What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to develop eco-friendly carbon dot-based nanocomposites to improve CO2 capture in construction materials.

April 10, 2026Open Access

Eco-friendly carbon dot-based nanocomposites in smart construction materials for green-house gases reduction

Key Points

The aim is to develop eco-friendly carbon dot-based nanocomposites to improve CO2 capture in construction materials.
Utilized CD-semiconductor nanocomposites including TiO2, ZnO, and SiO2
Engineered quantum carbon dots for enhanced properties
Assessed mechanical strength and photocatalytic activity under solar light
Demonstrated enhanced CO2 capture compared to conventional materials
Improved mechanical strength of smart cement composites
Achieved recyclable photocatalytic activity when exposed to solar energy

Abstract

Smart cement composites with CD-semiconductor nanocomposites (TiO 2 , ZnO, SiO 2 ) enhance CO 2 capture and mechanical strength. Quantum-engineered CDs offer synergistic effects, with recyclable photocatalytic activity under solar light.

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