Polymer-Silica Based Composites in Sustainable Construction: Theory, Preparation and Characterizations

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This book presents the application of Polymer-Silica Based Composites in the Construction Industry providing the fundamental framework and knowledge needed for the sustainable and efficient use of these composites as building and structural materials. It also includes characterization of prepared materials to ascertain mechanical, chemical, and physical properties and analyses results obtained using similar methods. Topics such as life cycle analysis of plastics, application of plastics in construction and elimination of plastic wastes are also discussed. The book also provides information on the outlook and competitiveness of emerging composites materials. Covers theory, preparation and characterizations of polymer-silica based composites for green construction. Discusses technology, reliability, manufacturing cost and environmental impact. Reviews the classification, application, and processing of polymer-silica composites. Gives a deeper analysis on the various tests carried out on polymer-silica composite. Highlights role of such composites in the Industry 4.0 and emerging technologies. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in civil engineering, built environment, construction materials, and materials science. Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Dedication Table of Contents Foreword Preface Acknowledgements Author Biographies Chapter 1 Introduction to Composite Materials for Green Construction Industry 1.1 Background 1.2 Composites: Materials for Eco-friendly Construction 1.2.1 Introduction 1.2.2 How Construction Polymer Composites Differ from the Traditional Construction Materials 1.2.3 Repair and Rehabilitation of Polymer Composites Structures 1.2.4 Potential Application of Composites Repair and Rehabilitation Systems 1.2.5 Codes and Standards in Pertaining Construction Materials 1.3 Classification of Polymers Composite Materials Used in Construction 1.3.1 Fibre-Reinforced Polymer Composites 1.3.2 Particle-Reinforced Polymer Composites 1.4 Application of Polymer Composites in Construction 1.4.1 Roofing Tiles 1.4.2 Surface Applications 1.4.3 Construction of Structures and Members 1.5 Summary References Chapter 2 Processing, Testing, and Failure Modes in Polymer Materials 2.1 Processing and Bonding Methods of Thermoplastic Composites 2.1.1 Filament Winding 2.1.2 Compression Moulding 2.1.3 Hand Lay-Up Manufacturing 2.1.4 Electron Beam Processing of Polymers 2.1.5 Pultrusion Processing 2.2 Testing Polymer Composites Used in Construction 2.2.1 Visual Inspection and Microstructural Analysis 2.2.2 Physical Tests 2.2.3 Mechanical Tests 2.2.4 Chemical Analysis 2.3 Failure in Polymer Composites Used in Construction 2.4. Summary References Chapter 3 Life Cycle Analysis of Plastic 3.1 Introduction 3.2 The Concept of Life Cycle Analysis 3.3 Purpose of LCA 3.3.1 Goal 3.3.2 Scope of the Study 3.3.3 Inventory Analysis 3.4 LCA in Waste Management 3.5 Determination of Environmental Credit 3.6 Recycling of Polymers 3.7 Applications of Physically Reprocessed Polymer Products 3.8 Summary References Chapter 4 Plastic and Silica Waste 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Plastic Pollution and Recycling 4.3 Quarry Extraction Pollution 4.4 State-of-the-Art Review of Plastic Waste Utilization in Construction 4.5 Summary References Chapter 5 Preparation and Characterization of Silicon-Based Plastic Composite 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Materials 5.3 Sample Preparation 5.4 Characterizations 5.4.1 Charpy Impact Test 5.4.2 Optical Microscopy 5.4.3 Water Absorption Test 5.4.4 Flammability Test/Limiting Oxygen Index 5.4.5 Thermal Analysis 5.4.6 Scanning Electronic Microscopy 5.4.7 Shore D Hardness Test 5.4.8 Fourier Transformed Infrared Spectroscopy 5.5 Characterization Results 5.5.1 Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Optical Microscopy Analysis 5.5.1.1 Pure Quarry Dust 5.5.1.2 High-Density Polyethylene 5.5.1.3 Polypropylene 5.5.2 Charpy Impact Strength Test on Quarry Dust–Plastic Composite 5.5.3 Water Absorption Test 5.5.4 Flammability Test (Limited Oxygen Index) 5.5.5 Thermal Analysis 5.5.6 Fourier Transformed Infrared Characterization 5.5.7 Shore D Hardness Test 5.6 Summary References Chapter 6 Future Outlook 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Composites and Industry 4.0 in Construction Industry 6.3 Emerging Composite Materials 6.4 Summary References Index