Light transmitting concrete: a review

I Luhar, S Luhar, P Savva, A Theodosiou, MF Petrou… - Buildings, 2021 - mdpi.com
Recently, research attention has been drawn to the application of novel, unique, and
innovative types of construction materials to fulfil diverse objectives associated with the …

Development and properties of light-transmitting concrete (LTC)–A review

SM Chiew, IS Ibrahim, MAM Ariffin, HS Lee… - Journal of Cleaner …, 2021 - Elsevier
The consumptions of artificial light especially in urban area leads to carbon footprints and
global warming. The introduction of light-transmitting concrete (LTC) enables light to be …

[HTML][HTML] Mechanical and light transmittance properties of high-performance translucent concrete

AM Tahwia, N Abdelaziz, M Samy, M Amin - Case Studies in Construction …, 2022 - Elsevier
Abstract High-Performance Translucent Concrete (HPTC) is an innovative energy-saving
building material, as it is a high-quality translucent concrete with high workability, superior …

Light transmittance performance of sustainable translucent self-compacting concrete

AM Tahwia, A Abdel-Raheem, N Abdel-Aziz… - Journal of Building …, 2021 - Elsevier
Translucent self-compacting concrete (TSCC) is an innovative energy-saving construction
material. TSCC was prepared by Portland cement, limestone powder, silica fume, coarse …

The high-performance light transmitting concrete and experimental analysis of using polymethylmethacrylate optical fibers in it

D Navabi, M Javidruzi, MR Hafezi, A Mosavi - Journal of Building …, 2021 - Elsevier
The purpose of the current study is to investigate the optical and physical properties of high-
performance light transmitting concrete which was prepared by Portland cement …

Fabrication and energy efficiency of translucent concrete panel for building envelope

B Huang, Y Wang, W Lu, M Cheng - Energy, 2022 - Elsevier
A translucent concrete panel (TCP) is a novel construction material for building envelopes. It
combines light conduits, such as optical fibers (OFs), and lightweight, high-strength …

[HTML][HTML] Assessment and ANN model development of natural light transmittance of light-transmitting concrete

SM Chiew, IS Ibrahim, MAM Ariffin, HS Lee… - Results in …, 2023 - Elsevier
This study aims to reveal the potential of Light-transmitting concrete (LTC) in transmitting
natural light or sunlight, and to investigate the relationship between fibre diameter, fibre …

Light-transmitting concrete: Performance and novel casting methods

M Pourkazemi, M Vahdati, S Mirvalad… - … and Building Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
Today, with the increase in population, the amount of energy consumption has increased; as
well, high-level construction in urban areas has increased. In this regard, the shading of tall …

State-of-the-art developments in light transmitting concrete

SH Said - Materials Today: Proceedings, 2020 - Elsevier
As the population grows rapidly, many tall buildings have been established in crowded
areas creating huge obstacles for transmitting the natural sunlight into these buildings. After …

Preparation and study of resin translucent concrete products

S Juan, Z Zhi - Advances in Civil Engineering, 2019 - Wiley Online Library
The development of new building materials is a crucial engine for promoting the
development of green energy efficient buildings. In this paper, based on the excellent …