Advanced Materials and Sustainability in Civil Engineering

verfasst von: Kiran Kumar Poloju

Verlag: Springer Singapore

Buchreihe : SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology

Enthalten in: Springer Professional "Wirtschaft+Technik" , Springer Professional "Technik" , Springer Professional "Wirtschaft"

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This book discusses the detailed concepts of concrete and its development with pros and cons. Besides, the significance of various industrial wastes as partial replacements with concrete ingredients such as cement and aggregates are discussed. The creation of cement contributes to around 7% of carbon emissions into the atmosphere leading to greenhouse effect and global warming. Similarly, the wastes generated from various industries such as thermal, steel, ceramic, marble, paper and etc. shows the impact on atmosphere and leads to air pollution and land pollution. Thus, it is essential to focus on these wastes to use them in a profitable manner without compromising the current needs. This book discusses a few examples on studies of using various industry wastes as partial replacement of cement in concrete

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Frontmatter

Chapter 1. Concrete

Abstract

Concrete has been proven to be a leading construction material for more than a century. It is obtained by mixing fine aggregates, coarse aggregates, and cement with water and sometimes admixtures in the required proportions. Concrete is the most abundant manmade material in the world. In most developing countries, concrete is the second most utilized resource after water. Generally, concrete is strong in compression and weak in tension.

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Chapter 2. Admixtures

Abstract

An admixture is a material added to the cement previously or during its mix to improve its properties. In most developing countries, at least one admixture is being used in the concrete for ideal outcomes. Admixture is the process of adding or removing SCM as a concrete ingredient. Mineral admixture and chemical admixture are the two forms of admixture. To raise or decrease the setting time of concrete, the admixture plays an important role in the strengthening properties of concrete.

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Chapter 3. Tests on Hardened Concrete

Abstract

Concrete should possess both mechanical and durable characteristics. In general, the mechanical and durable properties of concrete are as follows.

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Chapter 4. Industrial Wastes as a Cement Substitute in Concrete Production

Abstract

Concrete is a necessary component in all types of construction projects. Cement plays a vital role in the construction of concrete. However, the demand for cement in developing countries is rapidly growing these days.

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Chapter 5. Hypo Sludge as Partial Replacement of Cement

Abstract

Various types of waste are generated by the paper industry when processing paper. Hypo sludge is the term for the preliminary waste from the paper industry which contains low calcium content, high calcium chloride content, and low silica content. Because of its silica and magnesium content, hypo sludge behaves like cement. Silica helps in developing the bonding between aggregates in concrete.

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Chapter 6. Marble Powder as Partial Replacement of Cement

Abstract

Marble is a metamorphic rock, which means it has changed over time. Marble has been used in the building, decoration, and decoration of houses and palaces for a long time. When limestone is subjected to intense pressure and heat, marble is made. Metal calcite, as well as other minerals, makes up the majority of marble (e.g. quartz, graphite, mica, iron oxides, clay minerals, and pyrite). Any concrete portion can be partially replaced with marble waste (cement).

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Chapter 7. Ceramic Powder as Partial Replacement of Cement

Abstract

Ceramic tiles are now being used in several industries for different forms of building. Approximately, one hundred million tons of ceramic tiles are manufactured each year by various factories around the world.

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Chapter 8. Seashell as Partial Replacement of Cement

Abstract

Seashells have tough protective exoskeletons. These exoskeletons are mostly composed of calcium carbonate and a small amount of protein, making them common in seashores and valleys. Generally, seashells are regarded as redundant and cannot be used as key ingredients in manufacturing.

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Chapter 9. Geopolymer Concrete

Abstract

Geopolymer concrete is an inorganic polymer of high strength and lightweight that can be used in place of conventional concrete. Normal concrete uses ordinary Portland cement (OPC) as a binder, while geopolymer concrete uses a chemical and fly ash mixture as a binder. Geopolymer concrete has several advantages compared to conventional concrete.

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Backmatter

Titel: Advanced Materials and Sustainability in Civil Engineering
verfasst von: Kiran Kumar Poloju
Verlag: Springer Singapore
Electronic ISBN: 978-981-16-5949-2
Print ISBN: 978-981-16-5948-5
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-5949-2