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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Civil Engineering
  • Environmental Science

Background:

  • Basic magnesium sulfate cements (BMSCs) are a type of inorganic cementitious material.
  • Red mud is an industrial solid waste byproduct of alumina production, posing environmental challenges.
  • Improving the utilization of red mud is crucial for sustainable development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the effects of red mud addition on the mechanical properties, pore structure, and microstructure of BMSCs.
  • To explore the potential of red mud as a supplementary material in cementitious applications.
  • To assess the environmental and economic benefits of incorporating red mud into BMSCs.

Main Methods:

  • Specimens of BMSCs with varying red mud content were prepared.
  • Mechanical properties (compressive strength) were tested after 28 days of curing.
  • Pore structure and microstructure were analyzed using X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS).

Main Results:

  • BMSCs with optimal red mud content achieved a compressive strength of 94.54 MPa.
  • Red mud addition reduced total porosity and refined the pore structure of BMSCs.
  • Red mud and M-S-H gel filled pores, densifying the microstructure and enhancing strength without negatively impacting the main strength phase (5-1-7).

Conclusions:

  • Red mud significantly improves the mechanical properties and microstructure of BMSCs.
  • Incorporating red mud offers a viable solution for waste utilization, environmental protection, and cost reduction in BMSC production.
  • The findings support the comprehensive utilization of red mud in construction materials.