Hydrophobized Iron Tailings–Based Cementitious Composites for External Applications

Abstract

AbstractThe use of waste iron ore tailings (IOT) in concrete production possesses a relatively high carbon footprint during preprocessing, has associated issues of leaching and performs poorly in severe environments due to its hydrophilicity. This proof-...Practical ApplicationsThis proof-of-concept work is a preliminary investigation on the development of hydrophobic concrete that could be used as masonry blocks in practice. The achieved strength is sufficient to be used in a range of cementitious products ...