Abstract: Incorporating glass into concrete offers a sustainable and innovative approach to modern construction. This study examines four key methods of utilizing glass in concrete: substituting traditional aggregates with crushed glass, employing glass fiber-reinforced concrete (GFRC), using finely ground glass powder as a supplementary cementitious material (SCM), and integrating decorative glass elements. Crushed glass contributes to waste reduction and resource conservation while improving concrete aesthetics and workability, although its brittleness can limit its structural applications. GFRC enhances tensile strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion, making it suitable for lightweight and architectural elements despite its higher cost. Glass powder, with its pozzolanic properties, improves concrete durability and reduces carbon emissions when used as a partial cement replacement but requires precise processing and mixture adjustments. Decorative glass applications add aesthetic value but require meticulous craftsmanship to ensure durability and safety.
The use of glass in concrete aligns with environmental sustainability goals by reducing landfill waste and lowering the construction industry's carbon footprint. Although challenges like brittleness, reactivity, and cost must be addressed, this paper highlights glass's potential to enhance the environmental, functional, and aesthetic qualities of concrete. Proper mix designs and application-specific testing are essential for optimizing these benefits.
Keywords: Sustainable Construction, Glass-Reinforced Concrete, Recycled Glass Aggregates, Supplementary Cementitious Materials, Eco-Friendly Concrete.
Title: Using Glass in Concrete Components
Author: Younis. R. M. H. Ali
International Journal of Civil and Structural Engineering Research
ISSN 2348-7607 (Online)
Vol. 12, Issue 2, October 2024 - March 2025
Page No: 89-94
Research Publish Journals
Website: www.researchpublish.com
Published Date: 18-January-2025
