Eco Concrete

· Publifye AS
eBook
82
Pages
Eligible
Ratings and reviews aren’t verified  Learn more

About this eBook

""Eco Concrete"" addresses the critical need for sustainable construction materials by exploring alternatives to traditional concrete. Given concrete production's significant contribution to global carbon dioxide emissions—approximately 8%—the book investigates methods to reduce its environmental impact. It focuses on two primary strategies: integrating supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) like fly ash and slag, which are byproducts from other industries, and developing entirely new binder systems such as geopolymers and magnesium oxide-based concretes. These alternatives not only lower carbon emissions but can also enhance concrete's strength and durability.

The book uniquely emphasizes the long-term durability of these sustainable alternatives, considering factors like resistance to freeze-thaw cycles and chemical attacks, which are vital for ensuring the long-term viability of infrastructure. Through a comprehensive review of research, laboratory data, field studies, and lifecycle assessment (LCA) reports, ""Eco Concrete"" provides a fact-based technical approach suitable for students, engineers, and policymakers.

Beginning with a historical overview and the science of cement hydration, the book dedicates chapters to specific alternatives, progresses through their production processes, and concludes with performance evaluations. The value of this book lies in its interdisciplinary approach, drawing connections between material science, civil engineering, environmental science, and economics. By presenting case studies and economic considerations, ""Eco Concrete"" aims to bridge the gap between research and practical application, promoting the widespread adoption of sustainable concrete for a more environmentally responsible future.

Rate this eBook

Tell us what you think.

Reading information

Smartphones and tablets
Install the Google Play Books app for Android and iPad/iPhone. It syncs automatically with your account and allows you to read online or offline wherever you are.
Laptops and computers
You can listen to audiobooks purchased on Google Play using your computer's web browser.
eReaders and other devices
To read on e-ink devices like Kobo eReaders, you'll need to download a file and transfer it to your device. Follow the detailed Help Centre instructions to transfer the files to supported eReaders.