MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF CONCRETE USING ALTERNATIVE CEMENT AND AGGREGATE MATERIALS

Judul	MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF CONCRETE USING ALTERNATIVE CEMENT AND AGGREGATE MATERIALS
Penulis	Ika Bali, Jack Widjajakusuma, dan Kevin Aprilio Wibowo
Ukuran, halaman	15 x 23 cm,  xvi + 130 hal.
ISBN	on process

The increasing demand for sustainable construction materials has driven the exploration of alternative solutions to conventional concrete. With the pressing need to reduce carbon emissions, limit natural resource depletion, and address industrial waste management, researchers and engineers are now shifting their focus toward innovative cement and aggregate substitutes that can maintain, or even enhance, the mechanical performance of concrete.

This book, entitled Mechanical Properties of Concrete Using Alternative Cement and Aggregate Materials, serves as a comprehensive reference for students, researchers, academic professionals, and construction practitioners in the field of civil engineering and materials science. It provides a structured examination of concrete materials that incorporate alternative binders and aggregates, with a focus on their mechanical properties.

The content of this book is organized into ten chapters, each addressing different alternative materials, experimental methodologies, and analytical findings. The discussion focuses on three key types of innovative concrete systems—glass powder concrete, geopolymer concrete, and foamed concrete—with emphasis on their mechanical properties and relevance to structural components.

In addition to exploring the mechanical performance of these alternative concrete systems, the book also examines their environmental advantages, practical implementation challenges, and engineering feasibility. Experimental data are presented alongside analytical discussions to enhance both academic comprehension and real-world application.

This book serves as a valuable reference for students seeking to deepen their understanding of sustainable concrete technologies, researchers and academics engaged in the study of alternative binders and aggregates, and practicing engineers and consultants in search of practical solutions for implementing environmentally friendly concrete in structural applications. The findings compiled in this book are expected to contribute to the ongoing advancement of sustainable construction practices and to support the broader discourse surrounding low-carbon and resource-efficient building materials.