The use of concrete in road construction has grown over the past decade due to the
material's great durability. However, concrete has poor tensile strength, ductility, and energy …

The construction industry, as a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, is facing
an urgent need for sustainable development solutions. Materials and products based on …

Hydrophobic modification is a conventional method of promoting the durability of
cementitious materials located in ion erosion environments. In this study, calcium stearate …

This research aims to economically reduce the waste disposal of hemp shiv by incorporating
it into cementitious composites as a replacement for sand. Hot water and steam (H+ S) pre …

This study investigates the effectiveness of different dowel bar techniques in enhancing the
performance of joints connecting concrete slabs in jointed plain concrete pavement …

Nowadays, admixtures are used with the aim to provide strength and durability to concrete
with less water use. New and low-cost admixtures gained a large amount of consideration to …

Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) around the world are mainly built using concrete. The
continuous exposure to wastewater affects the durability of concrete structures and requires …

This paper aims to investigate the ability of an eco-friendly and cheap treatment based on
sodium acetate solutions to improve the mechanical properties of flax fiber-reinforced …

A new line of research is presented in this study where wick drainage technique was
implemented in masonry walls. Three different types of wicks, two lignocellulosic natural …

In previous work, concrete mixes incorporated with different types of acetates (inorganic and
organic) were formulated, cured for 28 days in water, and then tested for compressive …