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Recycling excavated soil as a natural supplementary cementitious material

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posted on 2024-08-29, 04:55 authored by Li Ling

This thesis addresses the environmental challenge of managing excavated soil from urban infrastructure expansion. It develops a rapid and cost-effective method for measuring kaolinite, a clay mineral, in soil. The research explores recycling this soil as a component in high-quality cement, showing that soil with high kaolinite content can produce mortars as strong as or stronger than traditional cement. It also investigates the use of nano-calcined soil in improving cement properties and enhancing hydrophobic characteristics. This work promotes sustainable construction practices, reduces landfill waste, and supports a circular economy in the construction industry.

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  • Thesis (PhD)

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Thesis submitted for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy, Swinburne University of Technology, 2024.

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Copyright © 2024 Li Ling.

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Yali Li, Hongfang Sun

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eng

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