A state-of-the-art review on geopolymer foam concrete with solid waste materials: components, characteristics, and microstructure

M Abdellatief, MA Elrahman, H Alanazi… - Innovative Infrastructure …, 2023 - Springer
Globally, several million tons of various wastes are produced each year, and these
quantities are projected to rise. Environmental issues arise from the landfilling or burning of …

Mechanical properties, high temperature resistance and microstructure of eco-friendly ultra-high performance geopolymer concrete: role of ceramic waste addition

M Abd Ellatief, AA Abadel, K Federowicz… - … and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
This study aims to develop ultra-high performance geopolymer concrete (UHPGC) using fine
ceramic waste (FCW) as a partial fine aggregate. In this research, 12 mixes were designed …

Recent advances in cementless ultra-high-performance concrete using alkali-activated materials and industrial byproducts: A review

DY Yoo, N Banthia, I You, SJ Lee - Cement and Concrete Composites, 2024 - Elsevier
This paper offers a comprehensive review of recent advancements in cementless ultra-high-
performance concrete (UHPC) that employs alkali-activated materials and industrial …

[HTML][HTML] Influence of high temperature exposure on compressive strength and microstructure of ultra-high performance geopolymer concrete with waste glass and …

AM Tahwia, M Abd Ellatief, G Bassioni… - Journal of Materials …, 2023 - Elsevier
This research evaluates the effect of high temperatures up to 800° C on the compressive
strength and microstructure of the developed ultra-high performance geopolymer concrete …

Influence of steel slag and steel fiber on the mechanical properties, durability, and life cycle assessment of ultra-high performance geopolymer concrete

Z Xu, J Zhang, J Zhang, Q Deng, Z Xue… - … and Building Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
The rapid development of global industry has led to the generation of large quantities of
industrial waste, resulting in inefficient resource usage and environmental contamination. To …

[HTML][HTML] Characterization and optimization of fresh and hardened properties of ultra-high performance geopolymer concrete

M Abdellatief, M Mortagi, M Abd Elrahman… - Case Studies in …, 2023 - Elsevier
Due to the deterioration and environmental issues of cement-based ultra-high-performance
concrete (UHPC), there is an increasing interest in utilizing geopolymer technology to …

Durability characteristics of slag based geopolymer concrete modified with crumb rubber

TY Orhan, MB Karakoç, A Özcan - Construction and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
Today, due to the increasing demand in the building sector, the interest of researchers in
sustainable building materials is increasing. Geopolymer concretes especially come to the …

The research on the mechanical properties, microstructure, environmental impacts of environmentally friendly Alkali-activated ultra high performance concrete …

J Shen, Y Li, H Lin, Y Li - Journal of Building Engineering, 2024 - Elsevier
Alkali-activated material prepared by the silicon aluminum solid wastes are commonly
considered as the low-carbon cementitious material, which has important significance for …

Influence of nano alumina reinforced superabsorbent polymer on mechanical, durability, microstructural and rheological properties of cementitious materials

VS Sujitha, B Ramesh, JR Xavier - Journal of Building Engineering, 2023 - Elsevier
Superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) are widely used in concrete for their promising effect in
internal curing and crack sealing. Nano materials are efficient in improving the permeability …

Alkaline degradation of plant fiber reinforcements in geopolymer: a review

C Lv, J Liu - Molecules, 2023 - mdpi.com
Plant fibers (PFs), such as hemp, Coir, and straw, are abundant in resources, low in price,
light weight, biodegradable, have good adhesion to the matrix, and have a broad prospect …