Enhancing recycled aggregate concrete with graphene quantum dots (GQDs): Refining wastes from construction demolitions and out-of-service railway sleepers by Anand Raj, Papassara Yamkasikorn, Atichon Kunawisarut, Chayut Ngamkhanong, Pitcha Jongvivatsakul, Lapyote Prasittisopin, Joongjai Panpranot, Sakdirat Kaewunruen

“…The disposal of construction and demolition waste (CDW) poses environmental challenges, whilst recycling CDW as coarse aggregate in concrete can help conserve natural resources. …”
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Multi-level model describing phase transformations of polycrystalline materials under thermo-mechanical impacts by Peter Trusov, Elena Makarevich, Nikita Kondratev

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Hydroxyapatite-reinforced chitosan film on PEO-treated aluminum alloys for enhanced corrosion resistance by Yang Li, Shuyan Yang, Yong Wan

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Hot Deformation Behavior and Optimization of Processing Parameters for 4Cr16MoCu Martensitic Stainless Steel by Jiayuan Li, Ling Li, Zhongchao Wu, Tianhao Zeng, Xiaochun Wu

“…Furthermore, a hot processing map was constructed based on the dynamic material model (DMM), and the optimal hot working parameters were determined through microstructural analysis: an initial forging temperature of 1125 °C, a final forging temperature of 980 °C, and a strain rate of 0.1 s⁻¹. …”
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Assessment of Mechanical Properties of Soil-Lime-Crude Oil-Contaminated Soil Blend Using Regression Model for Sustainable Pavement Foundation Construction by Gregory C. Ezeokpube, Isiguzo Edwin Ahaneku, George Uwadiegwu Alaneme, Imoh Christopher Attah, Roland Kufre Etim, Bamidele Charles Olaiya, Iberedem Monday Udousoro

“…The contaminated soil materials were found to show optimal performance at a 5% ratio and 6.5% of lime for civil construction purposes.…”
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Experimental study on influence of Na-bentonite on viscosity of cement-bentonite slurry by Zheng Wei, Wei Cui, Ri-cheng Miao

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Performance characterization and combination design optimization of fast-melting SBS/CR modified asphalt by Jinyao Li, Wenwu Zhang, Weiwei Lu, Songtao Lv, Haihui Duan, Jinping Wang

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Construction of novel step-scheme TiO2-WO3 nanostructured heterojunction towards morphology-driven enhancement of photocatalytic hydrogen evolution by M. Rebeca Sofiya Joice, Priya Ranjan Dev, E. Iyyappan, T. Manovah David, Nithya Thangavel, Bernaurdshaw Neppolian, P. Wilson

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Performance, thermodynamic modelling, and global warming potential of low sodium-activated artificial granulated slag substituted with quartz and limestone fillers by Hamdy A. Abdel-Gawwad, Tamino Hirsch, Raoul Mancke, Rafia Firdous, Christian Lehmann, Anja Buchwald, Dietmar Stephan

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Taguchi-based optimisation of FSW parameters for advancement in aerospace materials: Al-Li 2060 alloy by Noah E. El-Zathry, Stephen Akinlabi, Wai Lok Woo, Vivek Patel, Rasheedat M. Mahamood

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Effect of Using Recycled E-Waste Plastic as Coarse Aggregate with Supplementary Nano-fills in Concrete by Krishnan Dhanalakshmi, Alexander Gladwin Alex, Prakash Arul Jose, Ramamurthy Dinesh Kumar

“…The main goal of this research is investigating the utilization of waste plastic as an alternate for traditional natural aggregate in construction materials. To accomplish the objective of this study, seven distinct mix proportions were utilized. …”
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Investigation of Alkali Activated Ferrochromium Slag Composites Including Waste Marble Powder by Mehmet Emiroğlu, Servet Yıldız, Merve Koç Keskinkılınç, Şule Sekin Eronat

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Study on Mechanical Strength and Chloride Corrosion Resistance of Composite Mortars Mixed with Steel Slag, Bayer Red Mud, and Phosphogypsum by Cheng Hu, Qijie Wang, Weiheng Xiang, Tao Zhang, Yanguang Li, Ruhua Chen

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Eco-Sustainable Cement: Natural Volcanic Tuffs’ Impact on Concrete Strength and Durability by Ala Abutaqa, Mohamed O. Mohsen, Mervat O. Aburumman, Ahmed Senouci, Ramzi Taha, Walid Maherzi, Deya Qtiashat

“…The depth of water penetration in the concrete samples was significantly reduced by the inclusion of NVT, with a maximum reduction of 56.5%. Microstructural analysis using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed enhanced densification of the concrete microstructures, attributed to the high pozzolanic activity of NVT use in cement-based composites. …”
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Porosity of Geopolymers Using Complementary Techniques of Image Analysis and Physical Adsorption of Gases by Carlos A. Rosas-Casarez, Ramón Corral-Higuera, Susana P. Arredondo-Rea, José M. Gómez-Soberón, Manuel J. Chinchillas-Chinchillas, Margarita Rodríguez-Rodríguez, Manuel J. Pellegrini-Cervantes, Jesús M. Bernal-Camacho

“…It was observed that GM_FA_325 has the lowest total porosity, resulting in a denser and more compact microstructure, which is a key factor in its mechanical performance and potential applications as an eco-friendly construction material for coatings and precast elements such as blocks, panels, and similar products. …”
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Evaluating the impact of mine tailings wastes on the development of sustainable Ultra High Performance Fiber Reinforced concrete by Osama Zaid, Mohd Ahmed, Ahmed. M. Yosri, Talal. O. Alshammari

“…X-ray diffraction analysis demonstrates a reduction in peak intensities, marking a transition from crystalline to more amorphous structures with increasing mine tailings content. The improved microstructural characteristics, such as reduced porosity and enhanced hydration stability, contribute to the material’s long-term durability and mechanical performance, making it a viable option for sustainable construction practices.…”
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Physicochemical Properties of Cementitious Materials with Spent Coffee Ground Ash by Yoonsuk Choi, Byoungsun Park

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Reinforcement of fibre-reinforced plastic components using metal inserts by Behrens Bernd-Arno, Hübner Sven, Gellermann Jan-Ulrich, Albracht Lorenz, Wehmeyer Joern

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Non-Conventional and Sustainable Retrofitting of Fire-Exposed Reinforced Concrete Columns Using Basalt Fiber–Engineered Geopolymer Composites by Ruba Palanivelu, Bhuvaneshwari Panchanatham, Adamantis G. Zapris, Violetta K. Kytinou

“…The increasing demand for sustainable and resilient construction solutions calls for the integration of innovative, non-conventional materials in structural retrofitting. …”
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Rice Husk Ash and Waste Marble Powder as Alternative Materials for Cement by Mezgebu Debas Yeshiwas, Mitiku Damtie Yehualaw, Betelhem Tilahun Habtegebreal, Wallelign Mulugeta Nebiyu, Woubishet Zewdu Taffese

“…Concrete, a cornerstone of modern construction, owes its widespread adoption to global industrialization and urbanization, with mortar being an essential component. …”
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