Review article

https://doi.org/10.14256/JCE.2729.2019

Research challenges for broader application of alternative binders in concrete

Marijana Serdar
Dubravka Bjegović
Nina Štirmer
Ivana Banjad Pečur

Abstract

Rapid population growth and urbanisation have imposed the need to develop more sustainable construction solutions in line with the seventh basic requirement for construction works - sustainable use of natural resources. One of the strategies is to use materials available in abundant quantities to create alternative binders for concrete. An opportunity in this dynamic field is the availability of numerous types of by-products and waste materials, which can be used for the development of various types of alternative binders. The aim of the paper is to pinpoint some scientific challenges that need to be dealt with to ensure broader application of alternative binders in engineering practice.

Keywords

sustainability; durability; alternative binders; microstructure; practical application

Hrčak ID:

226652

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/226652

Publication date:

10.10.2019.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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