace cement,
minimizing the carbon footprint of concrete structures. Zeolite, silica fume, fly ash, and …

Early age hydration and autogenous shrinkage of blended cement containing brick powder

X Luo, J Gao, S Li, Y Zhao, G Chen, C Liu - Construction and Building …, 2023 - Elsevier
Early age hydration and autogenous shrinkage of blended cement containing brick powder
(BP) was investigated using hydration heat, internal relative humidity (IRH) and 1 H NMR …

Predicting the chloride diffusion coefficient and surface electrical resistivity of concrete using statistical regression-based models and its application in chloride …

R Homayoonmehr, A Rahai… - Construction and Building …, 2022 - Elsevier
The chloride diffusion coefficient and surface electrical resistivity (SER) are two most
important characteristics of concrete durability. This study aims to develop prediction models …

Physical, mechanical, and microstructure characteristics of ultra-high-performance concrete containing lightweight aggregates

AA Abadel - Materials, 2023 - mdpi.com
This study explores and enhances the resistance of an ultra-high-performance concrete
(UHPC) to explosive spalling under elevated temperatures. This study investigates the …

Influence of cellulose micro-fibers on hydration characteristics of cementless UHPC using CaO-activated GGBFS

Y Oinam, S Ju, M Shin, S Pyo - Construction and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
This study aimed to investigate the influence of natural cellulose fibers (NCFs) on improving
the hydration characteristics of cementless ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) using …