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August 21, 2025CivilEngOpen Access

Optimizing Mix Design for Alkali-Activated Concrete: A Comprehensive Review of Critical Selection Factors

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GHGhasan Fahim HuseienMBMohammad Hajmohammadian BaghbanIFIman Faridmehr

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Overview

Comprehensive review reveals mix design factors affecting compressive strength in alkali-activated concrete, suggesting potential for sustainability.

Key Points

  • Alkali-activated concrete offers a viable technique to reduce carbon dioxide emissions thereby promoting sustainability in construction.
  • The review identifies critical factors influencing compressive strength, emphasizing binder types and alkaline activator properties.
  • Analysis of various mix design methods underscores the importance of water content and fillers in achieving desired workability and strength.
  • The findings highlight avenues for future research in optimizing alkali-activated concrete, potentially replacing traditional cement alternatives.

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Huseien et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68a6fb9b5502675167ba970ehttps://doi.org/10.3390/civileng6030043
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