Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Houda Ajabli, Amine Zoubir, Rabie Elotmani, Mohamed Louzazni, Khalid Kandoussi, Abdelmajid Daya
Summary: Since the 1930s, thermal comfort has been a crucial topic in the construction industry. The use of natural materials, including vegetal fibers or recycled waste products, is being explored to enhance thermal comfort in buildings. This study examines the origins and progression of thermal comfort concepts and evaluates the potential of integrating bio-based materials in building envelopes for maintaining thermal comfort. The findings suggest that alternative insulation materials made from unusual sources can compete with conventional materials and offer good thermal conductivity.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Stephanie H. Leclerc, Madhav G. Badami
Summary: This paper presents a case study of a university's project to manage its information technology material flows according to circular economy principles. The strategies, challenges, and recommendations for similar interventions are discussed. The study suggests that transition management experiments can address unsustainable material flows and barriers to circular economy objectives.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
V Ljungdahl, K. Taha, J. Dallaire, E. Kieseritzky, F. Pawelz, M. Jradi, C. Veje
Summary: This study investigates the theoretical and experimental aspects of a Phase Change Material (PCM)-based ventilation system module, developing a numerical model to predict the system's dynamic performance. The optimal PCM melting temperature is found to significantly increase cooling capacity compared to the reference temperature. The study highlights the importance of PCM mass and melting temperature in optimizing the efficiency and performance of the PCM-driven ventilation system.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Amanda P. Siciliano, Xinpeng Zhao, Rebecca Fedderwitz, Kishore Ramakrishnan, Jiaqi Dai, Amy Gong, J. Y. Zhu, Jan Kosny, Liangbing Hu
Summary: In this paper, a strategy for wood chip reuse is proposed by converting them into bio-based building insulation foam. By introducing additional small pores within the wood chips through a high-temperature chemical treatment process, their thermal conductivity is effectively lowered, and they are used in combination with a binding agent to produce a porous insulation foam. The porous insulation foam exhibits low thermal conductivity and high compressive strength, demonstrating the potential of repurposing wood waste into an effective building material that addresses waste management and sustainable construction challenges.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Edgar Quinones-Bolanos, Marisol Gomez-Oviedo, Javier Mouthon-Bello, Liseth Sierra-Vitola, Umberto Berardi, Ciro Bustillo-Lecompte
Summary: This study evaluated the potential of using coconut fiber modified mortar as a facade coating layer to improve thermal comfort in low-income housing structures in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. Results show that coconut fiber modified mortar can enhance thermal comfort and reduce cooling energy costs significantly.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Xing Xie, Fei Xia, Yu-qian Zhao, Bin Xu, Yang-liang Wang, Gang Pei
Summary: This study analyzes the application of radiant heating systems with fixed water supply temperatures in different types of buildings. The results show that adjusting the water supply temperature has a significant effect on thermal comfort. The study also finds that the surface emissivity of radiators mainly affects thermal comfort by influencing response speed.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Robson da Costa Leite, Adriano Reis Lucheta, Roseanne Barata Holanda, Patricia Magalhaes Pereira Silva, Andre Luiz Vilaca do Carmo, Rubson da Costa Leite, Caio Cesar Amorim de Melo, Raphael Viera da Costa, Marcelo Montini, Antonio Rodrigues Fernandes
Summary: Bauxite residue is a by-product of alumina production and its use is limited due to its alkalinity and sodicity. This study proposes a strategy to produce soil conditioners using bauxite residue and palm oil residual biomass. Composting was found to reduce alkalinity and sodicity, and improve nutrient content and water holding capacity, making it a promising alternative for valorizing mining tailings.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Adma Magni Darwich Higuchi, Maria Gorett dos Santos Marques, Luciane Farias Ribas, Raimundo Pereira de Vasconcelos
Summary: The study evaluated grinding parameters to obtain glass powder residue with desired properties for use as supplementary cementitious material. The research showed that 20% of grinded GPR can be used as partial cement replacement in mortars without reducing compressive strength and with positive mitigation in alkali-silica reaction. Additionally, the study found that increasing GPR replacement beyond 20% led to decreased efficiency and performance.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Naik B. Srinivasaraonaik, Lok P. Singh, Shishir Sinha, Inderjeet Tyagi, Gargi Mittal
Summary: Incorporating ME-PCM in mortar can decrease compressive strength and bulk density, increase water absorption, while reducing thermal conductivity and thermal diffusivity, while enhancing heat storage capacity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Mustapha Mahdaoui, Said Hamdaoui, Abdelouahad Ait Msaad, Tarik Kousksou, Tarik El Rhafiki, Abdelmajid Jamil, Mohammed Ahachad
Summary: The study investigates the use of phase change material (PCM) in Moroccan buildings to improve the thermal performance of external walls. Through physical modeling and numerical analysis, it is found that the use of PCM can stabilize and reduce indoor temperature fluctuations, significantly improving the thermal inertia of buildings.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Arjun Venugopal, K. K. Anzil, Basil George Thomas, Jacob Thottathil Varghese
Summary: This paper proposes a novel approach to cool the interior region of motorcycle helmets using nano-enhanced organic Phase Change Material. The results show that the addition of nanoparticles can significantly improve the thermal conductivity of the material, and the nano-enhanced PCM incorporated helmet can effectively reduce the interior temperature, improving the comfort for motorcycle riders.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
K. Chau, R. Fleck, P. J. Irga, F. R. Torpy, S. J. Wilkinson, A. Castel
Summary: Bio-based alternatives can reduce carbon footprint in construction; hempcrete is carbon negative and has hygric/thermal regulating properties, but its fungal growth potential in warm and humid environments is not well researched. This study investigated the practicality of hempcrete in humid climates. High humidity resulted in high fungal propagule emissions with low diversity, including potentially allergenic fungi. Disinfection reduced fungal observations and aerosolized counts, while temperature did not affect fungal growth as expected.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Ankita Naykodi, Saurabh C. Patankar, Bhaskar N. Thorat
Summary: The mining industry has played a vital role in advancing innovation, flexibility, and comfort in human life. However, the increasing amount of mining and associated industrial waste has raised concerns, emphasizing the need for proper management and safe disposal. Developing targeted technologies to utilize mining and industrial waste as secondary resources is crucial for sustainable mining operations. The review focuses on the case of alkaline bauxite residue (red mud)-alumina refinery waste and explores the potential of alkaliphile-assisted biomining as a sustainable alternative to conventional metal recovery processes. The study highlights the unique adaptation strategies of alkaliphiles in biomining red mud through bioleaching, biosorption, and bioaccumulation. It also emphasizes the importance of studying the indigenous alkaliphiles from red mud for industrial-scale application of alkaliphile-based technology.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Construction & Building Technology
K. Nandhini, J. Karthikeyan
Summary: A comprehensive review on the utilization of waste eggshells in construction was conducted, revealing that blending powdered eggshells with concrete can enhance strength and performance, offering a low-cost and energy-efficient resource for construction.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Pooja Lamba, Dilraj Preet Kaur, Seema Raj, Jyoti Sorout
Summary: By thoroughly reviewing and summarizing the use of plastic waste in construction materials, it is evident that this innovative method has dual benefits, reducing pollution to the environment from waste and mitigating the negative impact of the construction industry on the environment.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Carine Setter, Carlos Henrique Ataide, Rafael Farinassi Mendes, Tiago Jose Pires de Oliveira
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the influence of particle size on the physico-mechanical and energy properties of briquettes produced with coffee husks. The results showed that briquettes made with particles smaller than 1.2 mm had better physico-mechanical and energy characteristics. However, there was no significant difference in volumetric expansion or abrasion resistance among the treatments.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rafael Farinassi Mendes, Carolina Rezende Pinto Narciso, Juliana Farinassi Mendes, Queilla Santos Viana, Tony Matheus Carvalho Eugenio, Alan Pereira Vilela
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of new reinforcement materials on the physical-mechanical and thermal properties of cement-based panels, with PET bottle wastes showing great potential and outperforming pine wood panels. Coffee husk and rice husk waste reinforced panels had lower physical-mechanical performance but the lowest thermal conductivity values. Different reinforcement materials had varying impacts on the properties of cement-based panels.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Tony Matheus Carvalho Eugenio, Jefferson Francisco Fagundes, Queilla Santos Viana, Alan Pereira Vilela, Rafael Farinassi Mendes
Summary: The study demonstrates that using iron ore tailing as a replacement for traditional materials can significantly improve the strength and porosity of concrete roof tiles. By increasing the amount of waste, the technological properties were enhanced, meeting international market standards.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rafael Farinassi Mendes, Queilla Santos Viana, Tony Matheus Carvalho Eugenio, Juliana Farinassi Mendes, Carolina Resende Pinto Narciso, Alan Pereira Vilela
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of using tire and PET waste on the properties of extruded fiber-cement, finding that tire and PET waste can effectively improve various properties of fiber-cement.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Stefania Lima Oliveira Metzker, Ticyane Pereira Freire Sabino, Juliana Farinassi Mendes, Andre Geraldo Cornelio Ribeiro, Rafael Farinassi Mendes
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of adding different percentages and types of polymeric waste on the properties of soil-cement bricks. The results showed that adding 1.5% PET waste significantly improved the compressive strength and thermal conductivity of the bricks, while increasing to 3.0% led to a decrease in water absorption and compressive strength.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ticyane Pereira Freire Sabino, Nayane Pereira Freire Coelho, Nayhara Camila Andrade, Stefania Lima Oliveira Metzker, Queilla Santos Viana, Juliana Farinassi Mendes, Rafael Farinassi Mendes
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of using different types and percentages of vegetable particles on the physical, mechanical, and thermal properties of soil-cement bricks. Increasing the lignocellulosic waste percentage led to a decrease in mechanical strength, but also decreased density and increased porosity and water absorption. However, it also improved thermal insulation properties, with bricks produced using rice husk showing the best results in terms of mechanical and thermal properties.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Alice Benassi Souza, Higor Silva Ferreira, Alan Pereira Vilela, Queilla Santos Viana, Juliana Farinassi Mendes, Rafael Farinassi Mendes
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of producing concrete blocks using sugarcane bagasse and coffee husk agricultural waste as partial replacements for crushed stones. The results showed that sugarcane bagasse had greater potential as reinforcement in concrete blocks, with the formulation using 5% sugarcane bagasse offering the best results, meeting commercialization standards.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Queilla Santos Viana, Tony Matheus Carvalho Eugenio, Ticyane Pereira Freire Sabino, Jose Roberto Soares Scolforo, Rafael Farinassi Mendes
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of using expanded vermiculite on the production of concrete roof tiles, finding that vermiculite significantly affected the physical, mechanical, and thermal properties of the tiles. It was recommended to use 31.0% vermiculite for thermal insulation optimization and weight reduction in the tiles, while maintaining adequate physical, mechanical, and durability properties.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Juliana Farinassi Mendes, Lais Bruno Norcino, Anny Manrich, Tiago Jose Pires de Oliveria, Rafael Farinassi Mendes, Luiz Henrique Capparelli Mattoso
Summary: Colorimetric films incorporated with anthocyanins as freshness indicators have been developed. The addition of hibiscus extract microparticles with different wall materials improved the mechanical and barrier properties of the films. The films showed a pH-dependent color change and can be used as a natural pH indicator in smart packaging systems.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Tony Matheus Carvalho Eugenio, Carolina Rezende Pinto Narciso, Jefferson Francisco Fagundes, Andreia Bicalho Henriques, Rafael Farinassi Mendes
Summary: The study demonstrates that replacing agricultural limestone with mining waste can improve the technological properties of fiber cement and potentially reduce environmental impact.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Tony Matheus Carvalho Eugenio, Carolina Rezende Pinto Narciso, Fernando Fonseca de Oliveira, Jefferson Francisco Fagundes, Rafael Farinassi Mendes
Summary: The use of mining waste as supplementary materials for cement has the potential to reduce carbon emissions significantly, while also mitigating the demand for natural resources and the associated impacts. This study shows that iron ore tailing can be used as a partial replacement for Portland cement in extruded concrete tiles, resulting in suitable physical, mechanical, and thermal properties and reduced manufacturing costs.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Carolina Rezende Pinto Narciso, Nayra Diniz Nogueira, Juliana Farinassi Mendes, Tony Matheus Carvalho Eugenio, Adriele de Lima Felix, Rafael Farinassi Mendes
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of replacing cement with mining waste on the properties of cement-wood panels. It was concluded that replacing 40% of cement with mining waste is feasible for industrial-scale production of cement-wood panels.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Nayra Diniz Nogueira, Carolina Rezende Pinto Narciso, Adriele de Lima Felix, Rafael Farinassi Mendes
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of different pressing temperatures on the properties of MDP panels manufactured with sugarcane bagasse and waste plastic bags. The results showed that pressing temperature had no significant effect on density, internal bonding, and hardness, but significantly influenced water absorption, thickness swelling, and screw pullout resistance.
MATERIALS RESEARCH-IBERO-AMERICAN JOURNAL OF MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Forestry
Ticyane Pereira Freire Sabino, Paula Gabriella Surdi, Alan Pereira Vilela, Stefania Lima Oliveira Metzker, Nayane Pereira Freire Coelho, Tiago Jose Pires de Oliveira, Rafael Farinassi Mendes
Summary: Heat treatment can improve the performance of particleboard, with the most effective treatment being at 200 degrees Celsius for 5 minutes, which significantly affects TS while minimizing decreases in mechanical properties. Temperature has a greater impact on TS in the initial hours, while treatment time is more effective over longer periods. Temperature has a more negative influence on mechanical properties than treatment time.
FLORESTA E AMBIENTE
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Juliana Farinassi Mendes, Larissa Souza Castro, Ana Carolina Correa, Jose Manoel Marconcini, Luiz Henrique Capparelli Mattoso, Rafael Farinassi Mendes
Summary: This study investigated the effect of adding short fibers of Pinus and Eucalyptus, in different granulometry and concentration, combined with a processing aid, in obtaining high-density polyethylene (HDPE) composites. The results showed significant improvements in thermal stability and mechanical properties of the composites, without negatively affecting their essential properties for industrial applications.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Qi Jiang, Wei Liu, Shaopeng Wu, Xuanwen Gou
Summary: This study analyzes the erosion mechanisms of NaCl solution on asphalt concrete and finds that NaCl solution softens asphalt and promotes the intrusion of crystalline salt into it. Salt crystallization alters the surface roughness of aggregates, resulting in a decrease in skid resistance but an improvement in compressive strength. Additionally, the concentration of NaCl solution initially has no significant impact on the mechanical performance of asphalt concrete, but its domination gradually increases with the intensification of cyclic effects.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Lili Kan, Lan-qing Dai, Ning Kong, Bin Peng, Fei Wang
Summary: This paper investigates the effect of freezing and thawing cycles on the tensile behavior of cracked ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC). The results show that long-term freezing and thawing action deteriorates the cracking strength, tensile strength, tensile strain, and strain energy of cracked UHPC. On the other hand, the action of water generally favors the development of tensile properties of UHPC. The crack distribution tends to be unsaturated under freezing and thawing environment, and the re-hydration reaction is hindered. The pore structure near the crack varies under different environments.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Xin Xiao, Jingwei Li, Qingke Meng, Xiangshan Hou, Yanhui Liu, Xujiang Wang, Wenlong Wang, Shengtao Lu, Yuzhong Li, Yanpeng Mao, Tong Li
Summary: Preparing gypsum-based self-leveling mortar (GSLM) using beta-hemihydrate gypsum and solid wastes-derived sulfoaluminate cement (WSAC) can improve the mechanical performance of the mortar, but phosphorus impurities can weaken the hydration speed and degree.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Sihang Bao, Junzhen Di, Yanrong Dong, Ziqing Gao, Qing Gu, Yuanfang Zhao, Hongyu Zhai
Summary: Tailings dam break and leakage accidents pose a threat to the safety of people in mining areas and cause severe environmental pollution. This study focuses on solidifying tailing sand using microbial induced calcite precipitation (MICP) to improve strength and fix heavy metals. The curing time of MICP bio-cemented tailings is found to significantly impact the strength of tailings, while its effect on heavy metal fixation is minimal. The optimized MICP curing time is 10 days, resulting in improved strength and cementation of tailings particles.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ferhat Benmahiddine, Fares Bennai, Achraf Charaka, Ameur El Amine Hamami, Abdelkader Tahakourt, Rafik Belarbi
Summary: This paper studied the effects of hysteresis on the hygrothermal behavior at the building scale. Through laboratory validation and numerical simulations, it was found that hysteresis has a significant impact on the relative humidity and total heat fluxes in buildings, while it does not have a noticeable effect on temperature variations.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
You Gao, Wei He, Xiayang Zhang, De'an Sun, Pei Li
Summary: This study determined the boundary line between the swelling and compression deformation zone in lateritic clay through wetting tests, and proposed a simple bimodal SWRC model. It also found that the existing strength model underestimated the tested values in the medium to high suction range, therefore a segmented strength equation was introduced for enhanced predictions of the strength properties of lateritic clay.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Prabhath Ranjan Kumar Soda, Asheer Mogal, Kalyan Chakravarthy, Nikhil Thota, Nimish Bandaru, Sanjay Kumar Shukla, K. M. Mini
Summary: This study investigates the use of encapsulated bacteria to improve the self-healing ability of concrete. Through various tests, it is found that using 20% cement-coated alginate beads (CCAB) and 5% nanosilica (NS) can achieve optimal strength and healing. This research is significant for enhancing the durability of concrete.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Shizhe Wang, Haiping Wu, Wen Yang, Wei Wang, Zhibo Zhu, Kun Nie, Luoxin Wang, Hua Wang, Jing Wu
Summary: In this study, photothermal-heat storage concrete (PHSC) was developed with excellent photothermal conversion performance and heat storage capacity. By absorbing and storing solar energy during the day and releasing it at night, PHSC can effectively reduce energy consumption in buildings.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Robin Deb, Jialuo He, Geetika Mishra, Yaghoob (Amir) Farnam
Summary: Incorporation techniques of phase change materials in cementitious composites have a significant influence on thermal properties. This study investigated the thermal behavior of low-temperature PCM when subjected to varying temperature change rates and pore confinement inside the porous network of lightweight aggregates. The results showed that ramp rates affect the nucleation and crystallization growth process during the phase transition, and the pore structure of the aggregates affects the supercooling phenomenon and confinement pressure of the PCM.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Eduardo Ferreira, Payam Sotoudeh, Dagmar Svecova
Summary: This study investigates the fatigue behavior of concrete under different stress reversal conditions. The results indicate that stress reversal generally causes more severe damage and reduces the cycles to failure compared to tensile fatigue. Additionally, adding some level of compression contributes to the energy required for failure under stress reversal fatigue. Specimens with higher concentration of fractured aggregates achieve longer fatigue lives.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Mag Raj Gehlot, Sandeep Shrivastava
Summary: This study evaluates the compatibility relationship between plaster bonds and the substrate under an accelerated aging environment, and finds that incorporating an appropriate amount of granite cutting waste can improve the strength parameters and adhesion of the cement mortar.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Min Zhang, Qirui Luo, Mingke Deng, Shixing Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the bond behavior between carbon FRCM composites with added short fibers and concrete substrates. The effects of different factors were considered and 36 specimens were tested and discussed. The experimental results were analyzed in terms of failure mode, load-slip curve, and characteristic parameters, and the contribution of weft yarns was taken into account in the developed bondslip model.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Dengkai Liu, Hongniao Chen, Ray Kai Leung Su
Summary: The susceptibility of building stones to fire and high temperature was investigated in this study by examining their physical and mechanical properties. The results show that both compressive and tensile properties of stones are affected by temperature changes. The tensile strength is particularly sensitive to temperature changes, requiring special attention to the components subjected to tensile stress in stone buildings. Principal component analysis was used to predict the mechanical properties of stones, providing a new method for calculating the residual mechanical properties after high temperature or fire.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Joso Maria Raposo, Eduardo Cavaco, Luis Costa Neves, Eduardo Julio
Summary: This paper investigates the correlation between the friction coefficient and the surface roughness of concrete-to-concrete interfaces. Experimental tests were performed on specimens with different surface treatments, and the surface roughness parameters were analyzed and correlated with the shear strength and friction coefficient. The results showed that certain roughness parameters had a strong positive correlation with the friction coefficient, while others had little or no correlation. A novel combined roughness parameter with optimized correlation was proposed.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Chiara Riccardi, Massimo Losa
Summary: The interest in using bio materials in asphalt pavements is growing due to economic reasons and environmental benefits. This study aimed to review the use of bio extenders as additives in binders, with a focus on replacements greater than 20% of fossil binder. The properties of bio-extended binders were found to vary substantially depending on the biomass source and production process.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2024)
