Published in Scientific Papers. Series E. Land Reclamation, Earth Observation & Surveying, Environmental Engineering, Vol. XIV
Written by Adrian-Victor LAZARESCU, Brăduț-Alexandru IONESCU, Mihail CHIRA, Tudor-Panfil TOADER, Alexandra CSAPAI, Andreea HEGYI, Carmen-Teodora FLOREAN
Geopolymers can be regarded as a type of sustainable and green building material, with the potential to significantly reduce carbon emissions when compared with conventional alternatives. The present study analyses the performance of geopolymeric binder-based composites that have been obtained by means of alkaline activation of fly ash, which is an abundant industrial waste. The present research is centred upon the evaluation of mechanical properties, such as compressive strength and flexural strength, as main characteristics of their durability. A further objective of the project was to investigate the influences of various factors on the final properties of the material. The experimental findings suggest that the optimised mixture displays enhanced performance with regard to durability and sustainability. This suggests that the material has considerable potential for use in a variety of construction applications. The study provides detailed insight into the potential of this innovative material, which contributes to the development of environmentally friendly construction technologies.
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