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View article: From Waste to Binder: Alkali Activation of Blended Brick and Metakaolin Residues for Design of Circular Construction Materials
From Waste to Binder: Alkali Activation of Blended Brick and Metakaolin Residues for Design of Circular Construction Materials Open
Alkali-activated materials (AAMs) offer a promising low-carbon alternative to Portland cement, but their development has been dominated by fly ash and slag, whose availability is increasingly limited. This research explores waste brick pow…
View article: Review of Treatment Techniques for Dredged Sediments in the Context of Valorization as Secondary Raw Materials
Review of Treatment Techniques for Dredged Sediments in the Context of Valorization as Secondary Raw Materials Open
The valorization of dredged sediments (DS) presents a sustainable solution for managing waste while addressing resource scarcity and environmental concerns. This review explores treatment techniques and reuse options for DS, focusing on ap…
View article: Sustainable Utilization of Modified Electrolytic Manganese Residue as a Cement Retarder: Workability, Mechanical Properties, Hydration Mechanisms, Leaching Toxicity, and Environmental Benefits
Sustainable Utilization of Modified Electrolytic Manganese Residue as a Cement Retarder: Workability, Mechanical Properties, Hydration Mechanisms, Leaching Toxicity, and Environmental Benefits Open
This study aims to enhance the sustainable utilization of electrolytic manganese residue (EMR), an industrial solid waste rich in sulfates and pollutants, by modifying it with appropriate proportions of granulated blast furnace slag (GBFS)…
View article: Alternative Sprinkler Systems for Reduced Water Use in Florida Strawberry Production
Alternative Sprinkler Systems for Reduced Water Use in Florida Strawberry Production Open
This study aimed to conserve water during these operations by evaluating four low-volume sprinkler systems as alternatives to the impact sprinkler system in an on-station experiment.
View article: Potential of water sediments in construction materials: Current approaches and critical consideration of future challenges
Potential of water sediments in construction materials: Current approaches and critical consideration of future challenges Open
Human activities result in sediment accumulation, so the reservoirs gradually lose their functionality, impacting their ability to manage large flood inflows, supply water, and generate hydroelectric power. Therefore, periodic removal of s…
View article: The Characterization of Properties of Hard Historical Renders
The Characterization of Properties of Hard Historical Renders Open
Rendering materials combine two fundamental functions – create protective layers on a substrate and provide decorative and architectural appear of a building’s facade. In particular, many historical buildings are unique with their facades …
View article: Lime-based historic plasters characterization: mineralogical composition and binder to aggregate ratio
Lime-based historic plasters characterization: mineralogical composition and binder to aggregate ratio Open
Preserving historic buildings requires renovation using compatible plasters that closely resemble the original ones. However, achieving this likeness requires a thorough characterization of the original plaster. This article explores the c…
View article: Characterization of Mineralogical and Mechanical Parameters of Alkali-Activated Materials Based on Water Sediments Activated by Potassium Silicate
Characterization of Mineralogical and Mechanical Parameters of Alkali-Activated Materials Based on Water Sediments Activated by Potassium Silicate Open
The circular economy transition encompasses the identification of various available and sustainable materials to replace traditional binders in the construction industry. The utilization of water sediments represents this point as a benefi…
View article: Assessment of Clayey Freshwater Sediments as Suitable Precursors for Alkaline Activation
Assessment of Clayey Freshwater Sediments as Suitable Precursors for Alkaline Activation Open
One of the biggest challenges in the construction industry in recent times is the mitigation of the environmental impact of this sector, the reduction in dependence on primary raw materials, and the reduction in CO2 production while mainta…
View article: Experimental and Environmental Analysis of High-Strength Geopolymer Based on Waste Bricks and Blast Furnace Slag
Experimental and Environmental Analysis of High-Strength Geopolymer Based on Waste Bricks and Blast Furnace Slag Open
The rationalization of material flows, together with the utilization of waste raw materials for the production of alternative binders, became a very attractive topic during the last decades. However, the majority of designed materials can …
View article: A literature review of the latest trends and perspectives regarding alkali-activated materials in terms of sustainable development
A literature review of the latest trends and perspectives regarding alkali-activated materials in terms of sustainable development Open
The purpose of the paper was to analyze trends in the formation of alkali-activated materials (AAMs) produced from alternative starting materials to blast furnace slags and fly ash. The research was reviewed on the basis of literature data…
View article: Sustainable Retrofitting Criteria in Heritage Buildings: Case Study in Seville (Spain)
Sustainable Retrofitting Criteria in Heritage Buildings: Case Study in Seville (Spain) Open
The construction sector has an important role to play in reducing the threat of climate change. Thus, this work proposes, analyses, and compares two constructive strategies for the intervention/rehabilitation of a protected building locate…
View article: Towards closed-loop concrete recycling: Life cycle assessment and multi-criteria analysis
Towards closed-loop concrete recycling: Life cycle assessment and multi-criteria analysis Open
In this study, a wide-ranging life cycle assessment and multi-criteria analysis for close-loop cycling of concrete are conducted. Considering six performance keys in the technical (compressive strength at short and long ages), environmenta…
View article: Toxic and Biodegradation Potential of Waste Tires for Microorganisms Based on Two Experimental Designs
Toxic and Biodegradation Potential of Waste Tires for Microorganisms Based on Two Experimental Designs Open
Waste tires from traffic are a well-known environmental problem today. For this reason, the toxicity and potential biodegradation of crushed tires were tested in a respiration test with microorganisms. A non-specific soil microbial communi…
View article: Fiber-Reinforced Alkali-Activated Materials Based on Waste Materials
Fiber-Reinforced Alkali-Activated Materials Based on Waste Materials Open
The adverse effects associated with a rise in global temperature require substantial advances in various industries, the building industry in particular, with an emphasis on sustainability and circular economy measures. Research effort on …
View article: Toxic and biodegradation potential of waste tires for microorganisms
Toxic and biodegradation potential of waste tires for microorganisms Open
Waste tires are a well-known environmental problem today. Therefore, there is an effort to use them for the preparation of various building materials in order to reduce the generation of waste and reduce its danger to the environment. Wher…
View article: Potential of industrial waste as alternative alkaline activator for development of eco-efficient mortars
Potential of industrial waste as alternative alkaline activator for development of eco-efficient mortars Open
The alkali-activated materials (AAMs) design can be viewed as one of the most investigated fields in building materials engineering. However, despite numerous studies aimed at the utilization of various precursors, very limited attention i…
View article: Bond Behavior of FRP Bars in Lightweight SCC under Direct Pull-Out Conditions: Experimental and Numerical Investigation
Bond Behavior of FRP Bars in Lightweight SCC under Direct Pull-Out Conditions: Experimental and Numerical Investigation Open
In recent decades, lightweight aggregate concrete (LWC) became a popular building material due to its desired properties. However, various attributes of LWC, such as bond behavior of used reinforcing, have not been described thoroughly. In…
View article: Environmental Consequences of Rubber Crumb Application: Soil and Water Pollution
Environmental Consequences of Rubber Crumb Application: Soil and Water Pollution Open
End-of-life tires are utilized for various purposes, including sports pitches and playground surfaces. However, several substances used at the manufacture of tires can be a source of concerns related to human health or environment’s advers…
View article: Effects of Secondary Porosity on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of SAP-Containing Lime-Based Plasters
Effects of Secondary Porosity on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of SAP-Containing Lime-Based Plasters Open
Despite the many benefits associated with the utilization of superabsorbent polymers (SAPs), several drawbacks have been reported. In particular, the effect of SAPs on microstructure, together with its consequences for mechanical propertie…
View article: Utilization of Crushed Pavement Blocks in Concrete: Assessment of Functional Properties and Environmental Impacts
Utilization of Crushed Pavement Blocks in Concrete: Assessment of Functional Properties and Environmental Impacts Open
Production of concrete is connected to extensive energy demands, greenhouse gases production or primary sources depletion. Reflecting current economical, social, or environmental trends, there is strong pressure on mitigation these require…