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    Enhancing lateritic soil performance with cement and calcined limestone dust for road base application
    (2026-12-01)
    Thwe, Khin Sam
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    Ayawanna, Jiratchaya
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    Mase, Lindung Zalbuin
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    Chaiyaput, Salisa
    Lateritic soils are widely used in road construction in tropical regions, but their natural engineering properties often require stabilization to meet strength and performance requirements. In Thailand, lateritic soils are commonly stabilized with cement-based binders, which are applied as soil–cement subbase and soil–cement base layers in accordance with the Department of Highways (DOH) specifications. This study evaluates the stabilization of lateritic soil using ordinary Portland cement (OPC) with calcined limestone dust (CLD) as a partial cement replacement. CLD is produced by the calcination of limestone dust, which is a quarry by-product, at elevated temperatures. In the proposed stabilization approach, 20% of OPC was replaced with CLD to assess its effect on the stabilized soil’s physical and mechanical properties. Laboratory tests included Atterberg limits, compaction characteristics (optimum moisture content and maximum dry density), and unconfined compressive strength (UCS). The results indicate that the combined use of OPC and CLD reduces soil plasticity and slightly modifies compaction behavior due to changes in particle packing and moisture demand. Stabilization significantly improves UCS, and mixtures containing 20% CLD achieve compressive strengths comparable to fully cement-stabilized samples after 28 days of curing. Strength enhancement is primarily attributed to cement hydration, which forms calcium silicate hydrate, while CLD contributes through filler and nucleation effects, resulting in a denser microstructure suitable for road base applications.
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    Feasibility assessment of porous granules from lateritic soil and sawdust as partial cement replacement under seawater immersion
    (2026-06-01)
    Chaiyaput, Salisa
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    Sertsoongnern, Pimchanok
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    Nguyen, Trong Nghia
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    Mase, Lindung Zalbuin
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    Ayawanna, Jiratchaya
    This study developed porous granules from lateritic soil and sawdust as an innovative approach to valorizing waste for use as a partial cement replacement. The study focused on two aspects: first, identifying suitable composition ratios and chemical agents for producing porous granules, and second, evaluating the feasibility of using granules in a cement-granule paste or as a partial cement replacement to achieve sufficient strength under seawater immersion. The findings showed that the optimal granule composition consisted of 70 wt% lateritic soil, 30 wt% sawdust, and 0.50 wt% sodium silicate, producing granules with a maximum porosity of 34% and a pore structure characterized by isolated (closed) internal pores, as indicated by qualitative observations of 3D tomographic images. When incorporated into cement paste at 20 wt% replacement with a size range of 1–2.36 mm, compressive strengths of 31–36 MPa were achieved after 7 days, meeting the standard requirements. The relationship between pore volume, granule size, and compressive strength was non-linear. Under seawater curing, samples with a 20 wt% replacement maintained strength comparable to plastic-wrapped samples, indicating stable mechanical performance during seawater immersion. These results present the feasibility of using lateritic soil-sawdust porous granules as a partial cement replacement under seawater immersion, using a simplified laboratory assessment rather than direct simulation of real marine environments. However, transport-related durability properties, such as permeability, water absorption, and ion ingress (e.g., chloride, sulfate, and magnesium ions), were not evaluated. Therefore, durability-related interpretations remain preliminary and require further validation.
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    Optimizing sustainable cement replacement using ceramic tile waste: Enhanced strength and microstructural performance
    (2026-03-01)
    Chaiyaput, Salisa
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    Sertsoongnern, Pimchanok
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    Sukkatorn, Paratee
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    Mase, Lindung Zalbuin
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    Ayawanna, Jiratchaya
    The increasing demand for cement in the construction industry has intensified the depletion of natural resources and accelerated environmental impacts associated with cement production, including high CO<inf>2</inf> emissions. Simultaneously, the ceramic tile manufacturing process generates substantial amounts of waste, particularly sludge waste and rectified tile waste, which are typically discarded despite their high silica and alumina contents. This study examines the potential of utilizing ceramic tile waste as a partial replacement for cement in mortar formulations, promoting sustainable material use. XRF and XRD analyses revealed substantial SiO<inf>2</inf> concentrations in both waste types, indicating suitability for pozzolanic reactions. Mortar samples containing varied amounts of tile waste were examined for physical properties, compressive strength, and microstructural characteristics. The replacement of 50 % of cement with rectified tile waste significantly enhanced long-term strength, surpassing that of the 100 % cement control at 28 days, due to improved pozzolanic activity and a denser microstructure. Conversely, the replacement of sludge waste led to reduced strength due to higher porosity and weaker hydration. Further investigation of rectified tile waste at replacement levels of 30-70 % confirmed that 50 % substitution provides the optimum balance between strength performance and material sustainability. Microstructural analysis with SEM confirmed these findings, revealing well-formed C-S-H and reduced pore spaces at the optimal replacement ratio. Overall, rectified tile waste demonstrates strong potential as a sustainable cement replacement material, offering reductions in cement consumption, CO<inf>2</inf> emissions, and ceramic waste disposal while maintaining or improving mechanical performance.
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    Utilization of ladle furnace slag and fly ash as partially replacement of cement
    (2025-03-01)
    Thwe, Khin Sam
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    Ayawanna, Jiratchaya
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    Mase, Lindung Zalbuin
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    Chaiyaput, Salisa
    Ladle Furnace Slag (LFS) and fly ash (FA) are industrial waste products commonly deposited in landfills, while the cement industry is a major source of carbon dioxide (CO<inf>2</inf>) emissions. Previous research has explored using LFS and FA as cement replacement materials to help mitigate environmental impacts. Yet, no studies have explored combining LFS and FA as cement replacement materials. Therefore, this research highlights the study of the combination of LFS and FA mixes as a partial cement replacement. The mix design for cement replacement materials was developed by combining ordinary Portland cement (OPC), LFS, and FA in the following weight ratios: 10:10:80, 20:20:60, and 30:30:40. These mix designs were assessed in comparison to 100%OPC (% by weight), evaluating key properties (bulk density, specific gravity, normal consistency, setting time, compressive strength, flexural strength, and microstructural characteristics). According to the findings, incorporating LFS and FA, both pozzolanic materials effectively improved the strength of the material by promoting a pozzolanic reaction, particularly during the final stages of curing. Furthermore, it was found that a mixed design containing 20% OPC, 20% LFS, and 60% FA demonstrated suitable properties for cement replacement in various applications, with beneficial results in terms of setting time and strength development. From X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and scanning electron microscope (SEM analysis), C-S-H gel, as well as Ca(OH)<inf>2</inf> and Mg(OH)<inf>2</inf> chemical compounds, were formulated. The aforementioned replacement is being used to promote environmental sustainability through the efficient use of industrial byproducts.