Materials
Innovative Strategies for the Reuse of Construction and Demolition Waste in Concrete Production
Author(s) Hassan Barkat, Artur Bressanelli Teixeira, Carlos Hoffmann Sampaio, and Josep Oliva Moncunill Abstract The reuse of construction and demolition waste (CDW) is increasingly recognised as a critical pathway to sustainable development within the...
Recycling Old Wind Turbine Blades into Sustainable Cement Mortar
Author(s) Magdalena Rucka & Marzena Kurpińska Abstract The growing number of decommissioned wind turbines poses a major environmental challenge, particularly regarding the disposal of large, durable blades. Many ask: Can old wind turbine blade be recycled...
Mitigating Deleterious Materials in Concrete: Insights into Iron Sulfide Mineral Dissolution
Author(s) Zhanzhao Li, Christopher A. Gorski, Aaron Thompson, Jeffrey R. Shallenberger Abstract Deleterious materials, particularly those containing iron sulfide minerals such as pyrrhotite and pyrite, pose a significant threat to the long-term durability of...
Revolutionising Construction with Lightweight Concrete Mixtures: Strength, Sustainability, and Innovation
Author(s) Diptikar Behera, Kuang-Yen Liu, Firmansyah Rachman, Aman Mola Worku Abstract Lightweight concrete mixtures are reshaping the construction industry with their exceptional balance of reduced weight, structural performance, and environmental...
Innovative Underwater Repair Mortar Enhances Crack Sealing Performance
Author(s) Ning Wang, Yinger Deng, Shuai Liu, Lin Chen Abstract Underwater repair mortar plays a critical role in restoring submerged concrete structures, offering advanced solutions for challenging repair environments. As infrastructure ages and marine...
Innovative Use of Ginger and Stone Waste Enhances Antimicrobial Concrete Performance
Author(s) Romário Moreira Siqueira, Bruna Sthefanie Paz de Souza, Jonas Alexandre, Aline Chaves Intorne, Edmilson José Maria, Sergio Neves Monteiro Abstract In the pursuit of sustainable and durable construction materials, researchers have explored the...
Innovative Concrete Pavement Rehabilitation Methods Using Geopolymer Grouting
Author(s) Wenjie Li ,Jinchao Yue and Bin Liang Abstract Concrete pavement rehabilitation methods have evolved significantly with the advent of innovative techniques such as homogenised micro-crack crushing and slag-based geopolymer grouting. These approaches...
Fiber Reinforcement for Concrete: Hybrid Approaches to Cracking, Strength, and Long-Term Durability
Author(s) Zehra Funda Akbulut, Tawfik Piotr Smarzewski and Soner Guler Abstract Fiber reinforcement for concrete is reshaping the way engineers design modern structures, offering improved strength, crack resistance, and long-term durability. Among the most...
Carbon Fibre Electrical Conductivity: Advancing Self-Sensing Cement for Smarter Transport Infrastructure
Author(s) Yao Yao, Yunsheng Xu, Jianhui Li, Jianzhong Wei, Jianming Yang, Abstract The advancement of carbon fibre electrical conductivity in cement composites is reshaping transport infrastructure by enabling self-sensing capabilities. Self-sensing cement,...