CO2-Based Tile Curing: A Comprehensive Experimental Assessment of Performance

International Journal of Civil Engineering

© 2024 by SSRG - IJCE Journal

Volume 11 Issue 8

Year of Publication : 2024

Authors : Ch. Lakshmi Sowjanya, Tejas Sidnal, Tajuddin Ansari, K.V.G.D. Balaji, P. Chandan Kumar, T. Santhosh Kumar

10.14445/23488352/IJCE-V11I8P101

How to Cite?

Ch. Lakshmi Sowjanya, Tejas Sidnal, Tajuddin Ansari, K.V.G.D. Balaji, P. Chandan Kumar, T. Santhosh Kumar, "CO2-Based Tile Curing: A Comprehensive Experimental Assessment of Performance," SSRG International Journal of Civil Engineering, vol. 11,  no. 8, pp. 1-9, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488352/IJCE-V11I8P101

Abstract:

This study evaluates the performance of CO2-cured tiles as an environmentally friendly construction material, focusing on the early curing stages at 3 days and 7 days. The research aims to reduce water usage during tile production and assess CO2 sequestration into the tiles after controlled CO2 curing, quantifying CO2 absorption. Comprehensive experiments were conducted to analyze the mechanical and physical properties of CO2-cured tiles at 3 days and 7 days. The study examined compressive strength, water absorption, and dimensional stability. Water usage was optimized in the production process, and advanced techniques were used for qualitative analysis of CO2 sequestration. CO2-cured tiles exhibited favorable compressive strength development at both early curing stages, demonstrating durability. Water absorption was significantly reduced, aligning with the goal of minimizing water usage. Qualitative analysis confirmed successful CO2 sequestration within the tiles, and BET analysis quantified their CO2 absorption capacity. CO2-cured tiles show promise for sustainable construction, with strong early-stage performance, reduced water usage, and effective CO2 sequestration. These findings support the use of CO2- cured tiles as a solution for reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable building practices.

Keywords:

CO₂ -cured tiles, Early-age performance, Water usage reduction, CO₂ sequestration, BET analysis, Carbon emissions reduction.

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