Characterization of SnO 2/TiO 2 with the Addition of Polyethylene Glycol via Sol-Gel Method for Self-Cleaning Application [PDF]
TiO2 is one of the most widely used metal oxide semiconductors in the field of photocatalysis for the self-cleaning purpose to withdraw pollutants. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is recommended as a stabilizer and booster during preparation of water-soluble ...
Dewi Suriyani Che Halin +9 more
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Durability of geopolymers and geopolymer concretes: A review
Abstract Geopolymers are green materials with three-dimensional silicon and aluminum tetrahedral structures that can be serving as environmentally friendly construction materials and therefore have the potential to contribute to sustainable development.
Lingyu Tian +3 more
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Functional glass-ceramic foams from \u2018inorganic gel casting\u2019 and sintering of glass/slag mixtures [PDF]
The here described investigation was essentially aimed at exploring the chemical stabilization and reutilization of iron-rich slag from copper metallurgy, by the manufacturing of glass-ceramic foams.
Bernardo, Enrico +2 more
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Effect of NaOH Solution on Mechanical Properties and Morphology of Fly Ash Based Cold-Pressed Geopolymer [PDF]
Cold-pressing method is beneficial in reducing the porosity of geopolymer matrix, but the low liquid volume will result in unreacted aluminosilicate materials. This problem can be resolved by increasing sodium hydroxide (NaOH) concentration.
O. Shee-Ween +6 more
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Self-Heating Ability of Geopolymers Enhanced by Carbon Black Admixtures at Different Voltage Loads [PDF]
Sustainable development in the construction industry can be achieved by the design of multifunctional materials with good mechanical properties, durability, and reasonable environmental impacts.
Fiala L. +4 more
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Effect of Adding Polypropylene Fibers in Met kaolin-Based Geopolymer Concrete [PDF]
Geopolymer is a binder material that was created as a result of efforts to decrease Portland cement's negative environmental effects. Geopolymer concrete shares certain properties with ordinary concrete, including brittleness.
Qais Frieh, Mushtaq Kamil
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Assessment of thermal performance and surface moisture risk for a rear-ventilated cladding system for façade renovation [PDF]
Ventilated façade systems, incorporating thermal insulation behind a rear-ventilated cladding, constitute a popular renovation solution in warm European climates.
Arregi, Beñat +2 more
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Studying the behavior of geopolymer concretes under repeated loadings
This article investigates utilization of polypropylene microfibers as reinforcement in geopolymer concrete to enhance the ductility characteristics since the geopolymer concrete is considered a brittle material.
Osamah M. G. Al-Kerttani, Ammar Mutar
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Highly porous mullite ceramics from engineered alkali activated suspensions [PDF]
Air may be easily incorporated by vigorous mechanical stirring, with the help of surfactants, of activated geopolymer-yielding suspensions. The cellular structure is stabilized by the viscosity increase caused by curing reactions, configuring an ...
Bagci +31 more
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An Investigation of TiO2 Addition on Microstructure Evolution of Sn-Cu-Ni Solder Paste Composite
In this research, varying fraction of titanium oxide (TiO2) reinforcement particles was successfully incorporated into Sn-Cu-Ni solder paste in an effort to study the influence of TiO2 addition on microstructure evolution of Sn-Cu-Ni solder paste ...
Saud Norainiza +5 more
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