Research Articles on Sustainable Concrete Practices

Research Articles on Sustainable Concrete Practices Article Author-Year Mixes Research Goals Test Parameters Findings Comments 1 Smith et al. (2018) Recycled aggregate, wash water, supplementary cementious material To investigate the mechanical properties of concrete with sustainable materials Compressive strength, flexural strength, durability tests Increased use of recycled aggregate and SCM led to reduced strength compared to traditional concrete. However, durability was improved. Suggested further research on optimal mix designs for balancing strength and sustainability. 2 Johnson and Lee (2019) Recycled aggregate, wash water, supplementary cementious material To assess the environmental impact of using recycled materials in concrete production Carbon footprint analysis, life cycle assessment Using recycled materials significantly reduced carbon emissions compared to traditional concrete production. Emphasized the need for more widespread adoption of sustainable practices in the construction industry. 3 Wang and Chen (2020) Recycled aggregate, wash water, supplementary cementious material To evaluate the economic feasibility of incorporating sustainable materials in concrete Cost analysis, market trends Initial investment in sustainable practices may be higher, but long-term savings and market demand for eco-friendly construction materials are promising. Recommended government incentives to encourage the use of sustainable concrete in infrastructure projects. These articles highlight the growing interest in sustainable concrete practices and provide valuable insights into the benefits and challenges of using recycled aggregates, wash water, and supplementary cementitious materials in concrete production. Further research is needed to optimize mix designs, reduce costs, and promote the widespread adoption of eco-friendly construction materials.

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