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Nanocellulose reinforced zeolite based geopolymer concrete: density analysis through response surface methodology


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Tay, Chai Hua and Mazlan, Norkhairunnisa and Wayayok, Aimrun and Basri, Mohd Salahuddin and Mustafa, Mohd and Abdullah, Albakri (2022) Nanocellulose reinforced zeolite based geopolymer concrete: density analysis through response surface methodology. Materials Today: Proceedings, 66 (5). 2873 - 2882. ISSN 2214-7853

Abstract

Geopolymer Foam Concrete (GFC) is an emerging concrete with environmentally friendly properties but excellent strength. Currently, research is ongoing in producing GFC with low densities for its lightweight, subsidized handling and transportation cost. However, they are often fabricated with high molarity alkaline solution. In addition to that, studies related to geopolymers are often limited to one-factor-a-time (OFAT) approach. In this study, Response Surface Methodology (RSM) is used to analyze the relationship between several factors selected and its response (density). The factors involved include Seawater/Potassium Silicate (SW/KSil), Potassium Hydroxide/Potassium Chloride (KOH/KCl), Sodium Laureth Ether Sulfate/Benzalkonium Chloride (SLES/BAC), and Hydrogen Peroxide/Nanocellulose (H2O2/Nanocellulose). The concentration of alkaline solution is maintained at low level to promote user friendly and environmentally friendly properties. It was found that all factors are significant with ρ-value < 0 except for SW/KSil with ρ < 0.474. Contour plots of KOH/KCL and H2O2/Nanocellulose produce the widest range of geopolymer density, ranging from <1.5 g/cm3 to >2.4 g/cm3 While high H2O2 amount is needed to produce GFC with low density, nanocellulose is helpful in maintaining the viscosity of slurry to allow stable formation of pores. Ultra-lightweight GFC with densities <1.5 g/cm3 has been successfully produced through this research.


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Item Type: Article
Divisions: Faculty of Engineering
Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products
Institut Nanosains dan Nanoteknologi
DOI Number: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2022.06.550
Publisher: Elsevier
Keywords: Geopolymer; Zeolite; Stabilizer; Response surface methodology; Nanocellulose; Hydrogen peroxide
Depositing User: Ms. Che Wa Zakaria
Date Deposited: 08 Jun 2023 02:39
Last Modified: 08 Jun 2023 02:39
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URI: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/102274
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