Description
Accelerated Carbonation of Cement-Based Materials: Utilizing Waste Heat Towards Low-carbon Construction presents readers with a method of capturing carbon dioxide and embedding it into construction materials. Strategies are offered to assist readers in addressing the challenges of effectively reducing the carbon footprint of the cement and construction industry, sustainability within the industry, and efficient use of resources and innovation in recycled aggregates. Sections cover cutting-edge research, case studies, and practical applications drawn from a broad range of situations, including examples from developing countries and regions with diverse environmental conditions.Bridging current theoretical research with the author's extensive industry experience, the book is a valuable reference resource for researchers, industry professionals, and policy-makers seeking to implement advanced low-carbon technologies in the cement and construction industries.- Provides an in-depth and comprehensive exploration of accelerated carbonation and waste heat utilization, making it a go-to resource for readers- Addresses the challenges of effectively reducing the carbon footprint of the cement and construction industry, sustainability within the industry, and efficient use of resources and innovation in recycled aggregates- Includes cutting-edge research, case studies, and practical applications drawn from a broad range of situations, including examples from developed countries, developing countries, and regions with diverse environmental conditions- Presents case studies that are tailored to real-world applications
Table of Contents
1. Introduction to low-carbon construction and cement-based materials2. Accelerated carbonation: techniques and mechanisms3. Utilization of industrial waste heat in carbonation acceleration4. High-temperature carbonation: the role of coupling gas, moisture and heat5. High-temperature carbonation: direct carbonation at 300–700°C6. Properties investigation of recycled aggregates and concrete modified by accelerated carbonation through increased temperature7. Dynamic performance of components constructed from recycled concrete incorporating aggregates modified by accelerated carbonation8. Future directions and innovations in carbonation technology9. Conclusion: Pathways to low-carbon construction
