Synthesis of an Alternative Cementitious Material using Pozzolanic Material Infused with Hydrated Alumina

Abstract

Present investigation represents the synthesis of an alternative cementitious material using pozzolanic material such as nano silica infused with hydrated alumina. The properties of alternative cementitious material were verified by assessing physical properties in conjugation with analytical characterizationsuch as SEM, and XRD, etc. Finally, the performance of the nano cement was ensured by the fabrication and characterization of the nano cement based mortar. Based on the result, it is demonstrated that the chemically synthesized nano cement not only shows better physical and mechanical performance, but alsobrings several encouraging impacts to the society, including the reduction of CO2 emission and the development of sustainable construction material.