Journal of Transportation Infrastructure Engineering

Journal of Transportation Infrastructure Engineering

A Review of LC3 Cement: Feasibility of Its Use in Concrete Pavements Alongside the Reduction of Greenhouse Gases Emission

Document Type : Research Paper

Authors
erfan ghorbanian 1
Saeid Hesami 2
1 MSc. student of Raod and Transportation, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Noshirvani University of Technology, Babol, I. R. Iran.
2 Associate Professor, Department of Raod and Transportation, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Noshirvani University of Technology, Babol, I. R. Iran.
10.22075/jtie.2024.34499.1679
Abstract
Cement, as one of the most important raw materials in the production of concrete pavements, plays a critical role in the quality and longevity of pavements. the use of ordinary cement, due to its production process, leads to the emission of a significant amount of greenhouse gases and environmental pollutants. This has raised serious concerns about the negative impact of the cement industry on weather changes and climate changes. In response to these concerns and the need to produce cement with minimal environmental impact, limestone calcined clay cement (LC3) has emerged as a sustainable and environmentally friendly solution. This article demonstrates that LC3 cement can be a suitable alternative to ordinary cement in concrete pavements, showing significant potential in this context. Reviews have indicated that, in addition to its environmental benefits, LC3 cement generally improves the mechanical properties and durability of concrete. This present paper reviews the literature on this cement, its components, mechanical properties, durability, environmental advantages, and the feasibility of its use in concrete pavement construction.
Keywords
LC3 cement
Calcined clay
Metakaolin
Green cement
Concrete pavement
Subjects
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  • Receive Date 19 June 2024
  • Revise Date 27 August 2024
  • Accept Date 28 August 2024
  • Publish Date 22 August 2024