Enhancing reactivity in muscovitic clays: mechanical activation as a sustainable alternative to thermal activation for cement production

Authors: Jofre Mañosa; Adrian Alvarez-Coscojuela; Josep Marco-Gibert; Alex Maldonado-Alameda; Josep Maria Chimenos Journal: Applied Clay Science Research Line: Construction Publication Date: January 24, 2024 Publication Highlights Mechanical activation amorphises muscovite, kaolinite, and montmorillonite. A maximum amorphous content of 91% was … Continued

DIOPMA team at WASCON2023: Sustainable Construction Innovations

Welcome to our latest blog entry where we delve into the significant contributions of DIOPMA researchers at WASCON2023 – 11th International Conference on the Environmental and Technical Implications of Construction with Alternative Materials. This prestigious conference, held in Hong Kong, … Continued

High-porosity alkali-activated binders based on glass and aluminium recycling industry waste

Authors: Alex Maldonado-Alameda; Jofre Mañosa; Teresa López-Monter; Roger Catalán-Parra; Josep Maria Chimenos Journal: Construction and Building Materials Research Line: Construction, Environment Publication Date: August 03, 2023 Publication Highlights about alkali-activated binders CSP and PAVAL are generated during the glass and … Continued