The development of new, sustainable, low-CO2 construction materials is essential if the
global construction industry is to reduce the environmental footprint of its activities, which is …

From daily life to infrastructure and national defense construction, mining has been key in
human history. However, within their vigorous development process, mining activities are …

This article investigated the effects of sodium hydroxide and sodium silicate solutions on the
properties of fly ash (FA)–granulated blast furnace slag (GBFS) geopolymer. Three types of …

In this study, the effects of ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) content, alkaline
solution to binder (Al/Bi) mass ratio, sodium silicate solution to sodium hydroxide solution …

This paper studies the feasibility of utilizing copper mine tailings for production of eco-
friendly bricks based on the geopolymerization technology. The procedure for producing the …

The alkali activation of alumino-silicate materials is a complex chemical process evolving
dissolution of raw materials, transportation or orientation and polycondensation of the …

This paper reports the influence of different curing temperatures, calcium content and
different types of alkali activator solutions on properties of geopolymer mortars (GPM) …

Recycling and utilization of waste concrete is a significant contribution to environment and
sustainable development. In current practice, the recycling of waste concrete is mainly …

This study has investigated the joint effect of several mix parameters on the properties of
foam geopolymers. The mix parameters analysed through a laboratory experiment of 54 …

Mine tailings account for most of the environmental incidents related to the extractive
industry, with risks increasing due to steadily rising tonnage of low-grade ore and extreme …