[HTML][HTML] Smart materials and technologies for sustainable concrete construction

J Nilimaa - Developments in the Built Environment, 2023 - Elsevier
This paper presents a comprehensive review of current trends and opportunities for
sustainable concrete construction, emphasizing the importance of adopting eco-friendly …

[HTML][HTML] Impact of Nano-silica on the hydration, strength, durability, and microstructural properties of concrete: A state-of-the-art review

F Althoey, O Zaid, R Martínez-García, F Alsharari… - Case Studies in …, 2023 - Elsevier
Concrete significantly impacts the atmosphere as its primary raw material, Portland cement,
determines a considerable proportion of carbon dioxide in its production process. Improving …

[HTML][HTML] Sustainability evaluation, engineering properties and challenges relevant to geopolymer concrete modified with different nanomaterials: A systematic review

O Zaid, NAH Sor, R Martínez-García… - Ain Shams Engineering …, 2024 - Elsevier
Geopolymer, a novel binder material, possesses the potential to replace conventional
cement completely. Recent studies have investigated the incorporation of various …

Experimental study on the properties of ultra-high-strength geopolymer concrete with polypropylene fibers and nano-silica

F Althoey, O Zaid, S Alsulamy, R Martínez-García… - Plos one, 2023 - journals.plos.org
Because of the recent progress in materials properties, specifically high-strength concrete,
further research is needed to evaluate its suitability, understanding, and performance in the …

Determining engineering properties of ultra-high-performance fiber-reinforced geopolymer concrete modified with different waste materials

F Althoey, O Zaid, S Alsulamy, R Martínez-García… - Plos one, 2023 - journals.plos.org
Reprocessing solid waste materials is a low-cost method of preserving the environment,
conserving natural resources, and reducing raw material consumption. Developing ultra …

[HTML][HTML] Ultra-high-performance fiber-reinforced sustainable concrete modified with silica fume and wheat straw ash

F Althoey, O Zaid, R Martínez-García… - Journal of Materials …, 2023 - Elsevier
Developing ultra-high fiber-reinforced concrete (UHPFRC) demands an immense quantity of
ordinary Portland cement (OPC). Using a high percentage of cement in UHPFRC leads to …

Development of a nature-inspired polymeric fiber (BioFiber) for advanced delivery of self-healing agents into concrete

MH Khaneghahi, D Kamireddi… - … and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
In this study, we developed nature-inspired multi-functional polymeric fibers (called
BioFiber) to deliver bio-self-healing agents into cementitious materials. BioFibers were …

Sustainability assessment, structural performance and challenges of self-healing bio-mineralized concrete: A systematic review for built environment applications

A Raza, MH El Ouni, M Azab, D Khan, KM Elhadi… - Journal of Building …, 2023 - Elsevier
The self-healing (SH) of cracks in concrete using bacteria without the need for manual
involvement is a viable answer to the problem of long-term concrete sustainability. When …

A study on the strength and durability characteristics of fiber-reinforced recycled aggregate concrete modified with supplementary cementitious material

O Zaid, F Althoey, RM García, J de Prado-Gil… - Heliyon, 2023 - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Recycled aggregate (RA) made from waste concrete is an environmentally friendly
alternative to natural aggregate (NA) for concrete manufacturing. However, compared to NA …

Exploring the potential of bacterial concrete: A sustainable solution for remediation of crack and durability enhancement–A critical review

S Rajadesingu, KC Mendonce, N Palani… - … and Building Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
The investigation of durable and sustainable construction materials has encouraged
significant advancements in concrete technology, one such notable innovation is integration …