Towards optimization of mechanical and microstructural performances of Fe-rich laterite geopolymer binders cured at room temperature by varying the activating solution
Cyriaque Rodrigue Kaze, Juvenal Giogetti Deutou Nemaleu, Elie Kamseu, Florence Uphie Chinje, Fernanda Andreola, Cristina Leonelli
Abstract
, respectively. Such enhancement is linked to changes that occur into the geopolymer network when high alkaline activator/laterite is used. Therefore, further increase of AS/LAT600 mass ratio improved the workability, delaying the polycondensation rate of dissolved calcined laterite and not positively affecting the mechanical strength development. Nevertheless, the performance of the end products could be found application in building engineering.
Topics & Concepts
LateriteGeopolymerMaterials scienceComposite materialMicrostructureGeopolymer cementMetallurgyCompressive strengthNickelConcrete and Cement Materials ResearchMagnesium Oxide Properties and ApplicationsRecycling and utilization of industrial and municipal waste in materials production