scholarly journals Laboratory Evaluation of Finely Milled Brick Debris as a Soil Stabilizer

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 967 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cesar Hidalgo ◽  
Gloria Carvajal ◽  
Fredy Muñoz
Keyword(s):  
Building Materials ◽  
Soil Stabilization ◽  
Laboratory Evaluation ◽  
Unconfined Compression Strength ◽  
Unconfined Compression ◽  
Practical Applications ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Alkali Activated ◽  
Brick Dust ◽  
Cementing Agent

Brick is one of the most common building materials, and it is also one of the largest components of waste generated from both construction and demolition. Reuse of this waste would reduce the environmental and social impacts of construction. One potential bulk use of such waste is as a cementing agent for soil stabilization. However, this is currently limited by the need to mill the residue to a particle size below 0.035 mm. In this study, the behavior of two soil types stabilized using alkali-activated brick dust was investigated. The unconfined compression strength at different curing temperatures and moistures and the use of different types and concentrations of alkaline activators were investigated. It was found that the addition of brick dust resulted in an increase in the soil strength between 1.7–2.3 times with respect to the non-stabilized material, suggesting that the resulting materials will find practical applications in construction.

scholarly journals The Effect of Polymer-Cement Stabilization on the Unconfined Compressive Strength of Liquefiable Soils

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Ateş
Keyword(s):  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Compression Strength ◽  
Unconfined Compressive Strength ◽  
Soil Stabilization ◽  
Sandy Soils ◽  
Pulse Velocity ◽  
Unit Weight ◽  
Unconfined Compression Strength ◽  
Compression Tests ◽  
Unconfined Compression

Soil stabilization has been widely used as an alternative to substitute the lack of suitable material on site. The use of nontraditional chemical stabilizers in soil improvement is growing daily. In this study a laboratory experiment was conducted to evaluate the effects of waterborne polymer on unconfined compression strength and to study the effect of cement grout on pre-venting of liquefiable sandy soils. The laboratory tests were performed including grain size of sandy soil, unit weight, ultrasonic pulse velocity, and unconfined compressive strength test. The sand and various amounts of polymer (1%, 2%, 3%, and 4%) and cement (10%, 20%, 30%, and 40%) were mixed with all of them into dough using mechanical kneader in laboratory conditions. Grouting experiment is performed with a cylindrical mould of  mm. The samples were subjected to unconfined compression tests to determine their strength after 7 and 14 days of curing. The results of the tests indicated that the waterborne polymer significantly improved the unconfined compression strength of sandy soils which have susceptibility of liquefaction.

scholarly journals Stabilization of black cotton soil using coconut fiber

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
K.U. Arathi ◽  
K.M. Arhulya ◽  
V. Vinaya ◽  
P.V. Pooja ◽  
V.V. Athira
Keyword(s):  
Compression Strength ◽  
Soil Stabilization ◽  
Expansive Soil ◽  
Liquid Limit ◽  
Black Cotton Soil ◽  
Unconfined Compression Strength ◽  
Unconfined Compression ◽  
Coconut Fiber ◽  
Loaded Structure ◽  
Properties Of Soil

Black cotton soil is a soil with low bearing capacity, swelling and shrinkage characteristics. Due to its peculiar characteristics, it forms a very poor foundation material. As black cotton soil is an expansive soil; it creates problem for lightly loaded structure than moderately loaded structure. Through this project, we are trying to study the improvements in the properties of soil by adding coconut fiber of varying percentages. Tests will be conducted to determine liquid limit and unconfined compression strength. Stabilization of soil is an effective method for improving the properties of soil. It has great significance in the future projects. Keywords: Soil stabilization, CBR, Atterberg limits

scholarly journals Analysis of shear strength of the expansive soil stabilized with kaolin at various soaking times

2021 ◽  
Vol 878 (1) ◽  
pp. 012050
Author(s):  
R P W Gultom ◽  
R M Simanjuntak
Keyword(s):  
Shear Strength ◽  
Compression Strength ◽  
Soil Stabilization ◽  
Expansive Soil ◽  
Expansive Clay ◽  
Unconfined Compression Strength ◽  
Unconfined Compression ◽  
Stabilized Soil ◽  
Time Variations ◽  
Dry Soil

Abstract Expansive clay soils are high shrinkage soils that have low bearing capacity. So an effort is needed to reduce the nature of its swelling. One effort that can be done is the method of soil stabilization, where the soil is mixed with materials that can reduce soil swelling and increase the shear strength of the soil. One of the materials that can be used is kaolin powder. Kaolin is a stabilizing agent found in nature so it is easy to obtain. The purpose of this research is to analyse the decrease of expansive soil swelling and the value of its unconfined compression strength at various soaking times. The test was carried out by mixing 9% kaolin powder against dry soil weight. The stabilized soils were then compacted as samples to be soaked with time variations of 0 days, 3 days, 7 days, 10 days, and 14 days. The results of the test after soaking 14 days is a decrease of the stabilized soil swelling value up to 67.78%. The unconfined compression strength is increase up to 77.28% compared to its natural condition.

Scanning electron microscopy of asbestos-containing material where the asbestos fibers are considered locked in a binder

1993 ◽  
Vol 51 ◽  
pp. 472-473
Author(s):  
J. R. Millette ◽  
R. S. Brown
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Scanning Electron Microscopy ◽  
Environmental Protection Agency ◽  
Building Materials ◽  
The United States ◽  
Protection Agency ◽  
Asbestos Fibers ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Binder Material ◽  
Scanning Electron

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has labeled as “friable” those building materials that are likely to readily release fibers. Friable materials when dry, can easily be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder using hand pressure. Other asbestos containing building materials (ACBM) where the asbestos fibers are in a matrix of cement or bituminous or resinous binders are considered non-friable. However, when subjected to sanding, grinding, cutting or other forms of abrasion, these non-friable materials are to be treated as friable asbestos material. There has been a hypothesis that all raw asbestos fibers are encapsulated in solvents and binders and are not released as individual fibers if the material is cut or abraded. Examination of a number of different types of non-friable materials under the SEM show that after cutting or abrasion, tuffs or bundles of fibers are evident on the surfaces of the materials. When these tuffs or bundles are examined, they are shown to contain asbestos fibers which are free from binder material. These free fibers may be released into the air upon further cutting or abrasion.

scholarly journals The Effect of Different Types of Internal Curing Liquid on the Properties of Alkali-Activated Slag (AAS) Mortar

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 2407
Author(s):  
Guang-Zhu Zhang ◽  
Xiao-Yong Wang ◽  
Tae-Wan Kim ◽  
Jong-Yeon Lim ◽  
Yi Han
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Deionized Water ◽  
Internal Curing ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Alkali Activated Slag ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Naoh Solution ◽  
Activated Slag ◽  
Alkali Activated

This study shows the effect of different types of internal curing liquid on the properties of alkali-activated slag (AAS) mortar. NaOH solution and deionized water were used as the liquid internal curing agents and zeolite sand was the internal curing agent that replaced the standard sand at 15% and 30%, respectively. Experiments on the mechanical properties, hydration kinetics, autogenous shrinkage (AS), internal temperature, internal relative humidity, surface electrical resistivity, ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV), and setting time were performed. The conclusions are as follows: (1) the setting times of AAS mortars with internal curing by water were longer than those of internal curing by NaOH solution. (2) NaOH solution more effectively reduces the AS of AAS mortars than water when used as an internal curing liquid. (3) The cumulative heat of the AAS mortar when using water for internal curing is substantially reduced compared to the control group. (4) For the AAS mortars with NaOH solution as an internal curing liquid, compared with the control specimen, the compressive strength results are increased. However, a decrease in compressive strength values occurs when water is used as an internal curing liquid in the AAS mortar. (5) The UPV decreases as the content of zeolite sand that replaces the standard sand increases. (6) When internal curing is carried out with water as the internal curing liquid, the surface resistivity values of the AAS mortar are higher than when the alkali solution is used as the internal curing liquid. To sum up, both NaOH and deionized water are effective as internal curing liquids, but the NaOH solution shows a better performance in terms of reducing shrinkage and improving mechanical properties than deionized water.

Ruling out Change: Institutional Impediments to Transfer of Technology in Ship Building and Design in the Far East

Itinerario ◽  
1995 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 142-152
Author(s):  
Bao Leshi
Keyword(s):  
Coastal Waters ◽  
Building Materials ◽  
Far East ◽  
Local Conditions ◽  
Ship Building ◽  
The Past ◽  
Transfer Of Technology ◽  
Construction Techniques ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Technological Tradition

In the Chinese technological tradition, no sector, apart from that of agriculture, is as rich in original ideas as naval architecture. Over the past three millennia, hundreds of different types of craft have been developed for use on China's shallow lakes, on its fast flowing rivers and along its often stormy coastal waters. Each type was developed for specific use as a means of transportation, and would seem to represent the ultimate answer to the challenges posed by local conditions. Ultimate answer, that is, within the limitations of the traditional building materials with which these boats were constructed and fitted out. Nor was ingenuity confined to construction techniques.

Nanocomposite Photocatalyst Based on Layered Double Hydroxides (LDHs) Associated with TiO2

2014 ◽  
Vol 92 ◽  
pp. 100-109 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonjaua Ranogajec ◽  
Andrijana Sever-Skapin ◽  
Ognjen Rudic ◽  
Snezana Vucetic
Keyword(s):  
Photocatalytic Activity ◽  
Layered Double Hydroxides ◽  
Direct Contact ◽  
Building Materials ◽  
Specific Problem ◽  
The Self ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Double Hydroxides ◽  
Positive Effect ◽  
Material Porosity

The surfaces of building materials are constantly exposed to the actions of environmental factors, pollutants of inorganic and organic origin as well as to microorganisms, which significantly contribute to corrosion phenomena.The application of coatings decreases the negative action of the pollutants minimizing their direct contact with the substrate. Different types of coatings with additional functions have been developed. A specific problem of these applications is the lack of compatibility of the photocatalysts with the surface of the building materials and the detachment of potentially toxic TiO2nanoparticles. In the present study, this problem was solved by the proper immobilization of TiO2nanoparticles onto the photocatalyst support, layered double hydroxides (LDHs). The newly formed coating possesses acceptable porosity for a porous building material (porosity within the range of 30-46 %) and satisfied photocatalytic activity, as well as mineralogical compatibility with the substrates (mortars, renders, bricks). Additionally, a positive effect considering the self-cleaning phenomenon was attained.

scholarly journals ESTRATÉGIAS DE CIMENTAÇÃO EM RESTAURAÇÕES LIVRES DE METAL: UMA ABORDAGEM SOBRE TRATAMENTOS DE SUPERFÍCIE E CIMENTOS RESINOSOS

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Andréa Maria Silva ◽  
Viviane Figueiredo ◽  
Alcione Farias ◽  
Nadja Maria Brito ◽  
Maria Helena Catão ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Surface Treatment ◽  
Clinical Success ◽  
Ceramic System ◽  
Metal Free ◽  
Restorative Treatment ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Success Of Treatment ◽  
Proper Strategy ◽  
Cementing Agent

The metal-free restorations are sought out due to aesthetic needs. The success of restorative treatment depends on the peculiarities of each ceramic system and on a proper strategy for cementing. This article presents the surface treatment of the interfaces involved during the cementing, the dental structure and restoration, and elucidates the cementing agent. It emphasizes the different types of surface treatment for acid-sensitive and acid-resistant ceramics, and hybrid ceramics. The literature review was based on scientific articles published in different database (PubMed, Medline, Scielo, Bireme and Google Scholar) using the keywords: prosthodontics, ceramics, surface treatment and cementation. Relevant articles were selected between 2002 and 2015 regarding the issue under review. The knowledge of dentists about the cementation strategies, depending on the type of ceramic used, is necessary for decision making during the cementing and promote the clinical success of treatment with metal-free restorations.

scholarly journals Bioprecipitation of calcium carbonate by Bacillus subtilis and its potential to self-healing in cement-based materials

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Héctor Ferral Pérez ◽  
Mónica Galicia García
Keyword(s):  
Bacillus Subtilis ◽  
Calcium Carbonate ◽  
Building Materials ◽  
Soil Stabilization ◽  
Amorphous Material ◽  
Crystallinity Index ◽  
Self Healing ◽  
Semi Solid ◽  
A Minor ◽  
Novel Applications

In recent years, biological mineralization has been implemented as a viable option for the elaboration of new building materials, protection and repair of concrete by self-healing, soil stabilization, carbon dioxide capture, and drug delivery. Biogenic mineralization of calcium carbonate (CaCO3) induced by bacterial metabolism has been proposed as an effective method. The objective of the present study was to characterize the bioprecipitation of CaCO3 crystals by Bacillus subtilis in a semi-solid system. The results show that CaCO3 crystals were produced by day 3 of incubation. The prevalent crystalline polymorph was calcite, and in a minor proportion, vaterite. The presence of amorphous material was also detected (amorphous CaCO3 (ACC)). Finally, the crystallinity index was 81.1%. This biogenic calcium carbonate does not decrease pH and does not yield chloride formation. Contrary, it increases pH values up to 10, which constitutes and advantage for implementations at reinforced concrete. Novel applications for biogenic calcium carbonate derived from Bacillus subtilis addressing self-healing, biocementation processes, and biorestoration of monuments are presented.  

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