Effect of Sulphur on the Oxidation Behaviour of Possible Construction Materials for Heat Exchangers in Oxyfuel Plants in the Temperature Range 550–700 °C
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DOI: 10.1007/s11085-017-9809-2
Abstract: During oxyfuel combustion metallic heat exchangers are subjected to service environments which substantially differ from those prevailing during the conventional air firing process. In the present study the behaviour of three selected construction materials (P92,… read more here.
Keywords: heat exchangers; 550 700; oxidation; construction materials ... See more keywords
Research progress on recycled clay brick waste as an alternative to cement for sustainable construction materials
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2020.122113
Abstract: Abstract Brick waste is a major part of the solid waste generated by construction and demolition activities around the world, and its disposal consumes land and pollutes the environment. At the same time, cement is… read more here.
Keywords: waste; cement; brick waste; construction materials ... See more keywords
Physical-chemical processes of sustainable construction materials structure formation with iron ore processing tailings and aluminum anodizing sludge
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2021.123698
Abstract: Abstract To replace completely natural raw materials were developed new sustainable concrete-like construction composites from 10 − 40% iron ore tailings, 10–35% aluminum anodizing sludge, 25–30% concrete waste, and 15–25% lime production waste with mechanical… read more here.
Keywords: tailings aluminum; construction; construction materials; aluminum anodizing ... See more keywords
Buildings environmental impacts' sensitivity related to LCA modelling choices of construction materials
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2017.04.052
Abstract: Abstract The assessment of the environmental performance of buildings is now commonly using a life cycle approach, based on a growing number of databases and methods in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). Recent studies have, however,… read more here.
Keywords: different modelling; sensitivity; modelling; construction materials ... See more keywords
A sustainable replacement for TiO2 in photocatalyst construction materials: Hydroxyapatite-based photocatalytic additives, made from the valorisation of food wastes of marine origin
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2018.05.030
Abstract: Abstract The use of waste materials and by-products in building materials is of increasing importance to improve sustainability in construction, as is the incorporation of photocatalytic materials to both combat atmospheric pollution and protect the… read more here.
Keywords: construction; hap based; photocatalyst; photocatalyst construction ... See more keywords
Recycling of spent coffee grounds in construction materials: A review
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2021.125837
Abstract: Abstract Coffee, the second most traded commodity and the second-largest beverage consumed around the world, is responsible for many environmental burdens in the form of spent coffee grounds (SCGs), a by-product from the brewing process… read more here.
Keywords: coffee grounds; spent coffee; recycling spent; construction ... See more keywords
Using cellulose nanocrystals to improve the mechanical properties of fly ash-based geopolymer construction materials
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jestch.2021.04.008
Abstract: Abstract Ordinary Portland cement production is one of the biggest emitters of carbon dioxide. Consequently, there is a strong need for construction materials with lower environmental footprints. However, the development of alternative green construction materials… read more here.
Keywords: mechanical properties; green construction; construction; construction materials ... See more keywords
Metal alloys for the new generation of compressors at hydrogen stations: Parametric study of corrosion behavior
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DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2017.08.066
Abstract: Abstract Compressors are one of the most costly components at hydrogen stations, which leads to the high price of hydrogen production. The substitution of a solid piston with ionic liquid is a promising option that… read more here.
Keywords: ionic liquid; study; corrosion; construction materials ... See more keywords
Environmental assessment of valorisation alternatives for woody biomass ash in construction materials
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DOI: 10.1016/j.resconrec.2019.04.022
Abstract: Abstract Ash generated during the combustion of woody biomass for energy production is an industrial waste that should be properly managed in order to minimise the respective environmental impacts. Woody biomass ash valorisation in construction… read more here.
Keywords: biomass ash; valorisation; construction materials; ash ... See more keywords
Policy trends for the sustainability assessment of construction materials: A review
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DOI: 10.1016/j.scs.2017.08.013
Abstract: Abstract The burden of the European construction and building sector on the natural environment is apparent from the data, which reveal the energy, materials, and water consumption, and the waste generation associated with the building… read more here.
Keywords: sustainability; policy trends; construction; construction materials ... See more keywords
An investigation of the barriers to the uptake of local materials in Africa: A literature review approach
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DOI: 10.1080/20421338.2019.1654251
Abstract: The activities of the construction industry require that alternative construction materials be used for construction projects, especially in developing countries like those in Africa. The conventional construction materials are no longer sustainable because they have… read more here.
Keywords: construction materials; construction; barriers adoption; approach ... See more keywords