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Radiation and mechanical performance of cementitious materials containing ecofriendly nano laboratory waste glass

  • 0Structural Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University, Alexandria, 21544, Egypt.
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September 19, 2024

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September 19, 2024

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Summary

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This study explores using waste glass powder in mortar to create eco-friendly gamma ray shielding. Mortar with 30% nano glass powder demonstrated the highest radiation reduction efficiency.

Area Of Science

  • Materials Science
  • Environmental Science
  • Nuclear Engineering

Background

  • Managing laboratory waste glass is an environmental challenge.
  • Developing sustainable, eco-friendly materials for radiation shielding is crucial.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To investigate the feasibility of using waste glass powder (WGP) in mortar for gamma ray shielding.
  • To evaluate the mechanical properties and radiation attenuation capabilities of WGP-modified mortar.
  • To determine the optimal WGP content and particle size for effective shielding.

Main Methods

  • Two sizes of waste glass powder (micro and nano) were incorporated into mortar at percentages from 0% to 30%.
  • Mechanical properties (compressive and flexure strength) were assessed.
  • Gamma ray attenuation coefficients (linear and mass) were experimentally measured using various radioactive sources and a NaI detector.
  • Theoretical values were calculated using XCOM software for comparison.

Main Results

  • Incorporating WGP positively influenced the mechanical properties of cementitious composites.
  • The mortar sample containing 30% nano additive glass exhibited the most significant reduction in gamma radiation.
  • Experimental attenuation coefficients were validated against theoretical calculations.

Conclusions

  • Waste glass powder can be effectively utilized to produce eco-friendly gamma ray shielding materials.
  • Nano-sized waste glass powder shows superior performance in radiation attenuation compared to micro-sized powder.
  • This research offers a sustainable solution for waste glass management and radiation protection.

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