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  • Civil Engineering

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  • Developing radiation attenuation materials with reduced cross-sections is crucial.
  • Conventional shielding materials often lack cost-effectiveness, efficiency, or adequate mechanical strength.
  • Novel materials are needed to address the risks associated with radiation exposure.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the mechanical and radiation shielding properties of ceramic composites reinforced with lead oxide nano-powder.
  • To identify an optimal, cost-effective formulation for structural applications requiring radiation shielding.
  • To evaluate the impact of varying nano-lead oxide concentrations on composite performance.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of nano-lead-based cement composites with varying nano-lead oxide content (0.7-1 wt.%).
  • Mechanical testing, including flexural and compressive strength assessments.
  • Gamma attenuation tests to evaluate neutron absorption capacity.

Main Results:

  • The addition of nano-lead oxide improved both mechanical strength and radiation shielding capabilities.
  • The optimal concentration for enhanced properties and economic viability was determined to be 0.6 wt.% nano-lead oxide.
  • The developed composites demonstrated suitability for structural applications requiring radiation shielding.

Conclusions:

  • Nano-lead oxide is an effective reinforcement for ceramic composites used in radiation shielding.
  • A 0.6 wt.% concentration of nano-lead oxide provides a balance of mechanical integrity, shielding efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
  • These novel composites offer a promising solution for radiation protection in structural applications.