Effects of the addition of glass fibers, mica and vermiculite on the mechanical properties of a gypsum-based composite at room temperature and during a fire test

Production and characterization of lightweight vermiculite/geopolymer-based panels

“…The use of lightweight (expanded) aggregates, namely vermiculite, perlite, pumice, etc. with different kinds of inorganic binders, such as cement, gypsum or geopolymers, allows the production of composites masonry blocks, walls and panels with reduced apparent density, good mechanical performances and improved thermal properties (insulation, refractoriness and fire resistance) [6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14].…”

“…In the last few years, numerous studies were made on cellular or lightweight concrete materials [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14], with thermal conductivity in the range 0.1-1 W/mK. In accordance with the sustainable development policies in buildings and constructions [15][16][17], the use of lightweight materials allows to reduce both the weight of the structure (i.e., the dead load [12]) diminishing the use of raw materials and wastes, and heat transfer preserving operational energy [18] and fostering better indoor thermo-hygrometric comfort conditions.…”

Investigation of advanced mica powder nanocomposite filler materials: Surface energy analysis, powder rheology and sound absorption performance

“…As mentioned previously, inorganic nano/micro particles are used as intelligent fillers in many polymer based composites, as well as in the paper and dye industries [1][2][3][4][25][26][27][28]. The dominant factors are: particle uniformity; diameter; surface chemistry [29]; and shape, which influences the physical and material properties of the final product.…”

“…High temperature oxidation slurry coatings such as those based on alumina and aluminides are used as overlay barrier coatings in high temperature oxidation applications, dry film lubricants for a wide range of applications, chemical resistant coatings, semiconducting coatings and others. In the last few years, silicate minerals were used in many composite materials technical applications [3]. Incorporating inorganic fillers into thermoplastic/thermosetting polymer networks result in improved physico-chemical, mechanical, and electrical insulation characteristics.…”

An experimental evaluation to determine the required thickness of passive fire protection layer for high strength concrete tunnel segments

“…A fire protective coating consisted of such elements has the ability to provide fire protective resistance against the effects of tunnel fires, the scale of which is lower than the heat exposure conditions the volcanic material has already been exposed to. The fire resistive component can also include silicates, mica or vermiculate that in the event of fire reacts with high temperatures to produce a beneficial reaction against the adverse effects of fire on concrete [14]. Another protective measure is to produce the concrete element with polymeric fibers.…”