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Producing Green Bricks Using Industrial Waste

A study published in the Beni-Seuf University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences highlights the use of industrial waste in producing eco-friendly bricks. Using ground granulated blast-furnace slag (GGBS) activated by cement kiln dust (CKD) and quicklime (QL), the study found that these green bricks exhibit enhanced physical and mechanical properties, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional masonry bricks.

24 Jun 2024

CASE Construction Equipment Electrifies the Future

As governments across the world push industry and the public towards a zero-carbon future, in a drive to improve air quality, manufacturers are meeting customer needs by developing solutions to cut exhaust emissions from machinery and transportation.

From CASE Construction Equipment 24 Jun 2024

The Roadmap to Reducing Construction Waste

A study in Sustainability outlines a roadmap to mitigate construction waste (CW) in Türkiye through a systematic literature review and stakeholder surveys, proposing short-, medium-, and long-term strategies for sustainable urban development.

20 Jun 2024

Producing New Concrete Using Recycled Aggregate

Researchers demonstrated the potential of using recycled aggregates in concrete, showing it reduces environmental impact while maintaining sufficient strength for construction.

19 Jun 2024

Reinforcement of Concrete Beams Using Glass Fiber Textile Mesh

Researchers have developed a novel reinforcement technique for crushed clay brick lightweight concrete (LWC) beams, employing a rubberized strain-hardening cementitious composite reinforced with glass fiber textile mesh (GFTM-RSHCC) and carbon fiber sheets (CFS).

18 Jun 2024

Tougher Concrete Inspired by Mollusk Shells

Researchers developed nacre-like cementitious composites using laser processing and elastomeric interlayers, achieving unprecedented fracture toughness and ductility. These bio-inspired materials, modeled after mollusk shells, demonstrate significant potential for applications requiring high resistance to cracking.

17 Jun 2024

CAPO-Test Validates Concrete Strength from Brick Aggregates

This study evaluates the precision and reliability of the non-destructive CAPO-Test for estimating in situ compressive strength of concrete made from machine-crushed brick aggregates. By comparing CAPO pullout force with core and cylinder tests across various strengths and ages, researchers found a strong correlation between pullout force and compressive strength.

14 Jun 2024

Enhancing Bonding Strength in Bamboo-Based Composites

This review examines critical factors influencing bonding strength in bamboo-based composites, essential for robust green building materials. Exploring adhesives, bamboo species, temperature, and manufacturing methods highlights optimal strategies for durable bamboo composites.

12 Jun 2024

Mother Nature as the Inspiration for New Cement Composite

Princeton engineers have developed a novel cement composite that is 17 times more resilient to cracks than regular cement and 19 times more flexible, allowing it to stretch and change without cracking.

12 Jun 2024

Enhancing Soil Cement with Ferronickel Slag

This study examines the hydration behavior and performance of soil cement enhanced with ferronickel slag powder under freshwater curing conditions. The research reveals that incorporating up to 45% ferronickel slag powder improves the compressive and tensile strength of soil cement, providing a denser microstructure, while excessive slag content weakens these benefits.

11 Jun 2024