Effect of GGBFS on the mechanical properties of metakaolin-based self-compacting geopolymer concrete

YP Luo, LB Yang, D Wang, Q Zhang, ZY Wang… - Journal of Building …, 2024 - Elsevier
The focus of this study is the production and testing of a new self-compacting geopolymer
concrete (SCGC). The concrete has excellent self-compacting properties, mechanical …

Influences of silicate modulus and alkali content on macroscopic properties and microstructure of alkali-activated blast furnace slag-copper slag

R Xu, F Kong, R Yang, H Wang, T Hong - Construction and Building …, 2024 - Elsevier
The stacking of copper slag (CS) has led to the resource wastage and environmental issues.
Utilizing CS as a green precursor in the production of alkali-activated materials (AAMs) …

[HTML][HTML] Research on Alkali-Activated Systems Based on Solid Waste-Derived Activators: A Review

X Wan, L Ren, T Lv, D Wang, B Wang - Sustainability, 2025 - mdpi.com
The development of solid waste-derived activators for the preparation of alkali-activated
systems is of great significance for further enhancing the environmental friendliness and …

[HTML][HTML] Optimization and characterization of GGBFS-FA based alkali-activated CLSM containing Shield-discharged soil using Box-Behnken response surface design …

G Zhao, X Pan, H Yan, J Tian, Y Han, H Guan… - Case Studies in …, 2024 - Elsevier
With the rapid growth of shield-discharged soil (SDS), there is an increasing demand for
effective recycling and transformation methods. This study aims to develop an alkali …

Effect of 60° C sustained temperature conditions on the mechanical properties and microstructure of alkali-activated fly ash-slag pastes and mortars

H Ma, H Fu, C Cao, Z Xu, X Niu - Journal of Building Engineering, 2024 - Elsevier
The temperature effect has been proven to affect the mechanical properties and
microstructure of alkali-activated materials greatly. The research on the long-term complex …

Influence of calcium oxide and sodium silicate on the setting, hardening and shrinkage properties of alkali-activated slag/fly ash mortars

Y Tao, K Sun, J Yang, B Shen, Y Zhang… - Construction and Building …, 2024 - Elsevier
The use of alkali-activated materials (AAMs) in engineering is limited by issues such as high
shrinkage and uncontrolled setting times, highlighting the need to explore alternative …

Development and evaluation of physical and mechanical properties of alkali-activated multi-component composite grouting materials

Y Xu, H Zhang, X Yu, Y Qian - Construction and Building Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
Using mineral powder, fly ash and cement as the basic three-component composite system,
machine-made sand and gravel powder and expansion agent are introduced to prepare five …

Electrolytic manganese residue-carbide slag-phosphorus slag ternary clinker-free backfill material: Synergistic mechanism and performance evolution

S Liu, Y Wang, A Wu, D Shi, Y Chang, Z Ruan… - Process Safety and …, 2025 - Elsevier
With the advocacy of development concepts of carbon peak and carbon neutrality, the
innovative idea of replacing cement with industrial solid waste for mine filling is encouraged …

Mechanical properties of geopolymer concrete solidified with waste materials

P Zhang, J Ding, X Dai, Y Zheng, M Zheng - Construction and Building …, 2025 - Elsevier
A large quantity of waste slurry (WS) is produced during the process of drilled grouting piles,
which is mainly composed of bentonite, clay, and metal ions. Improper disposal of WS will …

Effect of reactive magnesia on dry shrinkage of geopolymer concrete and its bond property with BFRP bar

D Cao, H Zhang, H Dong, Y Zhao - Construction and Building Materials, 2025 - Elsevier
A pivotal limitation in the widespread adoption of geopolymer concrete (GPC) arises from its
substantial dry shrinkage. The existing methods for mitigating dry shrinkage are inadequate …