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Introduction. Research to improve the quality of foam concrete products through targeted control of technological processes of structure formation of cement-based compositions is relevant. The strength of foam concrete is significantly influenced by the adhesion strength of the hardened cement paste to the aggregate. This article discusses methods of chemical and mechanochemical activation of foam concrete filler with glyoxal-containing additives, interaction with hydration products of binders and increasing the strength of the contact zone. The quality of foam concrete can be improved by controlling the properties of the contact zone. Materials and methods. The study was conducted using standard test procedures specified in national standards. Results. With preliminary chemical and mechano-chemical exposure of the sand surface to glyoxal-containing additives and its subsequent introduction into the foam concrete mixture the grade of strength of foam concrete increases to B1 while maintaining the average density grade D500 in comparison with foam concrete of the control composition, while the shrinkage value decreases by 20–38.5% and thermal conductivity coefficient by 37%. Conclusion. The use of glyoxal-based additives in foam concrete mixtures by pre-activating the sand surface can improve the quality of cement foam concrete.
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Conversion of limestone-limestone mining waste by impregnation with polysulfide solutions
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The data of studies on the effectiveness of impregnating Aquastat waste generated as a result of the development of limestone-shell rock deposits are presented. As a result of sand impregnation, the water absorption coefficient as a result underwent a significant decrease from 7 to 17 times, while the water absorption coefficient decreases from 32.5% for the initial to 1.9% impregnated. Even treatment with low concentrated (ρ = 1.17 g / cm3) calcium polysulfide solution made the water absorption coefficient to decrease to a value of 4.5%. As a result of impregnation of crushed stone from limestone-limestone with a solution of calcium polysulfide, the water absorption coefficient decreases from 25.0% for untreated to 5.2% for treated, and the decrease in the coefficient of water absorption is greater for concentrated solutions. It was found that a solution density of 1.24 g/cm3 is sufficient to reduce the water absorption coefficient to a value of 5.2%, the same as for a density value of 1.35 g/cm3. Comparison of the results of impregnation with «Aquastat» solution and sulfur melt showed that as a result of treatment with sulfur melt, the water absorption coefficient decreases by 13.3 and strength increases by 2 times, and as a result of impregnation with «Aquastat» solution decreases by 4.62%, strength increases by 1.35 times. Despite the high efficiency of sulfur melt processing, such treatment has drawbacks associated with the use of autoclave technology and high temperatures. The results of the modification of sand and crushed stone from shell rock by impregnating it with the «Aquastat» solution, a significant decrease in the water absorption parameter, an increase in compressive strength, revealed the possibility of using impregnated crushed stone as the layer material lying at the base of the road structures of local roads in the form of crushed stone and sand instead of the more expensive imported crushed stone.
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Introduction. Currently, fluorine polymers have become quite widespread in various industries. One of the fields of application of fluoroplastic coatings in the oil industry is their use as protective coatings to prevent the deposition of paraffin plugs on the walls of tubing and field pipelines. Fluoroplastic parts find promising application in machines and units of oil refining and petrochemical industries, where high corrosion resistance, sufficient strength and high tribotechnical properties are required. The complexity of the ubiquity of fluoroplastic coatings is its low adhesion to the metal surface. In this regard, fluoroplastic coatings are typically complex systems comprising directly fluoroplastic polymer, binders and functional fillers. Materials and methods. The study used metal plates made of titanium alloy VT6 and carbon steel St3 coated with an aqueous fluoroplastic suspension. Fluoroplastic polymer coatings have poor adhesive strength to the metal surface on which they are applied. Therefore, in order to ensure a high level of adhesion of the coating to the metal substrate, it is necessary to use complex methods of preliminary surface preparation. The coating was applied to the pre-prepared surface of the metal plates by air spraying using a spray gun and compressed air. The key parameters for the formation of the fluoroplastic film were drying and sintering modes. Adhesion was evaluated by the methods of “X-shaped” notch (State Standard 32702.2-2014) and tearing in a tensile machine on cylinders (State Standard 32299-2025). Results. Proposed method comprises application of intermediate primer layer from suspension containing chromium (III) oxide, phosphoric acid, water and fluoroplastic. The intermediate adhesive primer layer was applied by air spraying under the same conditions as the base fluoroplastic coating. This ensured that the proposed drying and sintering conditions met the base layer. The use of a primer made it possible to realize a gradient transition from the metal substrate to the fluoroplastic layer and significantly increase the adhesion properties. Conclusion. The results show a significant improvement in adhesion compared to the control samples without primer: the tensile strength value by the tear method is 2.56 N/mm2, and by the X-notch method - from 5 points to 1 point (traces of peeling or removal of the coating along the incisions). The method is easy to implement and promising for use in protective coatings.
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Creation of a composite material based on plant-based components. Nanotechnologies in construction
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Introduction. The study is aimed at analyzing the possibility of creating a building composite material based on amylose and amylopectin with the introduction of crushed walnut shells as a filler. Materials and methods of research. To obtain the composite, the following components were used: distilled water, potato starch (NevaReaktiv, St. Petersburg, Russia), acetic acid 70% (NevaReaktiv, St. Petersburg, Russia), highly dispersed walnut shell powder. For this research, we used walnut shells of the Chandler variety (engrafted) collected form the Belgorod region. The composite was produced in several stages. At the first stage, a mixture of starch and walnut shells was added to distilled water, followed by a pre-prepared 9% acetic acid solution. The resulting mixture was thoroughly mixed, after which it was transferred to a stainless-steel bowl and subjected to heat treatment. The resulting mixture was then pressed with solid-phase compaction method at a pressure of 72 MPa. We studied the physical and mechanical characteristic of the resulting composite, its thermal properties, as well as the hydrophobic-hydrophilic balance of the surface. Results and discussion. The resulting composite has good strength characteristics. Flexural strength at break is σf = 25.85±2.51 MPa and σf = 28.44±5.71 MPa for filling 50% weight and 75% weight. Accordingly, they put it on a par with similar composites made from more conventional thermo- and thermoset polymers. The temperature limit for the composite material exploitation has been established, the upper of which can be considered the temperature at which the polymer matrix begins to soften – 103.1 °C. Conclusion. The results obtained are crucial for understanding the mechanisms involved in creating composite materials made entirely from plant components, utilizing, among other factors, agro-industrial waste.
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Creation of polymer composites with mineral fillers
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Introduction. Currently, the development of science and technology requires the creation of new polymer composites with high technical characteristics for various industries. One of the primary methods to improve the physical and technical characteristics of polymer composites based on thermoplastic elastomers is by incorporation of natural fillers. In the Kyrgyz Republic, there is particular interest in using fine mineral fillers extracted from local natural resources. The minerals and rocks found in the region are characterized by high availability, extensive reserves, and a variety of properties. The accumulated experience in research and practical application opens up prospects for using these materials to create polymer composites with unique characteristics. This opens up new possibilities for using the cavitation process in various industrial applications, including the grinding of materials. Methods and materials. An experimental hydrocavitation mill has been developed to produce fine powders from minerals and rocks intended for use as fillers in polymer composites. The physicochemical properties of polymer composites and their raw materials were studied using modern instruments and equipment. The fractional composition and physical and technical characteristics of some minerals and rocks used to obtain active fillers for polymer composites are given. Results and Discussion. The fractional composition of crushed fillers with a particle size of less than 0.31 mm is distributed as follows: finely ground basalt – 7.3%, wollastonite – 44.6%, marble dust – 50.26%, brown coal powder – 47.56%. The analysis shows that among the studied fillers, finely ground basalt contains the smallest amount of fine fractions, which is due to its high hardness compared to other minerals such as wollastonite, marble, and coal. Physical and mechanical studies of the resulting polymer composites showed that when finely ground basalt is added, an uneven distribution of basalt powder in the polymer matrix is observed, which leads to a decrease in the strength characteristics of the composite. Therefore, to obtain a more durable material, it is necessary to grind minerals and rocks to the level of microparticles using the cavitation effect. For this purpose, a laboratory mill was created that operates based on the cavitation effect. Fillers at the level of micro- and nanoparticles were obtained using the developed hydro cavitation mill. The physical and technical characteristics of polymer composites with additives of the resulting nanofillers have been determined. The compressive strength of composites with mineral fillers (fraction less than 0.31 mm, content of wollastonite filler in the composite – 25.2%) was 5.47 MPa, with basalt filler – 5.2 MPa, and with leather powder (dust) – 4.25 MPa. Fillers at the level of micro- and nanoparticles were obtained using the developed hydro cavitation mill. The physical and technical characteristics of polymer composites with additives of the resulting nanofillers have been determined. The compressive strength of composites with mineral fillers (fraction less than 0.31 mm, content of wollastonite filler in the composite – 25.2%) was 5.47 MPa, with basalt filler – 5.2 MPa, and with leather powder (dust) – 4.25 MPa. The compressive strength of the composite with the addition of carbon filler (13.2%) was 4.2 MPa. The introduction of up to 14.2% of mineral fillers into the composition of the composite increases its heat resistance: when adding basalt filler – up to 106 °C, and wollastonite – up to 114 °C. Conclusion. The fractional composition of mineral fillers based on inorganic raw materials studied for their use in creating polymer composites. A hydro cavitation mill was made and a method for processing fillers from minerals and rocks was developed. New polymer composites were obtained with the addition of basalt, wollastonite, marble, and leather industry waste. Studies have been carried out on the physical and technical characteristics of these polymer composites depending on the content of fillers, such as basalt, wollastonite, marble and leather industry waste.
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