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Fire-Resistant Geopolymers

Role of Fibres and Fillers to Enhance Thermal Properties

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  • © 2015

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Authors:
  1. Les Vickers

    1. Geopolymer Research Group, Curtin University, Perth, Australia

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  2. Arie van Riessen

    1. Geopolymer Research Group, Curtin University, Perth, Australia

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  3. William D. A. Rickard

    1. Geopolymer Research Group, Curtin University, Perth, Australia

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  • Reviews exhaustively the key recent research into fire-resistant geopolymers
  • Maximizes reader insights into the role of fibres and fillers to enhance the thermal properties of geopolymers
  • Written by leading experts in the field
  • Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Part of the book series: SpringerBriefs in Materials (BRIEFSMATERIALS)

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Table of contents (7 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-viii
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  2. Introduction to Geopolymers

    • Les Vickers, Arie van Riessen, William D. A. Rickard
    Pages 1-16

  3. Precursors and Additives for Geopolymer Synthesis

    • Les Vickers, Arie van Riessen, William D. A. Rickard
    Pages 17-37

  4. Chemistry of Geopolymers

    • Les Vickers, Arie van Riessen, William D. A. Rickard
    Pages 39-52

  5. Fibres: Technical Benefits

    • Les Vickers, Arie van Riessen, William D. A. Rickard
    Pages 53-76

  6. Thermal Properties of Geopolymers

    • Les Vickers, Arie van Riessen, William D. A. Rickard
    Pages 77-98

  7. Fire Resistance of OPC and Geopolymers

    • Les Vickers, Arie van Riessen, William D. A. Rickard
    Pages 99-110

  8. Conclusions

    • Les Vickers, Arie van Riessen, William D. A. Rickard
    Pages 111-111

  9. Back Matter

    Pages 113-129
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The book covers the topic of geopolymers, in particular it highlights the relationship between structural differences as a result of variations during the geopolymer synthesis and its physical and chemical properties. In particular, the book describes the optimization of the thermal properties of geopolymers by adding micro-structural modifiers such as fibres and/or fillers into the geopolymer matrix.  The range of fibres and fillers used in geopolymers, their impact on the microstructure and thermal properties is described in great detail. The book content will appeal to researchers, scientists, or engineers who are interested in geopolymer science and technology and its industrial applications.

Authors and Affiliations

  • Geopolymer Research Group, Curtin University, Perth, Australia

    Les Vickers, Arie van Riessen, William D. A. Rickard

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