Study the impact of design method preference on the usefulness of concrete and on CO2 emissions

Salem Abdelgader; Marzena Kurpińska; Hakim S. Abdelgader; Farzam Omidi Moaf; Mugahed Amran

doi:10.1108/ijbpa-12-2023-0185

Study the impact of design method preference on the usefulness of concrete and on CO2 emissions

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Purpose – The research investigates the impact of concrete design methods on performance, emphasizing environmental sustainability. The study compares the modified Bolomey method and Abrams’ law in designing concretes. Significant differences in cement consumption and subsequent CO2 emissions are revealed. The research advocates for a comprehensive life cycle assessment, considering factors like compressive strength, carbonation resistance, CO2 emissions, and cost. The analysis underscores the importance of evaluating concrete not solely based on strength but also environmental impact. The study concludes that a multicriteria approach, considering the entire life cycle, is essential for sustainable concrete design, addressing durability, environmental concerns, and economic factors. Design/methodology/approach – The study employed a comprehensive design and methodology approach, involving the formulation and testing of 20 mixed concretes with strengths ranging from 25 MPa to 45 MPa. Two distinct design methods, the modified Bolomey method (three equations method) and Abrams’ law, were utilized to calculate concrete compositions. Laboratory experiments were conducted to validate the computational models, and subsequent analyses focused on assessing differences in cement consumption, compressive strength, CO2 emissions, and concrete resistance to carbonation. The research adopted a multidisciplinary perspective, integrating theoretical analysis, laboratory testing, and life cycle assessment to evaluate concrete performance and sustainability.

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Keywords

CONCRETE, DURABILITY, SUSTAINABILITY, CEMENT, CONCRETE DESIGN, CO2 EMISSION

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International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation pages 1 - 22,
ISSN: 2398-4708

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English

Publication year:

2024

Bibliographic description:

Abdelgader S., Kurpińska M., Abdelgader H. S., Omidi Moaf F., Amran M.: Study the impact of design method preference on the usefulness of concrete and on CO2 emissions// International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation -, (2024), s.1-22

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