Kaushik Sankar
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View article: Fabrication and mechanical properties of metakaolin‐based geopolymer composites reinforced with auxetic fabrics
Fabrication and mechanical properties of metakaolin‐based geopolymer composites reinforced with auxetic fabrics Open
This work presents a novel experimental study on the use of auxetic fabrics as the main reinforcement in geopolymer composites, aiming at higher energy dissipation in impact demanding applications. For this, a potassium‐based geopolymer wa…
View article: The influence of alkaline treatment on the mechanical performance of geopolymer composites reinforced with Brazilian malva and curaua fibers
The influence of alkaline treatment on the mechanical performance of geopolymer composites reinforced with Brazilian malva and curaua fibers Open
Lignocellulosic fibers obtained from the curaua ( Ananas erectifolius ) and malva ( Malva sylvestris ) plants in Brazil can be used as suitable reinforcements for geopolymers (GPs) owing to their high strength, ready regional availability,…
View article: Setting and nanostructure of slag-fly ash binders
Setting and nanostructure of slag-fly ash binders Open
Slag fly ash binders (SFB) are room temperature hardening binders that have high strength, reasonable setting time, and lower carbon footprint when compared to ordinary Portland cement (OPC). The precursors for SFB are industrial byproduct…
View article: Rehabilitation of deteriorated wood railroad ties using inorganic polymers : final report on Project F17-AR03
Rehabilitation of deteriorated wood railroad ties using inorganic polymers : final report on Project F17-AR03 Open
The U.S. Army owns and maintains about 1,900 miles of railroad track configured as short lines for mission-required on military installations where ordnance and other heavy freight must be moved in quantity onsite, or to connect with the n…