This paper describes the production and performance characteristics of lightweight concrete (LWC) made from porous aggregates, such as expanded glass (EG), waste, crushed polystyrene waste (CEPW), obtained by crushing packaging household appliances ordinary Portland cement (OPC). During study, LWC density, thermal conductivity, compressive strength, bending water absorption, deformations, compo...

The utilization of expanded polystyrene (EPS) beads in semi-lightweight concrete (SLC) intended for repair and building applications has gained great attention recent years. This study examines the effect mix design parameters including binder content, water-to-binder ratio (w/b), EPS silica fume (SF) additions on mechanical properties durability SLC mixtures. experimental program was carried o...

In this study, the use of expanded polystyrene and perlite as lightweight aggregates for preparation geopolymers is tested. The geopolymers’ performance was evaluated through physical, mechanical thermal testing. Polypropylene fibers were used reinforcement agents, while long-term durability assessed though repeated wet–dry freeze–thaw cycles sorptivity tests. results showed that introduction i...