Replacement of Natural Aggregates in Geopolymer composites - A brief review

MAYANK GUPTA, N. H. Kulkarni

Abstract


Natural aggregates are essential constituents of both conventional and geopolymer concrete, which fills up approximately 60–80% of the total volume and have a direct impact on the properties of concrete. The extensive use and the high extraction of the natural aggregates raise questions regarding the conservation of natural aggregates' resources and environments. Therefore, several researchers incorporated some recycled aggregates and waste or by-products (WBP) like copper and steel slag, granite quarry sand, crushed sand, etc. as the substitution of natural aggregates. This literature provides a brief review of the properties of the geopolymer composites when natural aggregates are partially or fully replaced. Several previously published literature has been studied and found that the utilization of recycled aggregates and WBP (to a certain extent) into geopolymer concrete has enhanced physical, mechanical, and durability properties, as well as forming a dense structure. Based on the study, it can be concluded that recycled aggregates and WBP have the potential to partially replace natural aggregates (fine as well as coarse).

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