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Investigating the effects of nano-blast furnace slag powder on the behaviour of composite cement materials

Kadhim M. J., Hasan L. M., Kamal H. M.

Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering

2023

Vol. 116, nr 1

5--10

Purpose: Attributable to the depletion of raw materials and for sustainability purposes in construction works. Therefore, this study looked into the effects of nano blast furnace slag (BFS) on the microstructure, mechanical properties, and durability of mortar. BFS was substituted for cement at various weight percentages of 0, 1, 1.5, 3, 5, and 7%. Design/methodology/approach: A suspension of water and Nano blast furnace slag was made using ultrasonic mixers to prepare the samples. The suspension was combined with cement and sand using 1 cement, 0.5 water, and 2.75 sand in the mixture to make cement mortar. The mixture was then shaped, left in the mould for 24 hours, and then allowed to cure for 7, 14, 28, 60, and 91 days. SEM was used to investigate the microstructure before and after cement replacement. The mechanical characteristics were evaluated by testing the compressive strength and the surface hardness. While the durability was assessed using the water absorption ratios. Findings: The results revealed that increasing the BFS in the mortar improved mechanical characteristics and durability by up to 3% of BFS. Replacing Nano-blast furnace slag for a portion of the cement is a proposed solution to address the problems of environmental pollution and resource consumption caused by cement production. Research limitations/implications: Another sustainable material needs to be used for additional investigation. We may evaluate more properties and use different weight percentages. Practical implications: Each year, a significant amount of slag is produced as a result of the iron industry, endangering the environment. There have been numerous initiatives to reduce slag’s negative environmental consequences. Using slag to replace some of the cement is one of the options to eliminate this byproduct and reduce excessive cement use. Originality/value: This study investigates the possibility of using a blast furnace blast within the Nanoscale to replace some of the cement used in the construction due to the positive impact on the environment to get rid of industrial byproducts and decrease the use of cement.

Assessment of eggshell and CaCO3 reinforced recycled aluminium green metal matrix

Hasan L. M., Ali A. M.

Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering

2023

Vol. 118, nr 2

57--61

Purpose: In this study, an environmentally friendly metal matrix was prepared, and the influence of eggshell powder and CaCO3 particles on the tensile strength and hardness of recycled aluminium were assessed. Design/methodology/approach: A matrix made of recycled aluminium was employed. Calcium carbonate and eggshells served as the study's reinforcing materials. Separately, weight percentages of 2, 4, and 8% of eggshell and calcium carbonate were used. The samples were made by sand-casting. Findings: The results showed that both eggshell and calcium carbonate positively affect the hardness, yield, and ultimate tensile strength of recycled aluminium. The hardness values were improved as the percentage of the eggshell increased. The maximum hardness was achieved at 2% calcium carbonate. Similarly, the highest improvement of yield strength was for 2% CaCO3 addition, while the highest tensile strength was obtained at 8% eggshell addition. Research limitations/implications: To get better results, it would be desirable to use finer eggshells than those utilized in this study. Practical implications: Composites made with an aluminium matrix exhibit exceptional mechanical and physical characteristics. The most challenging obstacle to overcome is the cost of metal matrix composites. Eggshells are a by-product that could be employed as a lightweight, affordable form of reinforcement. One way to get rid of this by-product, improve composite characteristics, and lower the cost of aluminium composite is to use eggshells. Originality/value: A comparative investigation was carried out to determine the effects of adding agricultural by-product eggshell, and commercial CaCO3 reinforcement material on the characteristics of recycled aluminium matrix integrated 425 µm sized eggshell and CaCO3 separately as a reinforcement material to create a metal matrix that is beneficial to the environment.