Research of the Physical and Mechanical Properties of the Sediment of Surface Wastewater

Currently, in the construction industry, the priority is to expand the raw material base through the possible use of various types of waste, which occupy significant territories of Russia and have a negative impact on the environment. The sediment of surface wastewater is no exception. Its significant accumulation is associated with the rapid growth and development of cities — urbanization. The use of this type of man-made waste in the production of building materials will improve the country's economy. The article presents the results of a study of the possibility of using surface wastewater sludge in the production of cellular concrete. The composition and properties of the sediment of surface wastewater in the seasonal period “spring-autumn” are studied. A comparative mineralogical, granulometric, and morphological analysis of this type of raw material with the most common components (ash, sand) used in the production of cellular concrete has been carried out.