[PDF][PDF] Investigating the effect of using three pozzolans (including the nanoadditive) in combination on the formation and development of cracks in concretes using non …

GL Golewski - Adv. Nano Res, 2024 - researchgate.net
This paper presents results of visual analysis of cracks formation and propagation of
concretes made of quaternary binders (QBC). A composition of the two most commonly used …

[HTML][HTML] Determination of fracture mechanic parameters of concretes based on cement matrix enhanced by fly ash and nano-silica

GL Golewski - Materials, 2024 - mdpi.com
This study presents test results and deep discussion regarding measurements of the fracture
toughness of new concrete composites based on ternary blended cements (TCs). A …

Using digital image correlation to evaluate fracture toughness and crack propagation in the mode I testing of concretes involving fly ash and synthetic nano-SiO2

GL Golewski - Materials Research Express, 2024 - iopscience.iop.org
Using digital image correlation to evaluate fracture toughness and crack propagation in the
mode I testing of concretes involving fly ash and synthetic nano-SiO2 - IOPscience Skip to …

[HTML][HTML] Characterization and life cycle assessment of alkali treated abaca fibers: the effect of reusing sodium hydroxide

S Alcivar-Bastidas, DM Petroche, AD Ramirez… - … and Building Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
The increasing demand for natural fibers, driven by their advantageous attributes such as
low density, sustainability, and high specific strength, has promoted the adoption of …

[HTML][HTML] Exploring performance of using SCM concrete: investigating impacts shifting along concrete supply chain and construction

S Chen, Z Ye, W Lu, K Feng - Buildings, 2024 - mdpi.com
Concrete is one of the most used building materials globally, leading to a large amount of
greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Using supplementary cementitious materials (SCM) as …

Sustainable valorization of jarosite as a concrete material investigation of hydration, mechanical, and durability properties

TK Pandiyan, E Solaiyan - Journal of Sustainable Metallurgy, 2024 - Springer
The sustainable management of industrial waste such as jarosite (JS) has been a significant
challenge in many countries. This study aims to develop concrete using JS and ground …

Enhancement fracture behavior of sustainable cementitious composites using synergy between fly ash (FA) and nanosilica (NS) in the assessment based on digital …

GL Golewski - Theoretical and Applied Fracture Mechanics, 2024 - Elsevier
The present study has investigated the strength properties and fracture toughness of
concrete composites reinforced 5% nanosilica (NS) by adding different contents of fly ash …

[HTML][HTML] Short-and long-term experimental performance of concrete with copper slag: Mechanical and physical properties assessment

YF Silva, C Burbano-Garcia, G Araya-Letelier… - Case Studies in …, 2024 - Elsevier
Industrial waste management has increased in recent years and, at the same time, the
production of more sustainable and high-performance concrete has become one of the most …

Comparison of greenhouse gas emissions associated with the construction of timber, concrete, and steel check dams in Akita, Japan: An input-output analysis

T Huzita, R Noda - PloS one, 2025 - journals.plos.org
To mitigate global warming, replacing concrete and steel with timber as the primary
construction material for construction projects, such as check dams, is being promoted in …

Sustainable and Pseudo-Strain-Hardening Metakaolin and Fly Ash–Based Fiber-Reinforced Geopolymer Composites Activated with Potassium: Development and …

R Abufarsakh, H Noorvand, M Hassan… - Journal of Materials in …, 2025 - ascelibrary.org
The present research investigated the mechanical and physical properties of ambient-cured
potassium-activated metakaolin and fly ash (MKFA)–based geopolymer (GP) mortars and …