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Advances in Materials Science and Engineering, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.The construction sector faces the urgent challenge of reducing the environmental impact associated with cement production. In response, biodegradable materials such as agave fibers and biochar have attracted growing interest as sustainable alternatives for improving concrete performance.
Yazmin O. Linares González +5 more
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Advancing eco-friendly concrete with locally sourced natural pozzolana
Frontiers in Built EnvironmentIntroductionThis study investigates the potential of locally sourced Natural Pozzolana (NP) from Saudi Arabia as a sustainable Supplementary Cementitious Material (SCM) for green concrete, supporting Saudi Vision 2030.MethodsAn extensive experimental ...
W. H. Khushefati +3 more
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Advances in Materials Science and Engineering, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.This study investigates the mechanical and physical properties of mortars incorporating crushed hazelnut shell (HS) as a partial replacement for fine aggregates. Mortar mixtures were prepared with varying water‐to‐cement (w/c) ratios ranging from 0.35 to 0.50 and HS dosages of 2.5%, 5%, and 7.5% by weight, along with reference mixtures without HS.
Sergio J. Yanez +7 more
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A study on the influence of curing on the strength of a standard grade concrete mix [PDF]
, 2010 Curing is essential if concrete is to perform the intended function over the design life of the structure while excessive curing time may lead to the escalation of the construction cost of the project and unnecessary delays.
Khan Azhar M. +2 more
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Advances in Materials Science and Engineering, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.The properties of fly and bottom ashes produced by Morupule power stations in Botswana are analysed for their pozzolanicity. Furthermore, the influence of physical, chemical and microstructural properties of the ashes on the performance of compressive strength of fly ash–based blended cement and geopolymer mortar was evaluated.
Damilola O. Oyejobi +4 more
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Life Cycle Analysis Comparison of Stabilizing Materials for Expansive Soils
ARCHive-SRExpansive soils present significant challenges to infrastructure stability, necessitating the use of stabilizing materials. This study conducts a comprehensive life cycle analysis (LCA) research design to evaluate the environmental sustainability of ...
Zied Benghazi, Rima Tobal, Adel Djellali
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Cogent Engineering, 2023 The durability of the self compacting concrete is one of the prominent areas of concern in recent years since it has become prevalent due to its ease of handling in the construction industries.
Yamuna Bhagwat +3 more
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Materials Science in Ancient Rome [PDF]
, 2011 Two books, the "De Architectura" by Vitruvius and the "Naturalis Historia" by Pliny the Elder, give us a portrait of the Materials Science, that is, the knowledge of materials, in Rome at the beginning of the Empire.
Sparavigna, Amelia Carolina
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The International Conference on Civil Infrastructure and Construction, 2023 This study investigates the effect of Natural Pozzolana (NP) and Fly Ash (FA) substitutes on concrete's mechanical and microstructural properties. Mixes containing 10 - 50 % cement substitute ratios were prepared and tested for flexure and compressive strength after 28 days of curing.
Aburumman, Mervat O. +5 more
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Journal of Chemistry, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.Ordinary Portland cement (OPC) remains the most common binder used in construction and accounts for nearly 7%‐8% of the world’s CO2 emissions due to calcination of limestone and high energy use during clinker production. Reducing OPC content using SCMs is one of the major strategies to achieve sustainable construction.
Nancy Mweni Paul +9 more
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