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Performance of alkali-activated slag concrete [PDF]

open access: yes, 2003
The environmental concerns related to the production of cement in terms of the energy consumption and the emission of CO2 lead to the search for more environmentally viable alternatives to cement.
Al-Otaibi, Saud
core   +6 more sources

The ambient and elevated temperature performance of hemp fibre reinforced alkali-activated cement foam: Effects of fibre dosage and alkali treatment [PDF]

open access: yes, 2023
Hemp fibre is gaining attention as a sustainable alternative to synthetic fibres in cementitious composites. This study investigates the effects of dosage and alkali treatment of hemp fibre (HF) on the strength, shrinkage, and fire resistance of alkali ...
Jay Sanjayan   +7 more
core   +1 more source

Standardization of a Chemical Modification Protocol for Jute Fabric Reinforcement

open access: yesJournal of Natural Fibers, 2022
Surface modification of a jute fibrous reinforcement is preferred to improve its compatibility with thermosetting resin for the development of biocomposite.
L. Ammayappan   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effect of Alkali Treatment on the Physical, Mechanical, and Morphological Properties of Waste Betel Nut (Areca catechu) Husk Fibre

open access: yesBioResources, 2014
This study aims to determine the properties of waste betel nut husk (BNH) fiber as a potential alternative for reinforcement in polymer composites. The BNH fibres were subjected to alkali treatment using 5% sodium hydroxide.
Yusriah Lazim   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Investigation on the Physicochemical and Mechanical Properties of Novel Alkali-treated Phaseolus vulgaris Fibers

open access: yesJournal of Natural Fibers, 2022
This investigation is aimed to analyze the effect of sodium hydroxide (NaOH) treatment on the physical, chemical, structural, thermal and surface topography of Phaseolus vulgaris fibers (PVFs). The surface of raw PVFs was modified by soaking with 5% NaOH
B. Gurukarthik Babu   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

University-Industry-Government Interaction: Drivers for Innovation in Nigeria [PDF]

open access: yes, 2020
This study examines the University-Industry-Government (UIG) collaboration as a potential driver for innovation in Nigeria. While Nelson and Rosenberg (1993), Freeman and Soete (1997) and Lundvall (1998) acknowledge the roles of innovation in economic ...
Alkali, Usman
core   +1 more source

Extraction and Characterization of Nano-cellulose Fibrils from Indian Sugarcane Bagasse- an Agro Waste

open access: yesJournal of Natural Fibers, 2022
India is among the largest producers of sugarcane in the world. Sugarcane bagasse (SCB) has been used in different applications in the area of sugar and its products, biomedical sciences, biotechnology, textile industry, etc., and its utilization as a ...
Nitin Kumar Waghmare, Sabah Khan
doaj   +1 more source

Development of Recycled PET/comber Noil Nonwovens for Thermal Insulation Application

open access: yesJournal of Natural Fibers, 2022
In recent years, recycling has been an attractive issue for researchers considering the sustainability of the wastes arising from different engineering applications.
N. Muthu Kumar   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Nonconventional alkaline activating solutions for alkali-activated mortars and concretes

open access: yes, 2021
Innovative solutions for reducing environmental problems associated with alkali-activated concrete are fundamental to make its use widespread. This study aims to present an overview of the production, characterization, application, and environmental ...
Soriano, L.   +4 more
core   +1 more source

The Influence of Chemical Treatments on Cantala Fiber Properties and Interfacial Bonding of Cantala Fiber/Recycled High Density Polyethylene (rHDPE)

open access: yesJournal of Natural Fibers, 2018
The influence of chemical treatments on the properties of cantala fiber as well as on the quality of the interfacial bonding of cantala fiber/rHDPE was investigated. The fibers were treated with alkali, silane, and a combination of both.
Wijang Wisnu Raharjo   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

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