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402 articles for “Cementation”
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Comparative Study on Thermal Performance of Mud Rammed and Concrete Residential Building Envelope in Paro - Bhutan
Abstract: A key factor in assessing the total energy efficiency of a building is the thermal performance of the building envelope. In Bhutan the building energy sector accounts for 15% of the total domestic electricity consumption out of which 50 to 60% accounts for space heating in the temperate region. Previous research findings and data also indicate that heat loss or gain through the building envelop were the most significant contributor …
Published in International Journal of Energy and Thermal Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Structural Assessment of Rigid Pavement Systems Under Heavy Loading Conditions
Abstract: This study presents an analysis of pavement and foundation layer design subjected to heavy vertical loads and upward soil pressure. A total load of 1716 tonnes transmitted from the superstructure is considered acting on the pavement system. Due to upward soil pressure, tensile stresses develop in the foundation layers, requiring adequate thickness of sand and aggregate layers to ensure structural stability. Based on the tensile strength of sand (2 N/mm²), …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 36–48 Read article
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Recent Developments in Polymer Concrete: Considerations for Materials, Performance, and Sustainability
Abstract: In modern infrastructure Growing need of durability and environmental has driven interest in polymer concrete (PC) as an alternative to conventional cement-based materials. This review critically evaluates recent developments in polymer concrete with emphasis on material innovations, performance characteristics, and sustainability aspects. Demonstration of Advanced polymer binders (e.g. epoxy, polyester and vinyl ester resins) shown significant improvements in mechanical strength, adhesion and chemical resistance. Investigation indicates that use of nanomaterials …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 910–920 Read article
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Recent Progress in Near-Surface Mounted Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Strengthening Systems: Composite Materials, Adhesive Technologies, and Interfacial Bonding
Abstract: Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have emerged as one of the most promising classes of advanced engineering materials for structural strengthening and rehabilitation owing to their high specific strength, excellent corrosion resistance, fatigue durability, and design flexibility. Among various strengthening approaches, near-surface mounted (NSM) systems have gained significant attention because they provide enhanced bond performance, improved protection against environmental exposure, and superior utilization of FRP reinforcement compared with conventional externally bonded …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1145–1153 Read article
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Analysis of Effect of Human Hair in Compressive and Split Tensile Strength of Concrete
Abstract: AbstractThis research paper presents the analysis of the effect of human hair in compressive and split tensile strength of concrete. In the recent time due to a significant increase in population increases large amount of human hairs. Human hairs are strong in tension and it also reduces greater impact, abrasions and shatter resistances in concrete and prevents many problems in this environment. Fiber reinforcement improves the impact strength and fatigue …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 50–61 Read article
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Mechanical Properties of Aerated Concrete
Abstract: Nowadays it is very important to make the concrete economical. Aerated concrete is ordinary concrete that contains controlled amounts of air in the form of microscopic bubbles and having low density as compare to conventional concrete. These intentionally entrained air bubbles are extremely small. By using Air Entraining Agent (AEA), cement, coarse aggregate, fine aggregate and water we create aerated concrete. The experiment is perform on aerated concrete which is …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 20–29 Read article
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Strength and Durability of Concrete Cubes and Cylinders Wrapped with FRP
Abstract: Experimental were conduct on the distressed reinforced cement concrete compressive element and on the same after they have been retrofitted for rehabitation. Presently, FRP materials are also been started use in construction field in the form of wrapping to enhance the load carrying capacity, shear and flexural strength as well as ductility. This is an experiment based project which deals with strengthening and load deformation relationship of reinforced cement concrete. …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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A Review of Ecofriendly Bricks by Using Fly Ash
Abstract: Concrete, steel and bricks are commonly used materials in construction practice, of which, bricks are most commonly used constituent. Masonry walls are commonly used in partition thereby large numbers of brick elements are required in construction of building. In this paper, various types of manufacturing of bricks were studied. Optimum percentage of fly ash using various combinations of material in the brick like lime, cement and clay are studied and …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Use of Recycled Aggregates in Concrete Mix Used as White Topping
Abstract: Concrete, steel, brick, stone, glass, clay, mud and wood are the key materials for construction of any civil structure. Now a day’s cement concrete is the main construction material used worldwide in construction industries. As per the environmental change, concrete conserve resources, protect the environment, economize and lead to proper utilization of energy. To triumph this, use of wastes and by-products in concrete mix used for new constructions in a …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 57–62 Read article
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Use of Steel Slag in Fly Ash Based Concrete for White Topping
Abstract: The fast growth in industrialization has resulted in tons of by products or waste materials, which can be used as secondary cementitious materials such as fly ash, steel slag etc. The use of these byproducts not only helps to utilize these waste materials but also improves the properties of concrete in fresh and hydrated states. Steel slag and fly ash are the two materials used in concrete. Most concrete produced …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 63–69 Read article
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Assessment of Compressive Strength of OPC and PPC-Based Concretes Combined by Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity and Rebound Hammer
Abstract: In this study, non-destructive tests were performed on ordinary Portland cement (OPC) and Portland pozzolana cement (PPC) based concrete specimens, namely the ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV) and rebound hammer (RN). A relationship is thus established between the NDT values and the compressive strength. A statistical regression analysis was performed between the compressive strength with UPV and RN values to obtain a best-fit relationship and correlation coefficients. To take into account …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Comparison of the Compressive Strength of Concrete Made with Palm Kernel Shell and Gravel as Coarse Aggregates
Abstract: The investigation of alternative materials for the construction, comparison of the compressive strength of concrete made with palm kernel shell as coarse aggregate and concrete made with gravel. A mix proportion of 1:2:4 with water cement ratio of 0.6, ordinary Portland cement, PKS, gravel and sand were used for this research. 24 cubes were cast and tested for compressive strength at 7, A14, 21 and 28 days. The result showed …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Effect of Steel Slag and Bagasse Ash on Strength of Concrete
Abstract: An experimental investigation was carried out to evaluate the strength properties of concrete. The concrete mix of M-50 grade was designed and produced by replacing steel slag partially with fine aggregate and bagasse ash partially with cement. The mix proportions were prepared with varying percentage of bagasse ash including one control mix of steel slag. Bagasse ash in concrete was replaced with 0, to 20% with an interval of 5% …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Concrete Compressive Stress-Induced Crack Analysis and the Main Causes of Concrete Cracks in Construction
Abstract: The findings of experimental investigations into the micromechanical behaviour of concrete under various loading scenarios are presented in this work. Concrete specimens with normal and high strengths were examined under uniaxial compression in constrained spaces. Injection of a low melting point alloy was done into the concrete specimens' pores and fissures. To preserve the load-induced stress microcracks and the pictures from the cross sections of the concrete specimens photographed by …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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A Review on Stabilization of Expansive Soil Using Different Methods
Abstract: Expansive soils are difficult soils for construction purposes because of their cyclic swell/shrink behavior. These soils undergo significant expansion when subjected to an increase in water content or shrink under evaporation condition (when water out). Bulging soils can be improved in several ways. Either by adding materials such as cement, lime, sand and adding river mixture soil. or these soils treated with chemical additives. When added to expansive soils in …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 32–40 Read article
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Strength of Geopolymer Concrete by Replacement of Fine Aggregate with Waste Steel Slag
Abstract: AbstractThe increased production of Portland cement causes great concern to environment because of its high carbon foot print. Geopolymer concrete is a new invention in the world of concrete in which cement is totally replaced by industrial waste and byproducts like fly ash. Geopolymer concrete is environment-friendly material for construction because of its reduced carbon foot print and also it is found to be durable. In this study, strength and …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Synthesis of low cost artificial sand from fly ash and its application as a filter material
Abstract: The usage of natural river sand is increasing vastly. Geopolymers are materials with three-dimensional alumina silicate structures that have a high mechanical strength and can be used as an alternative to Portland cement. The probability of using Natural river sand can also be replaced with geopolymer synthetic sand. There are many properties which may lead the scarcity of natural river sand they are Because of landslides, tsunamis and erosion. The …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 37–46 Read article
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Characteristic Studies on Self-compacting Concrete using Nano Silica with Copper Slag
Abstract: The paper examines the possibility of using copper slag as partial replacement of sand and Nano Silica as partial replacement of cement and super plasticizer and Viscosity Modifying Agent are used in self compacting concrete, in order to overcome problems associated with cast-in-place concrete. Self compacting concrete does not require skilled labours. The percentage of copper slag to be added is 10 %, 20 %, 30 % of total weight …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Anodic Polarization Study on Steel Bar in Concrete Powder Solution Extracts Contaminated with Chloride and Sulfate Salts
Abstract: In present work, anodic polarization tests are conducted on different steel specimens to find out corrosion zone potentials of various corrosion zones. The tests are done in the concrete powder solution extracts contaminated with the varying levels of admixed chloride and sulfate salts, at varying w/c ratios and cement types. The admixed chloride content is fixed at 3.5% and the sulfate content is used as 0, 2.5 and 5%, by …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Nuclear Laser Techniques and the Use of Ion Exchange Resins for Radioactive Waste Removal
Abstract: The energy found in an atom's nucleus, or core, is referred to as nuclear energy. Electricity can be produced using nuclear energy, but it first needs to be released from the atom. A laser that has been nuclear pumped has been charged with energy from fission byproducts. In a nuclear reactor core, the lasing medium is housed in a tube lined with uranium-235 and exposed to strong neutron flux. The …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 29–32 Read article