Alkali-activated materials (AAMs) received broad recognition from numerous researchers
worldwide and may have potential applications in modern construction. The combined use …

Although a novel inorganic family of geopolymer concrete (GPC) is a promising building
material. The need for understanding its resistance against fire at high temperatures is …

Global warming and noise pollution have emerged as the most serious environmental
problems ever to confront humanity. In recent years, the use of natural fibers as thermal …

Today a wide variety of tools and instruments are made from glass, and they need recycling
after being wasted. However, their recycling process could harm the environment. In order to …

Owing to growing environmental awareness, significant attention is being focused on plant
fibers as inexpensive alternatives to polymeric fibers. Plant fibers used in concrete are eco …

This work aims to investigate the sulfate resistance of geopolymer composites prepared by
alkali activation of metakaolin (MK) and reinforced with polypropylene fiber (PP), polyvinyl …

Sound-absorbing and thermal-insulating materials have a noteworthy role in the
performance of buildings. In recent years, there has been a significant focus on utilizing …

In this study, the effects of abaca fibers on the initial hydration and autogenous shrinkage
characteristics of cement were investigated with the aim of using natural abaca fibers as …

Mortars with external coating are often subjected to situations of sudden degradation, such
as heat stroke, salt attack in coastal environments, or rain. Therefore, the objective of this …

This work aims to evaluate the effect of alkali treatment on sisal fibers to improve the fiber
properties and the effectiveness of their use as reinforcement in cement-based matrices …