Recent Advances on Green Concrete for Structural Purposes

Recent Advances on Green Concrete for Structural Purposes
Author: Joaquim A.O. Barros
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 427
Release: 2017-05-29
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3319567977

This book is mainly based on the results of the EU-funded UE-FP7 Project EnCoRe, which aimed to characterize the key physical and mechanical properties of a novel class of advanced cement-based materials incorporating recycled powders and aggregates and/or natural ingredients in order to allow partial or even total replacement of conventional constituents. More specifically, the project objectives were to predict the physical and mechanical performance of concrete with recycled aggregates; to understand the potential contribution of recycled fibers as a dispersed reinforcement in concrete matrices; and to demonstrate the feasibility and possible applications of natural fibers as a reinforcement in cementitious composites. All of these aspects are fully covered in the book. The opening chapters explain the material concept and design and discuss the experimental characterization of the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of the recycled raw constituents, as well as of the cementitious composite incorporating them. The numerical models with potentialities for describing the behavior at material and structural level of constructions systems made by these composites are presented. Finally, engineering applications and guidelines for production and design are proposed.

Tires

Tires
Author: Robert R. Westerman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 214
Release: 1978
Genre: Tires
ISBN:

Solid Waste Management and Greenhouse Gases

Solid Waste Management and Greenhouse Gases
Author: Barry Leonard
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2003-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0756733510

In the 21st century, management of municipal solid waste (MSW) continues to be an important environmental challenge facing the U.S. Climate change is also a serious issue, & the U.S. is embarking on a number of voluntary actions to reduce the emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs) that can intensify climate change. By presenting material-specific GHG emission factors for various waste management options, this report examines how the two issues -- MSW management & climate change -- are related. The report's findings may be used to support a variety of programs & activities, including voluntary reporting of emission reductions from waste management practices. Charts, tables & graphs.