| dc.description.abstract | Through an analysis of tests, the aim was to identify the optimal concrete mix for geopolymers, a mix that maintains the high mechanical properties of geopolymer materials while providing improved durability and environmental sustainability. The expectation was that this research would contribute to advancing the field of geopolymer concrete and assist in the transition to more sustainable building materials in the future. The collaboration with Saferock ensured that the research was directly relevant and applicable in the current industrial context.
Geopolymers are a relatively new material that has received significant attention in the construction industry in recent years. Geopolymers, as known from previous studies, are a cement-free material used as an alternative to conventional cement-based concrete. One of the main advantages of geopolymers is their lower CO2 emissions compared to conventional cement-based concrete. The production of conventional cement requires high temperatures for the calcination process, resulting in large CO2 emissions. Geopolymers, on the other hand, can be produced at lower temperatures and with raw materials that result in lower emissions.
By identifying a mix with a more favorable balance between workability and compressive strength, better mechanical properties can be achieved, thereby reinforcing the concrete itself. This will require further experimentation and testing to find the best possible mix that meets both the requirements for compressive strength and the desired properties related to workability.
It is important to emphasize that further research and experimentation are necessary to validate this approach and evaluate the possible effect on the compressive strength of the concrete. Analyses and comparisons of different mix compositions will be crucial in finding the most suitable mix with favorable compressive strength. | |
