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  • MakaleYalnız künye2026Scopus SJRQ1
    Enhancing durability of slag-based alkali-activated composites with dunite sand and carbon fiber: Sulfate, freeze–thaw, and thermal resistance optimization

    Benli, Ahmet; Bürlükkara, Sadullah; Öz, Ali; Karataş, Mehmet; Kaplan, Gökhan

    The replacement of natural river sand with sustainable alternatives is essential to reduce environmental degradation associated with aggregate extraction. In this context, dunite sand (DS), a magnesium-rich ultramafic mineral, was investigated as an eco-efficient fine aggregate in thermally cured slag-based alkali-activated composites (AACs), in combination with carbon fiber (CF) reinforcement. The study aims to clarify how aggregate substitution and fiber addition interact to control matrix densification, crack-bridging efficiency, and durability under aggressive conditions. Sixteen mixtures incorporating varying DS (0–100%) and CF (0–1.00%) contents were prepared and cured at 80°C to promote rapid slag activation and microstructural development. Mechanical performance, high-temperature resistance, sulfate durability, and freeze–thaw behavior were systematically evaluated. The results demonstrate that moderate DS substitution (~25%) significantly improves matrix compactness and interfacial quality through a micro-filler effect, leading to enhanced strength and durability. CF effectively bridge micro cracks and improve flexural and thermal performance; however, excessive fiber contents impair workability and increase porosity due to fiber clustering. Durability results confirm that optimized DS–CF combinations reduce thermal degradation, limit sulfate-induced deterioration, and enhance resistance to cyclic freezing. Overall, 25% DS replacement combined with limited CF content (≤0.50%) provides the best balance between mechanical performance and durability. The findings highlight the importance of controlling aggregate–fiber synergy and curing strategy to develop durable, thermally stable, and sustainable alkali-activated composites for harsh service environments.

    • SDG 9 · Sanayi, Yenilikçilik ve Altyapı
    • SDG 12 · Sorumlu Üretim ve Tüketim
    • SDG 13 · İklim Eylemi
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2022Scopus SJRQ1
    Experimental study on synergistic enhancement of thermal performance of a closed two-phase thermosyphon by a TiO2nanofluid doped with Al2O3

    Xu, Qian; Yang, Gang; Jia, Shuhui; Wang, Zhaoxiao; Akkurt, Nevzat; Zhang, Hui; Zhou, Qiang; Shen, Meng; Yang, Di; Zhu, Lidong

    The heat transfer performance of two-phase closed thermosyphon solar collectors (TPCTs) can be improved by adding nanoparticles to the conventional working fluid, but it is necessary to ensure good rheological properties while improving the heat transfer performance. Therefore, spherical (TiO2) nanoparticles with good rheological properties and rod-shaped (Al2O3) nanoparticles with high thermal conductivity were mixed and applied to the TPCT. First, the effects of individual factors such as the concentration of nanoparticles and the operating parameters on the thermal performance of the TPCT were investigated and a regression analysis was performed. Then, the joint effect of inclination angle and filling ratio on the thermal performance of TPCT was further investigated by orthogonal experiment. The results show that doping TiO2 with Al2O3 can further improve the thermal performance of TPCT. For the volume concentration of 0.6% of nanoparticles, filling ratio of 50% and inclination angle of 80°, the best heat transfer performance of TPCT was achieved. Compared with the deionized water (DW), the thermal resistance of the single (TiO2-H2O) and hybrid (Al2O3+TiO2-H2O) nanofluid TPCT is reduced by 10.7% and 13.4%, the thermal efficiency is increased by 11.0% and 13.7%, and the equivalent heat transfer coefficient is increased by 16.2% and 18.7%, respectively.

    • SDG 7 · Erişilebilir ve Temiz Enerji
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