Publications by authors named "Dibyendu Adak"
Article Synopsis
- The review focuses on incorporating circular economy principles in the concrete industry to improve sustainability and resource efficiency.
- It discusses the use of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to understand the environmental effects of concrete production and highlights innovative strategies for recycling, waste reduction, and resource optimization.
- Additionally, it addresses policy, economic, and societal impacts, alongside recent technological advancements like self-healing concrete and 3D printing, providing practical recommendations for a greener concrete sector.
The cement industry plays a significant role in global carbon emissions, underscoring the urgent need for measures to transition it toward a net-zero carbon footprint. This paper presents a detailed plan to this end, examining the current state of the cement sector, its carbon output, and the imperative for emission reduction. It delves into various low-CO technologies and emerging innovations such as alkali-activated cements, calcium looping, electrification, and bio-inspired materials.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis review paper provides a comprehensive analysis of cement-based solidification and immobilisation of nuclear waste. It covers various aspects including mechanisms, formulations, testing and regulatory considerations. The paper begins by emphasizing the importance of nuclear waste management and the associated challenges.
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