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View article: Microstructure-Driven Feasibility of Crushed Bamboo Coarse Aggregate for Structural–Insulating Wall Composites
Microstructure-Driven Feasibility of Crushed Bamboo Coarse Aggregate for Structural–Insulating Wall Composites Open
This study evaluates crushed bamboo as a coarse aggregate for structural–thermal wall composites, comparing its performance against mixes with wood sawdust and rice husk. Crushed bamboo was used in both smooth and surface-roughened conditi…
View article: Synergistic Effect of Metakaolin Waste and Nano-Silica on the Properties of Ultra-High-Performance Concrete
Synergistic Effect of Metakaolin Waste and Nano-Silica on the Properties of Ultra-High-Performance Concrete Open
This article investigates the synergistic effect of metakaolin waste (MW) derived from the production of expanded glass granules and nano-silica (NS) on the hydration and other properties of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) reinforce…
View article: Exploring the Potential of Green Clay Materials Through Sustainable Modification with Natural Polysaccharides
Exploring the Potential of Green Clay Materials Through Sustainable Modification with Natural Polysaccharides Open
This study investigated the effects of natural polysaccharides—guar gum (GG) and xanthan gum (XG)—on the properties and structure of illitic clay. Clay samples were prepared using five different GG and XG solutions, with polysaccharide con…
View article: Effect of Pozzolanic Additive on Properties and Surface Finish Assessment of Concrete
Effect of Pozzolanic Additive on Properties and Surface Finish Assessment of Concrete Open
This research focuses on the impact of a pozzolanic additive (zeolite) on the durability properties of concrete and the evaluation of the surface finish of the final product (concrete). Durability is one of the key characteristics of concr…
View article: Layered acoustic structures made of plastic microfibre pulp waste with metamaterial for low- and middle-frequency sound absorption applications
Layered acoustic structures made of plastic microfibre pulp waste with metamaterial for low- and middle-frequency sound absorption applications Open
This study investigates the development and acoustic performance of a layered composite structure composed of plastic microfibre pulp (PMFP) and plastic acoustic metamaterial (PAM), designed for low-frequency sound wave control. Addressing…
View article: Potential applications of rubber buffing dust and recovered crumb rubber in cement concrete
Potential applications of rubber buffing dust and recovered crumb rubber in cement concrete Open
: Rubber waste is an important and growing part of waste. Despite variation by country due to socioeconomic factors and waste management, the rubber content remains high. The construction industry, with its large material needs, provides a…
View article: The Effect of Organic Lake Sediments (Sapropel) on the Properties and Biological Resistance of Unfired Clay Bricks
The Effect of Organic Lake Sediments (Sapropel) on the Properties and Biological Resistance of Unfired Clay Bricks Open
Clay materials were prepared with clay and sapropel (SP) or clay and modified (frozen) sapropel (FSP) as the main raw materials. Clay-based materials were formed by mixing clay with a different dosage of SP or FSP (5–30 wt.%). The effect o…
View article: Utilising Phosphogypsum and Biomass Fly Ash By-Products in Alkali-Activated Materials
Utilising Phosphogypsum and Biomass Fly Ash By-Products in Alkali-Activated Materials Open
Significant environmental issues are raised by the phosphogypsum (PG) waste that is being produced. In Lithuania, about 1,500,000 tons of PG waste is generated yearly, and about 300 Mt is generated yearly worldwide. A by-product of burning…
View article: Designing of Sustainable Building Material Made of Non-Fired Clay with Various Biopolymers
Designing of Sustainable Building Material Made of Non-Fired Clay with Various Biopolymers Open
This study is dedicated to the development of an environmentally friendly building material made from non-fired clay, stabilized with various biopolymers (starch, alginate, and chitosan) [...]
View article: Development of Composite Acoustic Panels of Waste Tyre Textile Fibres and Paper Sludge
Development of Composite Acoustic Panels of Waste Tyre Textile Fibres and Paper Sludge Open
Since society is moving towards sustainable development, interest in secondary use of waste has recently become significant. This paper investigates a process to develop an acoustic material, using two types of waste. Composite acoustic pa…
View article: CHARACTERISTICS OF FIRED CLAY BRICKS WITH DOLOMITE POWDER ADDITION
CHARACTERISTICS OF FIRED CLAY BRICKS WITH DOLOMITE POWDER ADDITION Open
The paper analyses the effect of dolomite powder on properties and durability of clay brick. Clay bricks were made from the mix containing from 10 to 30 % of waste dolomite powder and fired at 1000 ?C temperatures. In this case, clay brick…
View article: The influence of modified biopolymer on mechanical, hygrothermal properties and durability of ecological clay materials
The influence of modified biopolymer on mechanical, hygrothermal properties and durability of ecological clay materials Open
In this study, the effect of modified biopolymer (retrograded corn starch) on the mechanical and hygroscopic properties of clay materials was investigated. Also, described the technology of a modified biopolymer preparation. Clay materials…
View article: Effect of Retrograded Starch Hydrogel on the Hygroscopic and Durability Properties of Clay Composites
Effect of Retrograded Starch Hydrogel on the Hygroscopic and Durability Properties of Clay Composites Open
This study is devoted to assessing the hygroscopic and durability properties of a clay composite with the addition of a natural polymer. Modified polymer-retrograded starch hydrogel (RSH) of various concentrations (2.5, 5.0, 7.5, and 10.0%…
View article: Thermal-Modified Polymer as a Sustainable Solution for the Enhancement of Clay Material Properties
Thermal-Modified Polymer as a Sustainable Solution for the Enhancement of Clay Material Properties Open
first_page settings Order Article Reprints Font Type: Arial Georgia Verdana Font Size: Aa Aa Aa Line Spacing: Column Width: Background: Open AccessAbstract Thermal-Modified Polymer as a Sustainable Solution for the Enhancement …
View article: Towards the Use of Yellow Clay in Fired Bricks
Towards the Use of Yellow Clay in Fired Bricks Open
This chapter deals with the study of the possibility of using yellow clay - which was only used in pottery so far- in the civil engineering field as building materials, especially in the field of fired bricks. With the aim to improve the t…
View article: USE OF TANNERY SLUDGE IN CLAY BRICK MANUFACTURING
USE OF TANNERY SLUDGE IN CLAY BRICK MANUFACTURING Open
The paper analyses the possibilities of recycling tannery sludge (TS) in clay brick manufacture.The physico-mechanical properties and microstructure of clay brick and cement mortars vary depending on TS content in the mix.2.5 %-15.0 TS (…
View article: Evaluation of physical and mechanical properties of fired-clay bricks incorporating both mineral and organic wastes
Evaluation of physical and mechanical properties of fired-clay bricks incorporating both mineral and organic wastes Open
The clay brick is one of the oldest building materials, and as the use of waste in the bricks can reduce clay consummation and the environmental burden due to the accumulation of waste, the present study was chosen, the addition of mineral…
View article: Production of fired clay brick from municipal solid waste incinerator fly ash
Production of fired clay brick from municipal solid waste incinerator fly ash Open
This paper is a report on the results of a feasibility study on the immobilization of municipal solid waste incinerator fly ash by producing a fired clay brick. The main purpose of this work was to test the clay used in the manufacture of …
View article: Environmental study and valorization of an ashy waste: case of pyrrhotite ash
Environmental study and valorization of an ashy waste: case of pyrrhotite ash Open
Pyrrhotite ash is an industrial waste which is currently stored in large quantities in a large area in southwest of Morocco. The literature review revealed that this waste has been used by some cement industries and has not been the subjec…
View article: Recycling Municipal Solid Waste Incineration (MSWI) Fly Ash As Addition for Clay Brick
Recycling Municipal Solid Waste Incineration (MSWI) Fly Ash As Addition for Clay Brick Open
The authors analyses the possibilities of recycling municipal solid waste incineration (MSWI) fly ash in clay brick manufacture. The paper analyses the effect of MWSI fly ash (FA) on physical-mechanical characteristics, environmental toxic…
View article: Structural Ceramics Modified with Technogenic Isostatic Nanographite
Structural Ceramics Modified with Technogenic Isostatic Nanographite Open
During the production of ceramic wall materials based on acidic and semi-acidic loams, products with low physical and technical parameters are obtained. To improve the characteristics of structural ceramics, it is suggested to modify the r…
View article: Impact of Differently Prepared Paper Production Waste Sludge (PSw) on Cement Hydration and Physical-Mechanical Properties
Impact of Differently Prepared Paper Production Waste Sludge (PSw) on Cement Hydration and Physical-Mechanical Properties Open
After analysis of calorimetric tests results of the cement mixtures with PSw prepared at different temperatures and SEM, XRD, physical-mechanical properties results of cement stone hardened for 7 and 28 days, it is determined that PSw can …
View article: Feasibility Study of Using Clay Bricks Made from Municipal Solid Waste Incinerator (Mswi) Fly Ash
Feasibility Study of Using Clay Bricks Made from Municipal Solid Waste Incinerator (Mswi) Fly Ash Open
This study deals with the effect of MSWI (municipal solid waste incinerator) fly ash on fired clay bricks. Initially, the MSWI fly ash was characterized by its chemical composition and morphology. Different ratios of the MSWI fly ash (0, 2…
View article: A Study on Tannery Sludge as a Raw Material for Cement Mortar
A Study on Tannery Sludge as a Raw Material for Cement Mortar Open
The paper analyses the properties (chemical and mineral composition, microstructure, density, etc.) of recycled tannery sludge (TS) and the possibilities for using it in cement mortar mixture. Mortar specimens containing 3–12% of tannery s…
View article: Structural Modification of Ceramic Brick with Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes
Structural Modification of Ceramic Brick with Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes Open
The paper considers a method for improving physical and mechanical properties of ceramic bricks made from low-melting low-grade clay and quartz sand. The priority task is to develop a kind of batch based on widespread low-grade clay contai…
View article: Possibilities of Plastic Waste Application in Expanded Clay Concrete
Possibilities of Plastic Waste Application in Expanded Clay Concrete Open
The article analysis the application possibility of plastic waste and their impact on the properties of expanded clay concrete. Two plastic waste are selected from SC "Plasta" (A and B types). A type waste has slimy and dense structure, B …
View article: Utilisation of drinking water treatment sludge for the manufacturing of ceramic products
Utilisation of drinking water treatment sludge for the manufacturing of ceramic products Open
The influence of the additive of drinking water treatment sludge on the physical and mechanical properties, structural parameters, microstructure of the ceramic products is analysed in the research. Drinking water treatment sludge is renew…
View article: Damage to Polymer Coating on Facing Brick Surface in Operated Buildings
Damage to Polymer Coating on Facing Brick Surface in Operated Buildings Open
The article describes the main reasons of efflorescence on the facing brick surface coated with polymer that leads to its delamination in operated buildings. To reduce efflorescence moisture, infiltration in the masonry should be reduced, …