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15 articles for “Strength of Geo-polymer concrete”
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Effect of Heat Exposure on Structural Integrity of Geopolymer Concrete Composites
Abstract: The research evaluates the thermal degradation effects of high temperatures on Geo Polymer Concrete Composite (GPCC) by examining alccofine concrete, concrete made with alccofine and porcelain waste aggregates. Knowing how GPCC behaves under high temperatures proves essential for protecting buildings during fires as well as industrial applications. Each mix design received composite concrete samples that underwent increased heating conditions from 100°C to 700°C at 200°C intervals. Post-heating, various parameters were …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 318–328 Read article
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STUDY OF GEO-POLYMER CONCRETE MADE BY USING NATURAL RIVER SAND WITH DIFFERENT POZZOLANIC MATERIAL – A REVIEW
Abstract: Geo-polymer is a new research topic in the construction industry in which cement is fully replaced by pozzolanic materials like fly ash, Ground Granular blast furnace slag, Rice husk ash, silica fume and alccofine etc. activated by highly alkaline solutions to act as a binder in the concrete mix. The result of previous experimental work reveals that normal concrete manufactured with natural river sand replaced up to optimum percentage by …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 42–50 Read article
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Use of Alccofine and Porcelain Waste Aggregate in Concrete Composite for Strength Enhancement
Abstract: Building construction applications benefit from recent studies on alumino-silicate alkaline activation geo-polymers and their supplementary modifier alccofine as well as new process advancements characteristics including flexural strength and split tensile strength determine structural performance and durability. The construction sector utilizes supplementary cementitious materials, waste materials, and Geo Polymer Concrete (GPC) for concrete composites because it requires environmental sustainability along with better functionality and longer service life of concrete structures. This …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 23–33 Read article
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Strength and Deformation of Rectangular Simply Supported GPC Slab
Abstract: Geo polymer concrete is one of the emerging construction material as a substitute for conventional cement concrete as it eliminate the usage of OPC. It is said that production of 1 tonne of cement emits approximately 1 tonne of carbon dioxide into atmosphere. In order to minimize the liberation of carbon dioxide to air, alternative materials have to be used to replace the cement. Geopolymer concrete in one such material …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Studies on Effect of Various Curing Methods in Glass Fibre Reinforced Geopolymer Concrete with 12 Molarity Alkaline Solutions
Abstract: Due to the increasing environmental impacts associated with ordinary Portland cement, need to develop alternative binders to make concrete, is steadily increasing. Geopolymer concrete is the result of the reaction of materials containing Alumino-silicate with concentrated alkaline solution to produce an inorganic polymer binder. Alkaline solutions used were Sodium Hydroxide and Sodium Silicate. This paper presents results of an experimental study on the compressive strength, flexural strength and split tensile …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Development of sustainable GGBS and FLYASH based Geo-polymer Concrete
Abstract: Construction has been most important human activity since ancient time. Concrete is widely used and trustworthy material for construction. Some of challenges in industry are global warming and insufficiency of construction material. One of the methods for replacing concrete constituents is the use of geo-polymer which helps in using very less quantity of cement in concrete. This project represents study on the mechanical properties of geopolymer concrete with various mixes. …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Geopolymer Concrete Composites and its Properties- A Clean and Sustainable Development
Abstract: Production of geopolymer composites, an inventive and environmentally friendly substitute for regular Portland cement concrete, involves the polymerization of several industrial waste materials, including fly ash, powdered granulated blast furnace slag, silica fume, and rice husk ash, using solutions that are very alkaline. Because this technique removes the requirement for calcination, which is a significant contributor of CO2 emissions during the manufacturing of OPC, GPC is more ecologically friendly. Alkaline …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 284–300 Read article
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Performance of Polymer Modified Polypropylene Fiber Reinforced Concrete
Abstract: AbstractThe fiber reinforced concrete (FRC) is a composite material essentially consisting of conventional concrete reinforced by random dispersal of short, discontinuous and discrete fibers of specific geometry. The conventional plain concrete possesses high compressive strength, low tensile strength, poor impact strength, ductility, and little resistance to cracking and poor resistance to chemical attack. The presences of micro-cracks at the mortar aggregate interface are responsible for the inherent weakness of plain …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 27–36 Read article
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Enhanced Durability and Performance of Reinforced Concrete Beams through CFRP Wrapping: An Experimental Investigation
Abstract: Globally, maintaining and repairing aging reinforced concrete structures poses a significant challenge for the construction industry. Numerous structures built before modern earthquake-resistant design codes lack adequate seismic resilience. Additionally, evolving service requirements often necessitate strengthening existing structures to handle increased loads. While past research explored the effectiveness of various Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) wrappings under specific conditions, limited studies have comprehensively compared the performance of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 4, 2024 · pp. 37–49 Read article
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Development and Performance Evaluation of Polymer-Modified Geopolymer Composites Incorporating GGBS
Abstract: This research investigates the development and performance of geopolymer-based composite materials formulated using Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) as a reactive mineral component within an aluminosilicate polymer matrix. The study aims to create an eco-efficient and structurally sound inorganic polymer composite comparable to M35-grade concrete, produced entirely under ambient curing conditions. A series of mixes with varying GGBS replacement ratios (0–100%) was prepared, maintaining a constant binder content of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1145–1165 Read article
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Recent Advances in Polymer Analysis and Characterization Techniques for High-Performance Materials
Abstract: Polymers play a vital role in various fields, from biomedical engineering to energy storage. Developing high-performance polymers requires a deep understanding of their structure, properties, and behavior. This review paper delves into recent advancements in polymer analysis and characterization techniques. This paper is a comprehensive bibliometric analysis which investigates the research landscape of geopolymer concrete incorporating construction and demolition waste (CDW) by analyzing 389 publications from the Web of Science …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 76–93 Read article
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Investigation on Mechanical Properties of Geo Polymer Concrete With Fly Ash and Steel Fibers
Abstract: The goal of this project was to manufacture fly ash-based geopolymer concrete (FAC), a more environmentally friendly substitute for conventional Portland cement concrete (OPC) by using fly ash (FA) in place of cement. The study discovered that the properties of FAC were comparable to those of OPC, and that the concrete's performance was greatly impacted by the geopolymer's polymeric nature. The geopolymerization process was started with an alkaline solution, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 250–260 Read article
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A Review of Properties of Geopolymer Concrete
Abstract: The growing need for concrete around the world has led to both more concrete being made and more of it being used. Carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere when regular Portland cement is made, which contributes to global warming (OPC). because concrete that is good for the environment needs new kinds of binders. Using different binders could cut down on the energy needed to make traditional concrete and the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 4, 2023 · pp. 60–69 Read article
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Effect of Fiber Addition in Geopolymer Concrete: A Study on Comparison betweenNatural and Artificial Fibers
Abstract: Geopolymer concrete is an inorganic polymer concrete, containing no ordinary Portland cement (OPC). It is produced by reacting alumino-silicate source material with alkaline solution. Geopolymer concrete has highly desirable structural engineering properties, which can lead to significant environmental and economic benefits. Fibers in general and polypropylene (PP) fibers in particular have gained popularity in recent years for use in concrete, mainly owing to their low price and excellent characteristics. Alkalineliquids …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Experimental Study of Geopolymer Concrete in Construction of Rigid Pavement
Abstract: Geopolymer concrete is an inorganic alumino-silicate polymer. In the present experimental study of geopolymer concrete, the ground granulated blast furnace slag, fly ash, sodium hydroxide solution of molarity 14 and sodium silicate solution of molarity 14 are used to prepare geopolymer concrete mixture. The ground granulated blast furnace slag used here is taken from Jindal Steel and Power Limited, Raigarh. Different proportions of the constituents are mixed to get different …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 24–29 Read article