| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
MS&T21: Materials Science & Technology
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| Symposium
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Ceramic Matrix Composites
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| Presentation Title |
Developmental Efforts on Alternative Building Material using Kaolin-based Geopolymer from Local Sources in Nigeria |
| Author(s) |
Oluwafemi Samuel Adelabu, Oluwagbenga Peter Odewole, Augustine Nfonniso Nsah, Tolulope Lawrence Akinbogun |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Oluwafemi Samuel Adelabu |
| Abstract Scope |
Lack of access to sustainable and affordable housing is becoming a serious concern, especially in developing nations such as Nigeria. While the production of Portland cement contributes largely to CO2 emission, the development of geopolymers as a viable alternative building material is gaining more attention globally. However, research efforts on geopolymer in Nigeria are still at the budding stage, where most of the studies have focused on establishing the potentialities of the locally available pozzolanic materials. Findings have shown that Nigeria has abundant kaolin-rich minerals which are still underutilized. This paper examines most research efforts that have been made on the development of geopolymer binders using locally available kaolin minerals in Nigeria. It also presents an ongoing research exploring ways of applying kaolin-based geopolymer for building and construction purposes. This would advance practical solutions for affordable and eco-friendly building in the country, as seen in other parts of the world. |