It is well-recognized that recycled aggregate (RA), obtained from dismantled structures, is
more porous and less dense, than natural aggregate (NA) due to the presence of adhering …

Utilization of recycled aggregate (RA) and recycled concrete powder (RCP) from the
construction and demolition waste (CDW) has multiple advantages including; preservation …

The current utilization of low-quality recycled fine aggregate sourced from concrete waste
acting as river sand replacement cannot achieve the preparation required for high-quality …

This paper comprehensively reviews the factors influencing the autogenous shrinkage and
drying shrinkage of recycled aggregate concrete (RAC). Compared with natural aggregate …

Global demand for buildings and infrastructure is extremely high as provision of shelter,
sanitation and healthcare are paramount to safeguard the world's growing population …

Natural river sand is preferred as fine aggregate. A large percentage of concrete comprises
fine aggregates and hence river sand is over-mined due to the higher demand in the …

The initial moisture condition of recycled concrete aggregates has a great influence on the
fresh and hardened state of concrete. Water compensation is generally proposed with the …

River sand is widely used as fine aggregates in concrete. Several countries have prohibited
the use of river sand in construction owing to the devastating effects of excessive river sand …

River sand is commonly used as a fine aggregate in concrete. Due to the restriction for the
use of river sand in several parts of the world to protect river beds, the demand for alternative …

This review article has attempted to address the problems associated with river sand mining
and the adverse impacts of CO 2 emissions from the construction sector. The PRISMA …