One-Part Alkali-Activated Binder Produced from Tungsten-Molybdenum (W-Mo) Tailings
This study explores the feasibility of preparing a one-part alkali-activated binder produced from tungsten-molybdenum (W-Mo) tailings with sodium metasilicate (SM). A series of alkali-activated mortar samples were prepared, and the effects of the water/binder (W/B) ratio and mixture proportion on me...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2024-11-01
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| Series: | Eng |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2673-4117/5/4/165 |
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| Summary: | This study explores the feasibility of preparing a one-part alkali-activated binder produced from tungsten-molybdenum (W-Mo) tailings with sodium metasilicate (SM). A series of alkali-activated mortar samples were prepared, and the effects of the water/binder (W/B) ratio and mixture proportion on mechanical properties were investigated. Additionally, the microstructure and composition of the alkali-activated W-Mo tailings were characterized by using a combination of scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy techniques. Optimal results were achieved with a W/B ratio of 0.35 and a formulation containing 20% by weight of SM. Under these conditions, the cured samples exhibited an unconfined compressive strength of 11.2 MPa and a bulk density of 1726 kg/m<sup>3</sup> after 28 days. The findings show the potential to advance tungsten-molybdenum mine waste upcycling and contribute to the production of environmentally sustainable building materials. |
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| ISSN: | 2673-4117 |