Neamat, S D; Haido, J H and Wardeh, G (2025) Investigating pozzolanic glass waste's role in reinforcing ultra-high-performance concrete beams for enhanced sustainability. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 43(4), pp. 633-651. ISSN 2398-4708
Abstract
Purpose: This study aims to address sustainability challenges in construction by exploring the structural performance and environmental benefits of incorporating pozzolanic waste glass (WG) into ultra-high-performance reinforced concrete (UHPRC) beams. Design/methodology/approach: A comprehensive evaluation of UHPRC beams was conducted, incorporating varying ratios (10%, 20% and 30%) of WG powder alongside a consistent 0.75% inclusion of basalt fiber. The investigation encompassed the entire UHPRC production process, including curing, casting and molding, while evaluating workability and physical properties. Furthermore, the environmental impact, particularly CO2 emissions associated with UHPRC mixture components, was also assessed. Type K thermocouples were employed to analyze temperature dynamics during fabrication, providing valuable insights. Findings: The findings demonstrate positive implications for using pozzolanic WG as a cement substitute in UHPRC beams. Originality/value: This research stands out for its unique focus on the combined effects of incorporating recycled pozzolanic glass waste on the structural performance and environmental footprint of UHPRC beams.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | basalt fiber; cement substitute; eco-uhpc; waste glass powder |
| Index terms: | environmental impact, reinforced concrete, curing, methodology, workability, sustainability challenge, production process, investigation, high-performance concrete, dynamics, physical property, beam, fabrication, CO2 emissions, thermocouple |
| Subjects: | design methods, data collection methods, air quality, building materials, material properties and characteristics, concrete and cementitious materials, systems engineering, environmental impact, environmental issues, materials science, analytical methods, manufacturing engineering, structural engineering, research methods |
| Topics: | Design Practice, Research Practice, Construction Materials, Sustainability, Engineering Principles |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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