The widespread presence of fissures in natural rock masses poses numerous challenges to
the design and construction of rock engineering. As an effective reinforcement method …

The aim of this study is to propose a design and optimization method for developing an Ultra-
High Performance Concrete (UHPC) with rapid setting and hardening characteristics. Firstly …

Geopolymer, as a new type of solid waste-based inorganic cementitious material, exhibits
outstanding behavior in terms of physical and chemical performance, macromechanical …

Concrete is a very critical material that may require maintenance and possible repair
periodically, especially in important structure such as bridges. In general, concrete in …

This paper assessed the variables affecting the shrinkage and cracking of blended
metakaolin/blast furnace slag (MK/BFS) alkali-activated mortars (AAM) designed for …

Grouting is commonly used to fill rock joints to provide reinforcement in geotechnical
engineering. Understanding the fracture behavior of grouted rock joints depends on the …

Alkali-activated binder (AAB) is a product with lower carbon footprint and has great potential
to be an alternative to Portland cement in civil construction. In this study, one-part AAB has …

One-part alkali-activated materials (AAMs) are developed to improve conventional two-part
systems. One-part AAMs technology has been used in cement binders to produce concrete …

One-part alkali-activated binder (AAB) is a product with lower environmental impact than
Portland cement, and can be a feasible commercial alternative. The main objective of this …

Natural sand is extensively used in mortars and concretes as aggregate, and the
consumption of this material in construction activities is leading to depletion. This study …