High performance synthetic fiber-reinforced concrete mixed with nanoparticles: A proof-of-concept green railway sleeper product

• Published in: Sustainable structures Vol. 5; no. 1
• Main Authors: Radhika Sridhar, Satjapan Leelatanon, Monthian Setkit, Thanongsak Imjai, Elhem Ghorbel, Boksun Kim
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Sustainable Development Press Limited 01.03.2025
• Subjects: fiber reinforced concrete; fiber-reinforced polymer; green materials; hybrid fibers; nanoparticle; polypropylene; polyvinyl alcohol; railway sleeper; recycled aggregate concrete

This paper investigates the effects of nanoparticles and fibers on the durability and microstructural properties of mortar and concrete, aiming to create a high-performance railway sleeper product as an alternative sustainable material in the market. In the Phase 1, the main objective is to evaluate...