Publications by authors named "N Consoli"
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- - This research focuses on how iron ore tailings mixed with Portland cement behave under different compression tests, which helps in their application in mining processes like backfill and dam decommissioning.
- - An original correlation known as the porosity/cement index (η/C) was found to effectively predict the elastic and plastic properties of these mixed tailings, aiding in cement content selection for optimal design.
- - The study highlights the impact of cement and compaction on tailings’ isotropisation, revealing that while uncemented specimens reach a consistent compression line after high pressures, cemented specimens do not, emphasizing the need for strict compaction control in practical applications.
Understanding the strength behavior and leaching characteristics of mining tailings stabilized with alkali-activated cements in the short, medium, and long term is crucial for the feasibility of material applications. In this context, this study assessed the stabilization/solidification of iron ore tailings (IOT) using alkali-activated binder (AAB) composed of sugarcane bagasse ash and eggshell lime at curing times of 7, 28, 60, 90, 180, and 365 days. Additionally, leaching tests were conducted, along with the examination of possible changes in the chemical and mineralogical composition resulting from exposure to acidic environments.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAntimicrobial resistance is a leading cause of mortality, calling for the development of new antibiotics. The fungal antibiotic plectasin is a eukaryotic host defence peptide that blocks bacterial cell wall synthesis. Here, using a combination of solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance, atomic force microscopy and activity assays, we show that plectasin uses a calcium-sensitive supramolecular killing mechanism.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSustainability is a core topic for all sectors including geotechnical engineering (e.g., design of foundations, earthworks structures, and pavements for major infrastructure and building projects).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWaste stabilization processes are important to add value and reduce environmental risks related to metal contamination of soils and groundwater. This study evaluated the metal encapsulation of: (i) waste foundry sand (WFS) stabilized with an alkali-activated binder (AAB), compared to (ii) WFS-Portland cement (PC) mixture. The AAB was composed by sugar cane bagasse ash (SCBA), hydrated eggshell lime, and sodium hydroxide solution.
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