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Sustainable geopolymer foam concrete with recycled crumb rubber and dual fiber reinforcement of polypropylene and glass fibers: A comprehensive study     
Yazarlar (5)
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Adem AHISKALI Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Adem AHISKALI
Türkiye
Ahmet Benli
Bingöl Üniversitesi, Türkiye
Mehtiali Ahıskalı
Doç. Dr. Oğuzhan Yavuz BAYRAKTAR Doç. Dr. Oğuzhan Yavuz BAYRAKTAR
Türkiye
Gökhan Kaplan
Türkiye
Devamını Göster
Özet
This study examines the thermal, mechanical, and durability performance of fly ash-based geopolymer foam concrete (GFC). It incorporates recycled crumb rubber (CR) as a lightweight aggregate and is reinforced with polypropylene fibers (PPF) and glass fibers (GF). The goal is to develop sustainable, high-performance GFC for energy-efficient and eco-friendly construction. Seven mixtures were tested with varying fiber types and dosages: PPF (1 % and 2 %), GF (1 % and 2 %), and hybrid reinforcement (0.5 % and 1 % each of PPF and GF). The results show significant improvements in key properties. The developed GFC achieved compressive strength of up to 8 MPa, aligning with commercial foam concrete (5–10 MPa) and geopolymer-based foams (2–12 MPa). While it does not represent a breakthrough in durability, the material offers superior lightweight properties, enhanced thermal insulation, and greater sustainability compared to conventional alternatives. Compared to the reference, the compressive strength increased by 198 % in the mixture containing 2 % GF, while mixtures with 1 % and 2 % PPF exhibited 33 % and 14.9 % increases, respectively. Hybrid reinforcement at 1 % PPF and 1 % GF achieved a balanced 45.4 % improvement. Flexural strength gains were most notable in mixtures with 2 % GF, showing a 261 % increase over the reference. Thermal conductivity ranged between 0.438 and 0.548 W/mK, with the lowest value achieved in the mixture with 1 % PPF (2.23 % lower than the reference). Dry density varied from 967 to 1188 kg/m³, with the highest value observed in the 2 % GF mixture (20.1 % higher than the reference). Porosity and water absorption were lowest in the 2 % GF mixture, showing reductions of 31.1 % and 47.4 %, respectively. High-temperature resistance tests indicated that GF-reinforced mixtures exhibited greater stability at moderate temperatures, with strength loss reductions of up to 63.2 % at 200 °C, but experienced degradation at 600 °C. Microstructural analysis confirmed improved matrix integrity, reduced porosity, and enhanced fiber-matrix bonding in fiber-reinforced mixtures. This study demonstrates the feasibility of integrating CR, PPF, and GF to develop high-performance, lightweight, and eco-friendly GFC, offering significant potential for sustainable construction applications
Anahtar Kelimeler
Durability | Fly ash geopolymer foam concrete | Glass fibers | Polypropylene fibers | Recycled crumb rubber | Strength | Thermal properties
Makale Türü Özgün Makale
Makale Alt Türü SSCI, AHCI, SCI, SCI-Exp dergilerinde yayımlanan tam makale
Dergi Adı Construction and Building Materials
Dergi ISSN 0950-0618 Wos Dergi Scopus Dergi
Dergi Tarandığı Indeksler SCI-Expanded
Dergi Grubu Q1
Makale Dili İngilizce
Basım Tarihi 04-2025
Cilt No 474
Sayı 141137
Doi Numarası 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2025.141137
Makale Linki http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2025.141137